ANC Mourns Death of Women's League Deputy President Mnganga-Gcabashe
Ishaango News
Summary
The ANC is mourning the death of Lungi Annette Mnganga-Gcabashe, Deputy President of the ANC Women’s League and a member of the ANC National Executive Committee. Mnganga-Gcabashe passed away on Saturday, leaving behind a legacy of principled leadership and commitment to her community. The ANC described her as a beacon of calm and a voice of reason, noting her significant contributions to rebuilding South Africa's democracy. Born in KwaMashu, she was shaped by the struggles of her community. She served in various capacities, including the United Democratic Front and Parliament, where she chaired committees on public enterprises and tourism. The ANC emphasized her dedication to accountability and improving the lives of ordinary South Africans. Her recent election as Deputy President of the Women’s League reflected the respect she earned across generations. The party mourns her loss, remembering her soft-spoken strength and unwavering faith in the people.
Lungi Annette Mnganga-Gcabashe, a member of the ANC's National Executive Committee and Deputy President of the ANC Women’s League, has died, prompting an outpouring of grief and tributes from across South Africa's political spectrum. The ANC announced her death, describing Mnganga-Gcabashe as a leader who exemplified principled leadership, humility, and unwavering dedication to her people.
Mnganga-Gcabashe, who passed away on Saturday, leaves behind a legacy of service and commitment that the ANC says will inspire future generations. In a statement, the party emphasized the profound void her absence creates within the movement and the nation. She was born in KwaMashu in 1960 and her political consciousness was forged in the crucible of her community’s struggles against apartheid. Mnganga-Gcabashe's activism began in the United Democratic Front, the Natal Organisation of Women, and the ANC, where she displayed selflessness, empathy, and courage.
Throughout her career, Mnganga-Gcabashe held various leadership positions, always remaining grounded in the values of humility, revolutionary discipline, and people-centered leadership. As a Member of Parliament, she demonstrated quiet strength and ethical oversight, particularly as chairperson of the portfolio committees on public enterprises and tourism. Her commitment to accountability was driven by a desire to improve the lives of ordinary citizens.
The ANC highlighted her recent election as Deputy President of the Women’s League in 2023 as a testament to the trust and respect she garnered across generations. Mnganga-Gcabashe consistently urged communities to protect essential institutions like schools and clinics, reminding them of the sacrifices made to attain freedom. Her message promoted unity, discipline, and a sense of generational duty.
Mnganga-Gcabashe's loss is deeply felt by the Women’s League, her family, parliamentary colleagues, the ANC, and the nation. The ANC expressed gratitude to her family for sharing her with the nation and encouraged the women of South Africa to draw inspiration from her life, which demonstrated that dignity and power can coexist.