Former Hurungwe East legislator and former Zanupf women’s league national treasurer, Sarah Mahoka has died.
Mahoka died in a road traffic accident yesterday evening.
This was announced by the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Information, Mr Nick Mangwana.
“Former Hurungwe East MP Sarah Mahoka died in a road traffic accident yesterday evening at Buffalo Downs near Karoi Town. The vehicle she was travelling in was involved in an accident with a haulage truck. MHSRIP.” He said.
Mahoka was travelling towards Karoi when a haulage truck that was travelling towards Harare allegedly encroached into her lane resulting in a head on collision.
The accident occured at Buffalo Downs, less than 3km from her farm.
Exiled former cabinet minister, Saviour Kasukuwere confirmed Mahoka’s death labeling her as a forthright person.
“If forthright was a person it could have been you! Sarah Mahoka, tough, honest, unflinching and battle hardened grassroots politician has gone. Tragically killed in a road accident today. Sarah Rest In Peace. We are shaken!” He said.
