In a moving tribute that brought tears to many, the son of the late former Deputy President David Mabuza described his father as “an extraordinary man” — disciplined, structured, and deeply decisive.
Speaking at a memorial filled with both sorrow and celebration, Mabuza’s son offered a rare and intimate glimpse into the private life of a leader often seen through a political lens. “He was our hero,” he said, his voice heavy with emotion. “Not just because of what he did for the country, but because of who he was to us — firm, wise, and always present when it mattered most.”
The heartfelt eulogy painted a portrait of a father who led with quiet strength at home, just as he did in the public eye. While David Mabuza’s political legacy continues to be debated and dissected, his family’s farewell spoke to the man behind the office — a figure of immense personal influence and love.
As South Africa reflects on his contribution to the nation, his son’s words served as a powerful reminder that leadership begins at home, and that legacy lives on through those who carry it forward with pride.
