Madam Deputy Speaker, there is no doubt that you can achieve all things through the Lord Almighty who gives you strength. On behalf of the MF, I extend heartfelt condolences to the family, relatives and friends of the former Minister for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, the late Sicelo Shiceka.
We pray that God Almighty bestows strength, courage and fortitude on the family during this time of bereavement as they continue to experience emotional pain and sorrow. Indeed, the late Sicelo Shiceka will be sadly missed also by the ANC, and our condolences are also conveyed to them for the loss of a hardworking and remarkable person who had an incredible impact on the Local Government Turnaround Strategy.
As the late Shiceka was involved in the struggle from the early 1980s, I have no doubt that he indeed will be sadly missed by all those who believed that his honour came from fighting for his people. To the Shiceka family: Remember that no one can fail you if God Almighty stands up for you. We pray during this time of your bereavement that the vacuum - the space - that has been created by the passing away of Sicelo will be filled with fond memories. There is no doubt whatsoever that he indeed wanted to create an environment that is respectful and conducive to service delivery. May God Almighty forgive him for all the errors he committed through human weakness. May peace be upon him and, through the grace of God Almighty, may his soul rest in peace. I thank you. [Applause.]