July 17, 2022
HOURS after her death ANC deputy secretary-general Jessie Duarte was buried at the Westpark cemetery in Johannesburg in accordance to Muslim rites of passage.
The struggle stalwart who has been on sick leave for months, died at home in the early hours of Sunday morning after she lost her long battle with cancer at the age of 68.
President Cyril Ramaphosa had on Sunday announced that the state would hold an official and provincial funeral category 2.
Duarte was a long-time anti-apartheid activist who served as Special Assistant to former President Nelson Mandela and struggle stalwart Walter Sisulu.
Scores of politicians and business people were present to witness Duarte’s funeral including suspended party secretary-general, Ace Magashule in his personal capacity since he has stepped aside from all ANC activities.Also present was former president Kgalema Motlanthe.
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