Mr Speaker and hon members, the UDM extends its condolences to the family, friends and the ANC on the tragic and untimely death of the late hon Mandlenkosi Enock Mbili, who died in a car accident on 10 July 2012.
The late hon Mandlenkosi Mbili was an exceptional political leader who served on a number of parliamentary committees, such as the Portfolio Committee on Finance and, recently, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, Scopa.
Like some in this House, I also had the privilege of interacting and engaging with the late hon Mbili. In all my interactions with him, he was committed to improving the effectiveness of parliamentary oversight. He also wanted a Parliament that truly represented the needs of the people. From the day I first met him until he passed on, I saw a gentleman and a very neat person.
We know that nothing we say will ease your pain. However, we trust that you will somehow find solace in the shining legacy of the selfless hard work he leaves behind. May his soul rest in peace. [Applause.]