Tata Madiba was an epitome of humanity, says Lubisi
Lubisi said this is a very sad moment for South Africa and the world at large.
MBOMBELA – The Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature speaker, Mr William Lubisi has learnt with sadness of the passing on of the first President of democratic South Africa, Dr Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
“We join the people of this country and the world in conveying our deepest condolences to his family, the African National Congress and the people of South Africa at large. The late Dr Mandela was loved and respected by all. He was known around the world for fighting against oppression and his unifying spirit, the love and protection of children and poor communities,” said Lubisi.
“Our beloved Tata Madiba was an epitome of humanity, a symbol of reconciliation and a struggle hero and extraordinary person whose footprints shall remain indelible in our hearts. He preached for unity, non-racial and non-sexist SA,” he went on.
Lubisi said this is a very sad moment for South Africa and the world at large.
“We hope that his passing on will inspire us and the people of SA to strive towards ensuring that ultimately this country is free of the pressing challenges of poverty, unemployment and inequality. Mandela fought for peace and reconciliation.
South Africa has for many years stood on his gigantic shoulders, we owe our being to Madiba.
He will be sorely missed by all, but we will always remember the values that he stood for throughout his life, especially the trying times that he endured during South Africa’s struggle against apartheid,” concluded Lubisi.
