Hon Speaker, the ACDP extends its condolences to the family of hon Johannes Phungula who died on 9 August 2009. He played a significant part in mobilising the women's protests against the pass laws in Ixopo in the late 50s, and he was elected to Parliament in 2004.
The ACDP recognises his courageous stand on the Civil Union Bill, as he chose to break ranks with his party and abstain from voting. The ACDP also extends its condolences to the ANC, and, indeed, to you, Mr President, in your absence, understanding that you have lost a friend of nearly 50 years. Thank you.