It is very rare that a leader of a party decides to step down during a parliamentary term, but the Rev Meshoe is setting an unparalleled precedent, in which he shows that no one is bigger than the institution they represent. The interests of the party precede whatever plans he may have.
Having entered politics and Parliament in 1994, and standing up to liberalists, irreligious and sometimes unchristian colleagues in Parliament, the Rev Meshoe never doubted in speaking the truth, and in speaking out and against immorality in and outside of Parliament.
His conscience always told him to say it as it is. Whatever and wherever he will be engaging after leaving, we can only hope it will be to the benefit of the Christian community at large and South Africa in its entirety.
There is no doubt that he has fought a good fight to espouse Christian values in a sometimes not so very friendly atmosphere. All that we in the UCDP can say is, well done, Moruti. Wherever you will be, let your light shine upon all people under the sun. Thank you. [Applause.]