Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (1918-2013)
The Eastern Cape Tourism Agency:
New York, NY. December 9th.- The Eastern Cape Parks and
Tourism Agency (ECPTA) has learned with sadness of the departure of
Tata Nelson Mandela, one of the world's most steadfast leaders.
We take this opportunity to salute him for his lifelong dedication to
the realization of a free and peaceful South Africa. His strength,
leadership and integrity have been an inspiration to all.
>From the tranquil surroundings of Qunu Village in the Eastern Cape,
Madiba rose to become a global symbol of peace and selflessness the
world over. The Eastern Cape is proud of its place in history as the
cradle of a life lived so selflessly.
As we grapple with our loss, we find comfort in the words Dr. Mandela
once uttered: "Death is something inevitable. When a man has done what
he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest
in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I
will sleep for the eternity."
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mandela family during this
difficult time. As his immediate family feels a sense of deep loss, so
too do many around the world. Madiba's love and affection was felt by
many.
“As we bid farewell to one of the world's greatest statesmen, we take
solace in that his legacy lives on. We join multitudes of progressive
and freedom loving people around the world and bow our heads in this
time of sorrow,” said Mcebisi Jonas, MEC for Economic Development and
Environmental Affairs of the Eastern Cape Provincial Government.
“We shall miss Madiba's unparalleled humility, commitment, loyalty and
resilience. His immense contribution to humanity continues to touch
lives and souls of billions around the world. It is difficult to accept
that the light that illuminated even during the most trying times of our
history has dimmed forever,” he added.
“In honor of your life’s work, the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency
pledges to keep your flame alive in the significance of the natural
heritage of your birthplace by doing all we can to make it a better
place for all,” said Ms Vuyo Zitumane, Chairperson of the ECPTA.
The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency is a public entity established
to market and promote the Eastern Cape as a tourism destination and to
ensure biodiversity conservation and sustainable utilization of natural
resources inside the province’s nature reserves.
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