Gigaba hails Mthethwa’s lasting impact at KwaMbonambi farewell
South Africa's ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa will be laid to rest today in KwaMbonambi in northern KZN.
Mthethwa died last week in Paris. His body was repatriated on Friday.
Before being appointed ambassador to France - Mthethwa had served as a minister in various portfolios including Police as well as Arts, Culture and Sport.
Earlier this week, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a special official category two funeral for Mthethwa. He's expected to deliver Mthethwa's eulogy today.
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Speaking to SABC News outside Mthethwa’s home last night, the ANC’s Malusi Gigaba said that Mthethwa’s contributions to South Africa mustn't be forgotten.
"Nathi leaves South Africa in a difficult moment but it is better than when he found it and I think his contribution must be understood in respect of all those roles and responsibilities he carried in his different aspect of our social engagement," saus Gigaba.
He says Mthethwa was worried about the condition of the ANC and all of the challenges it faces. that's why he was so indispensable in the program of political and organizational renewal.
"You'll hear the spirit of his ideas coming out about our conduct, about the character of the ANC."
The State funeral of the late South African ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa is expected to begin at 09:00 at Siyabonga Sangweni Sports Complex in the Dondotha area, KwaMbonambi. President Cyril Ramaphosa will give the eulogy. pic.twitter.com/D7mhOuJMvt
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