KZN Premier Willies Mchunu has conveyed a message of condolence to the ANC Chief Whip in the KZN Legislature Nontobeko Boyce, following the sad passing of her mother MaMkhonde Boyce.
Premier Mchunu described the passing of MaMkhonde as a sad loss, especially during Women’s Month.
‘We can only imagine the severity of the pain and loss that the entire family is going through. On behalf of KZN Provincial Government and the people of KZN, we wish to express our deepest sympathy to the entire family, relatives, friends and neighbours.
‘We want to salute MaMkhonde for being an inspiration not only to her children, but also to the entire community. We have often stated that the importance and value of senior citizens, cannot be over-emphasized.
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‘The older generation is the one which contributed, through their experience and knowledge, to build the society of today. It is important when we talk about the freedom we are enjoying today, we always remember the role of senior citizens.
‘As we bid farewell to MaMkhonde, we reiterate our commitment as government to champion the cause of senior citizens, especially on issues around social security, healthy living lifestyles and active ageing.
‘Importantly, we acknowledge that senior citizens have human rights like any other citizens. They have the right to participate in socioeconomic activities that would improve the quality of their lives,’ he said.
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