Kgosi Emmanuel Jantjie II, who was the leader of Batlhaping Ba-ga Jantjie, passed away earlier this week at the age of 72.

He had ruled his community since he was 24 years old, and has over the years served in a number of positions within the Council of Traditional Leadership.

He is described by Northern Cape Premier Zamani Saul as someone who played a critical role in the development of his community and the entire province.

OFM News on Monday reported that in expressing his condolences to the Jantjie family, Saul said traditional leaders and the role they play in their communities is of high importance.

He said the passing of Kgosi Jantjie is a great loss to the entire province, as he led his community with diligence and played a critical role in its development throughout the years.

"He was well versed in matters of traditional affairs and served his people with distinction. He also served the council of traditional leadership at various levels during his life and was the Deputy Chairperson of the John Taolo Gaetsewe Local House of Traditional Leaders, as well as a member of the Provincial House at the time of his death," he said.

He is set to be laid to rest at his homestead in Magwagwe Village.

OFM News