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Parliament, Thursday, 3 July 2025 – The Presiding Officers of Parliament, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza, and the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the family of the former Deputy President of South Africa, Mr David Dabede Mabuza, following news of his passing.
As Deputy President, Mr Mabuza played a critical role in fostering better coordination between Parliament and the Executive. He remained committed to parliamentary accountability, consistently availing himself to answer questions in the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, and engaging in oversight processes with diligence and respect.
In his capacity as Chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Land and Agriculture, he oversaw the implementation of key recommendations made by the Presidential Advisory Panel on Land Reform and Agriculture, appointed in 2018. His leadership contributed to the development of crucial policy instruments such as the Land Court Act—which provided for the appointment of full-time judges to adjudicate land-related matters—as well as the Land Beneficiary and Allocation Policy and the Land Donation Policy.
Mr Mabuza also held several key public offices throughout his career. As a Member of the Executive Council in Mpumalanga, he was entrusted with portfolios including Education, Housing, Transport, and Agriculture. He also served as a Member of Parliament, further exemplifying his lifelong dedication to public service.
The Presiding Officers stated:
"We pay homage to former Deputy President Mabuza, an exemplary leader and patriot who dedicated his life to the service of our people. His passing is a profound loss not only to his family and comrades, but to the nation as a whole."
Parliament honours his legacy of humility, service, and commitment to the ideals of our constitutional democracy. May his life’s work continue to inspire future generations.
Parliament extends its deepest sympathies to his family, friends, the African National Congress, and all those whose lives he touched.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
ISSUED BY THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
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