Minister Thulas Nxesi represents President Jacob Zuma at the funeral of Singapore's icon Mr Kuan Yew

The Minister of Public Works, Mr Thulas Nxesi, will represent President Jacob Zuma and the Republic of South Africa at the funeral of Singapore's founding father and former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, in Singapore.

Prime Minister from 1956 to 1990, Mr Yew passed on 23 March 2015 and will be buried on Sunday 29 March 2015.

He was a great leader who spearheaded the transformation of Singapore from a tiny port city to the prosperous international financial, business and transport hub that it is today.

“We once again extend our deepest condolences to the people of Singapore on the passing of their icon. We are reminded of our own painful passing of President Nelson Mandela recently and understand too well the pain that they are going through. We wish the government and people of Singapore strength during this difficult period'', said President Zuma.

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