“Death is something inevitable. When a man has
done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can
rest in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I
will sleep for the eternity.” – Nelson Mandela 1925-2013.
The
African National Congress Nelson Mandela Bay Region expresses its sadness at
the passing away of Nelson Mandela.
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Nelson Mandela in Port Elizabeth,
South Africa, April 1, 1990 (Juda Ngwenya).
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In
honour of Madiba, after whom our city and regional structure are named, the ANC
will be hosting the following activities, to which we encourage all to attend:
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12h00
Friday 06/12/13: Inter-Faith Prayer Service at Nangoza Jebe Hall
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17h00
Friday 06/12/13: Prayer Services at Port Elizabeth City Hall, Uitenhage Town
Hall, Despatch Town Hall, Daku Hall and Raymond Mhlaba Indoor Sports Centre.
In
the true spirit of ubuntu as espoused by the life of uTata Madiba, the ANC
encourages everyone to attend.
“In
honour of the legacy of uTata Madiba, we ask all residents to grieve uTata’s
passing with dignity, respect and reverence,” said ANC Nelson Mandela Bay
secretary, Zandisile Qupe.
