Hon Speaker and hon members, we are gathered once more to undertake the sad duty of bidding farewell to a fellow member of this Parliament, the late hon J P Phungula. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the late Phungula's family, friends and colleagues.
In times such as these it is only the love and support of family that can provide one with comfort. It is only the remembrance of a life well lived that can provide consolation. We hope that part of that remembrance of his family and friends will include the late hon member's contribution to and participation in this institution, and that his having been a part of this democratic institution will give some consolation. On behalf of the UDM and its leader, may his soul rest in peace. Thank you.