President Jacob Zuma has today, 16 August 2012, and on behalf of Government and the people of South Africa expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Baai family, friends, relatives and the South African Human Rights Commission, following the sad passing of Commissioner Sandile Baai in the early hours of yesterday morning.
"Commissioner Baai's death is a loss not only to his family but also to the legal fraternity, the South African Human Rights Commission and the nation at large. We will miss his services and dedication. We also share in the loss and our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this dark hour. May his soul rest in peace," said President Zuma.
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