MP and ANC member Alice Mthembu died on Boxing Day after being involved in a car accident in KwaZulu-Natal. The presiding officers of Parliament expressed their deep sorrow and extended their condolences to her family.
In the midst of the Christmas season, the loss of precious lives on our roads casts a dark shadow, causing unimaginable pain and grief for countless families.
Ms. Mthembu’s untimely passing serves as a tragic reminder of the alarming levels of accidents that continue to plague our roads, affecting many families.
At the age of 64, Alice Mthembu joined the National Assembly in 2019 and served in various parliamentary committees, including communications and digital technologies, defence and military veterans, and the Joint Standing Committee on Defense.
She was a dedicated and tireless public representative, serving her constituency in KwaZulu-Natal and the people of South Africa with unwavering commitment and dedication.
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Alice Mthembu was known for her advocacy for gender equality, both inside and outside of parliament. She relentlessly campaigned for gender perspectives in policy and lawmaking processes, leaving an enduring impact on the quest for a fairer society.
Her dedication to the advancement of women’s rights and the empowerment of marginalised groups will be remembered and celebrated.
