TRIBUTES continue to pour for the Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Professor Hlengiwe Buhle Mkhize, who died on Thursday after a short illness.
She was 69.
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities confirmed her passing in a media statement.
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the passing of Mkhize was a national loss.
“She distinguished herself as a tireless and passionate anti-apartheid and human rights activist and campaigner for an end to gender inequality. She availed herself for service at the international level, including her representation of Transparency International South Africa in global institutions,” said Mkhize.
“Prof Mkhize played a crucial role in conflict resolution during our transition to democracy. We owe Prof Mkhize our gratitude and deep respect for the commitment she displayed as a Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Chairperson of the Reparations and Rehabilitation Committee, and trustee
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