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National mourning period declared for former deputy president DD Mabuza
The national flag will be flown at half-mast from Monday as a mark of respect for the late former deputy president David Dabede Mabuza, President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared.
Mabuzu, 64, died on Thursday after a short illness. He will be honoured with a state funeral category 2 on Saturday.
Ramaphosa has declared that a national mourning period will be observed from Monday until Saturday evening.
'During this period the national flag must be flown at half-mast at all flag stations around the country. President Ramaphosa reiterates his deep condolences to the Mabuza family, ' the Presidency said.
'The president wishes the family strength as they and the nation reflect on the life of a family member, activist, educator, intellectual and leader in government who contributed greatly to the attainment of freedom and development in our society.'
