former CENTLEC CEO and owner of Kofifi Lifestyle Tavern was fatally shot
A tragedy strikes as Former CENTLEC CEO and owner of Kofifi Lifestyle Tavern, Mzimani Andries Mqoqi, was Fatally Shot in Bergman Square
Bloemfontein, 19 february 2024 – In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, Mzimani Andries Mqoqi, the former CENTLEC CEO and owner of Kofifi Lifestyle Tavern in Bloemfontein, was shot and killed by an unidentified assailant in Bergman Square. The brazen attack, caught on CCTV, unfolded as former CENTLEC CEO Mqoqi engaged in a conversation with a friend in Bergman Square,Bloemfontein.
The distressing footage, widely circulated online, captures a seemingly ordinary moment turned deadly. Mqoqi, standing with what appears to be a friend, is approached by a man wearing a white t-shirt, black pants, and a hat. The assailant nonchalantly walks past them before abruptly turning and firing multiple shots at Mqoqi. His friend, who managed to escape the gunfire, fled the scene unharmed.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing the gunfire and seeing Mqoqi collapse to the ground. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene, but tragically, Mqoqi succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities are now on the hunt for the assailant and have released information about the suspect’s attire in hopes of garnering tips from the public. The assailant was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, black pants, and a hat, and fled the scene after the attack. The motive behind the targeted shooting remains unclear, and investigators are exploring all possible leads.
Preliminary reports suggest that approximately four suspects fled the scene in a white Mercedes following the attack. The police are urging anyone with information related to the suspects or the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
The community is reeling from the loss of the former CENTLEC CEO, Mzimani Andries Mqoqi, a well-known figure in Bloemfontein, admired for his contributions to the local community through Kofifi Tavern. Friends, family, and patrons have expressed shock and grief over the sudden and senseless act of violence that claimed his life.
Local law enforcement is coordinating with relevant authorities to apprehend the suspects swiftly and bring them to justice. The incident has prompted heightened concern about the safety of business owners in the area, and discussions about community safety measures are gaining traction.
