Remembering Tiego Moseneke: A Revolutionary Leader

Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s Tribute

Deputy President Paul Mashatile delivered a moving eulogy at Moseneke’s funeral, highlighting his many accomplishments. Moseneke was part of a generation that stood against apartheid and never stopped serving. He was a visionary with a lucid mind, who synthesized the past with the present to draw significant historical lessons for the future.

Changing the Narrative

Mashatile quoted Moseneke, who believed that it was necessary to change the narrative about who South Africans are as a people. Moseneke believed that they were victors and that nothing could defeat them if they continued working together. He emphasized the importance of preserving the collective memory of South Africans by meticulously chronicling the lives of cadres for generations to come.

Honouring Moseneke

Mashatile offered his deepest condolences to everyone who was touched by Moseneke’s life. He stated that Moseneke’s legacy will continue to live on through the memories shared with him. Moseneke was a giant of a man who thought and acted according to the grandest of vistas. The only way to honour him is to renew the movement he loved and served, allowing it to continue as an instrument for the people he loved, bringing about a better life for all.

Remembering Moseneke

Moseneke’s funeral was a sombre event that saw many people come together to commemorate his contributions to the struggle against apartheid. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations to work towards a better South Africa. Moseneke’s words will forever ring true, reminding South Africans that they are victors and that greater spirits live within them.