Colleagues, I rise today to add the DA's voice and pay tribute to the late hon Kganyago, who passed away on 18 July this year, aged 73 years. It is always sad when a member of the 400 Club passes away, especially when the member has excelled as did the hon Kganyago.
He started off in life as a carpenter and later progressed to becoming a court interpreter, educator, school inspector and psychologist.
He left an indelible mark on the education profession. However, not being satisfied with all these achievements, he entered political life and had the advantage of not only serving the UDM in all three spheres of government, but also serving the executive of the country in the capacity of Deputy Minister of Public Works.
He held high office in his political party, the UDM, his last position being that of Deputy President.
Hon Kganyago and I served together on many professional bodies, as psychologists, and on the Quarterly Consultative Forum in Parliament.
I would like to tell you that he was passionate about members' facilities. One day, in a forum meeting, he had us rolling with laughter when he said that the standard double bed issued by Public Works was not big enough for him.
I found him to be a humble, kind and gentle soul, with a twinkle in his eye and a good sense of humour. His passing, after a short illness, has saddened many in this House. He served his country with dignity, dedication and excellence, and his contributions will be greatly missed in this House.
We, in the DA, send our love and prayers to the family - I take it you are seated in the gallery - during this bleak time in your lives. You can take comfort from the knowledge that he had a good innings and lived a full life. God bless him. [Applause.]