SAMNET NEWS RAMADAAN 1435/JUNE2014 Volume 1 Issue 1 | Page 2

eradicate injustice brought him and his family much strife and suffering, he remained steadfast in championing in the cause of the poor, powerless and downtrodden. THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA PRESIDENT – MR JACOB ZUMA Honourable President Zuma CONDOLENCES | MR NELSON ROHIHLAHLA MANDELA The South African Muslim Network (SAMNET) joins all South Africans in mourning the passing of Mr Nelson Mandela, an icon in South Africa and across the world, and an inspiration for so many of us. We offer our deepest condolences to all the members of the African National Congress of South Africa and to all those who shared his ideas, dreams and lessons to which he devoted his life. Madiba left a legacy second to none in the annals of South African history and although his unshakeable passion to To him justice and equality were indivisible and had to be relentlessly pursued irrespective of race, colour or creed and without fear or favour. Remarkably, he never deviated from the consistent, principled response to injustice and inhumanity throughout his life, even when it was politically “incorrect”. We can all take solace from the fact that his was a life truly well lived in the service of his fellow beings. The best tribute we can give to Madiba would be to emulate many of the principles he stood for, to speak truth to power and to continue to build on his legacy of non- racism and equality for all. Kind regards Dr Faisal Suliman Dear Dr Suliman It is with appreciation that we acknowledge your letter of condolence during this moment of deepest sorrow for the Mandela family, all in South Africa, Africa and the World. The contents of your message will be brought to the attention of H. E. President Jacob Zuma. Regards Mr Robert Ngobeni Administrative Secretary Private Office of the President West Wing, Room 65 Union Buildings The Presidency Tel: 012 300 5219 Fax: 086 683 5219 Website: www.thepresidency.gov.za E-mail: [email protected] Chairperson Mintirho ya vulavula