Over the weekend the Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng-West learnt with great sadness of Councillor Sonia Helien Swanepoel’s passing.
Her sudden passing is a massive loss to the Rand West Municipality, where she had been serving as a Ward Councillor since April 2024, and to the DA at large. We have lost a committed member, colleague, friend and long-time activist.
Sonia will always be remembered as endearing, incredibly hard-working, and as someone who would always walk the extra mile.
When you were around Sonia, you not only felt at ease, but you knew you were in the presence of someone who cared deeply. Her presence will be deeply missed.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to her colleagues, friends, and family in this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace.