STATEMENT ON PASSING AWAY OF HONOURABLE RAJBANSI

The African National Congress has learned with sadness of the passing on of Honourable Mr. Rajbansi, who was the leader of the Minority Front this morning. Mr. Rajbansi has been a prominent and influential figure in the politics of South Africa and KwaZulu Natal in particular. To many South Africans, Mr. Rajbansi was known for his near obsession on community issues and issues affecting minorities. This has made him to stand out as a politician and a community leader. He made his mark during the negotiations leading to a democratic dispensation in the country. He further distinguished himself in parliament as a representative of the Minority Front.

It was under his leadership that the ANC entered into a coalition in KZN when we could not muster the majority votes. This distinguished him as a practical leader but also as some one open-minded. His absence in society and the political scene will be noticed. To his family we want to say their loss is our loss as country. We would like to pass our condolences to his family and his wife in particular. May his soul rest in peace.

Statement issued by Jackson Mthembu, ANC National Spokesperson, December 29 2011

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