President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa as a dedicated public servant of South Africa, describing him as a thinker and teacher within the liberation movement.
Delivering the eulogy at Mthethwa's funeral in KwaMbonambi, Kwa-Zulu Natal, the President recalled Mthethwa's life of dedication to activism and loyalty to African National Congress (ANC) principles, even in difficult times.
He was of a generation that came of age as our democracy was about to dawn. It was a generation of young lions that saw the end of apartheid and ushered in a new era of freedom and justice.
The President called on ANC members to reflect on Mthethwa's life, who was deeply pained by the party's divisions, and taught valuable lessons about courage and staying true to the struggle.
Author's summary: Ramaphosa praises Mthethwa's loyalty to ANC principles.