Minister of Employment and Labour Nomakhosazana Meth has described the late former Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana as a fearless leader.
Mdladlana passed away on Friday morning after a short illness at the age of 72.
He served in various Parliamentary portfolios since 1994, shortly before joining the Department as Minister of Labour from July 1998 to 2009.
Mdladlana has been hailed as leader who worked tirelessly to hold employers who were failing to comply with employment equity accountable.
Meth says Mdladlana leaves behind a legacy of service.
“It is a sad week for the nation and for the department in particular to lose two former ministers within a short space of time. Mr. Mdladlana, who was the longest serving Labour Minister, was a principled man with high moral standards. He was a selfless and reliable leader and comrade. He leaves behind a huge impact and legacy within the department, having ensured that labour inspectors received improved remuneration and enjoyed protection. He continued on the footsteps of Mr [Tito] Mboweni, to champion the rights and wellbeing of workers. A testament to his passion for labour rights.”
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family and all loved ones, colleagues and comrades of former Employment and Labour Minister, Mr Membathisi Mdladlana, a seasoned ANC activist with high moral standards and principles @deptoflabour #LabourMatters #RIPMembathisiMdladlana pic.twitter.com/RVHxTjSPVE
— Nomakhosazana Meth (@Meth_Khosi) October 21, 2024
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has also paid tribute to Mdladlana:
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