In his condolence message, he has said that Mr. Mandela was a living symbol of his people’s quest for freedom and dignity against tyranny and injustice.
While his courage, determination and sacrifice inspired millions of people during the anti-apartheid movement, his message of peace, forgiveness and reconciliation thereafter, united them and led the rainbow nation on the path to peace and progress.
Following is the text of Vice President’s condolence message :
“I am profoundly saddened at the passing away of Mr. Nelson Mandela, former President of the South Africa, and one of the greatest personalities of our times, who represented the best of human spirit and values.
Mr. Mandela was a living symbol of his people’s quest for freedom and dignity against tyranny and injustice.
While his courage, determination and sacrifice inspired millions of people during the anti-apartheid movement, his message of peace, forgiveness and reconciliation thereafter, united them and led the rainbow nation on the path to peace and progress.
In his death, South Africans have lost the father of their nation and the world a statesman, whose life and message of courage and goodness would continue to inspire and guide all of us around the world in the years ahead.”
