Long-serving Sundowns official Alex Shakoane dies

“He was involved in Sundowns from its formative years in the 1970s.” Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe said the Motsepe family, the board, the supporters and all the members of the Mamelodi Sundowns family mourn the passing of Shakoane whom they all loved dearly. 

“Bra Alex’s life was all about Mamelodi Sundowns and we will miss his unique contributions and larger than life personality,” Motsepe said. 

The club said further details regarding the memorial and funeral service will be announced in due course. 

According to media reports, Shakoane was hospitalised after he suffered a stroke.