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GCIS mourns passing of Octavia Hlungwani

GCIS mourns passing of Octavia Hlungwani

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has expressed its condolences to the friends and family of former Association of Independent Publishers Board member, Octavia Hlungwani.   

According to the statement released on Tuesday Hlungwani passed away on Wednesday, 10 January 2023, after a short illness. 

At the time of her passing, she was also the publisher of a monthly newspaper, Phofula Golden Highway Voice. 

“The GCIS enjoyed a close working relationship with Octavia both in her capacity as the Association of Independent Publishers Board member and as a community media journalist.” 

The GCIS described her as a leader who was “progressive” in her thinking as a journalist and always appreciated the collaborative relationship between the media and government.

“Her passion for the print media sector was immediately noticeable in all her interactions with the GCIS officials. She leaves an indelible mark in the community media sector and may her soul rest in peace.” – SAnews.gov.za 

 

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Tue, 01/16/2024 – 14:41

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has expressed its condolences to the friends and family of former Association of Independent Publishers Board member, Octavia Hlungwani.   

According to the statement released on Tuesday Hlungwani passed away on Wednesday, 10 January 2023, after a short illness. 

At the time of her passing, she was also the publisher of a monthly newspaper, Phofula Golden Highway Voice. 

“The GCIS enjoyed a close working relationship with Octavia both in her capacity as the Association of Independent Publishers Board member and as a community media journalist.” 

The GCIS described her as a leader who was “progressive” in her thinking as a journalist and always appreciated the collaborative relationship between the media and government.

“Her passion for the print media sector was immediately noticeable in every her interactions with the GCIS officials. She leaves an indelible effect in the community media sector and may her soul rest in peace.” – SAnews.gov.za 

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