Tribute Messages

A great loss to our country and the world. An inspirational leader, a man who embodied a spirit which we should all hold dear and try to emulate. A true civil rights icon. RIP Tata. I cry tears as you rest in Heaven. xxx

This morning on my way to work, I sat in the Gautrain, looked out of the window and your passing became so real to me. As I looked out, I thought, I am a 22 year old black female from the Eastern Cape. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree, had no hardship in getting my first job before I even graduated. If it were not for your sacrifices, and those of all freedom fighters, I would not have such opportunities. You changed my destiny, you brought light and hope for all the black children of South Africa. Your life had purpose, and you served it well. I aspire to give back to the community and touch lives the way that you have done. You are my hero. I thank you. Lala ngoxolo Yemyem.

Tata Madiba, thank you for showing even our old people what freedom is, what reconcillation means to every single individual in South Africa but most of all that we MUST FORGIVE each other. Thank you for showing us how special our children is and always will be, the passion you had for them was seen all over the world. You have ended your journey in life, but you will never be forgotten, I salute you. May you smile down on all of us and remember all the good memories. You are at peace now. Rest well my friend although I never met you I "know " you.

May Allah SWT grant you a high place in Jannah Insha Allah.