Speaker, on behalf of the ACDP, I want to express our sincere condolences to the family, friends, IFP and ANC members for the loss of this great son of the soil, Joe Mathews, who passed away this past week. During my short interaction with him, as a then Deputy Minister of Safety and Security, I found him to be a warm, yet firm leader and an intellectual that loved his work and his country dearly. He was a man who paid dearly in his contribution to the liberation and freedom of this country.
The ACDP will honour him, his leadership, his contribution and his great mind for many years to come. To the family, I wish to confirm what all the members have said and say that our prayers are with you. May his soul rest in peace. Thank you. [Applause.]