The Steve Biko Foundation Mourns Madiba’s
Passing
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| Dr. Nelson Mandela |
The Steve Biko Foundation (SBF) mourns the
passing of Former President Nelson Mandela. We send our warm and heartfelt
condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Dr Mandela at this trying
time.
While saddened by his passing, the Foundation
also celebrates the enormous contribution Madiba made to peace and
reconciliation. “Although we all knew he was old and frail by now, his passing
saddens us, as individuals and as a nation. The memory of his selfless struggle
for justice, equality and human dignity will continue to inspire coming
generations” said SBF CEO Nkosinathi Biko“.
Whilst mourning the passing of Madiba, we
also celebrate the life that he lived. Nelson Mandela was the pivotal
point of the successful and peaceful transition from the apartheid state to a
peaceful democratic nation. He should be lauded for not harbouring hate
or feelings of retribution, but rather becoming a servant of all South Africans
and fostering reconciliation between all the racial groups in South Africa.
Emails and social media posts from SBF
leaders and employees all have the same basic message of sadness and reverence
for the late Nelson Mandela. The national flag at the Steve Biko Center
in Ginsberg, King William’s Town will continue hanging half-mast for the
duration of the mourning period. The Foundation has erected a commemoration
wall for Madiba at the Steve Biko Center to allow community members to place
their commemorative messages and flowers.
May his gallant spirit continue to inspire
people all around the world. Rest in Peace Madiba.
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