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The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has learned with great sadness of the passing of the Former Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. David Dabede Mabuza.

On behalf of the IFP, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Mabuza family, his comrades in the African National Congress (ANC), his friends and colleagues, and to the people of South Africa who mourn the loss of our former Deputy President.

Mr. Mabuza was a leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of others. From humble beginnings, he rose to occupy one of the highest offices in the land, carrying with him the hopes of many and a profound sense of duty to his country. He served with quiet resolve and a deep commitment to the people of South Africa.

In this time of sorrow, we honour his contribution to our democratic journey and to the cause of justice, dignity, and development for all South Africans. His legacy will live on in the lives he impacted and in the work he undertook with humility and purpose.

South Africa has lost a leader who was both pragmatic and driven by purpose. While we may have differed politically, the IFP acknowledges and honours the contribution of Former Deputy President Mabuza to our country’s democratic cause.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Issued by IFP President Velenkosini Hlabisa MP