President's statement Media statements Official funeral
President Cyril Ramaphosa is deeply saddened by the passing of Prof Hlengiwe Buhle Mkhize, Deputy Minister in The Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities.
Prof Mkhize passed away today, Thursday, 16 September 2021, at the age of 69.
The President extends his condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, comrades and associates of the late Deputy Minister across the country and internationally.
Prof Mkhize was appointed to The Presidency in May 2019.
