The National Constitutional
Assembly (NCA) joins the people of South Africa, the African continent and the
world in mourning the passing away of former South African President Cde Nelson
Rolihlahla Mandela.
The world has lost a committed democrat and a
leader who selflessly gave his life in full service to the people of South
Africa. He set an example of virtuous and principled leadership even were the
odds seemed to be against the struggle against colonialism, apartheid and
imperialism.
His role on the African
continent saw the coming to fruition of greater co-operation among African
countries in seeking to resolve conflicts and sowed the seed for the
establishment of the African Union.
The NCA further notes that
Madiba also never reneged on the solidarity between peoples’ during the
anti-apartheid struggle. Hence he was able to always acknowledge the roles of
important countries and leaders that assisted South Africa to become
independent.
We urge our fellow Africans in
South Africa, on the African Continent, in the African Diaspora to carry on
from were Madiba has left and strive for, as he did, for full freedom in our
lifetime.
Ends//
Issued by: Professor Lovemore
Madhuku
NCA Chairperson
