JOHANNESBURG – As tributes continue to pour in for the late legendary actress Mary Twala, there are growing calls for her to be honoured with a state funeral.My tree has fallen........lala Ma pic.twitter.com/CjojR7k2uX
— somizi somGAGA July 4, 2020 Twala's role in the entertainment industry was recognised in 2019, when she received the Order of Ikhamanga from President Cyril Ramaphosa. Dignitaries and political parties have hailed the actress for her humour, talent and have described her as an icon of our nation's creative community
The African National Congress says Twala is an inspiration to all South Africans who leaves behind a proud legacy of a long and inspiring career.Hamba Kahle Mbokodo! #RIPMaryTwala pic.twitter.com/JwFrQeDr0VThe Economic Freedom Fighters also paid tribute to Mama Mary calling her an activist, who used her platform as an actress to raise awareness on issues affecting South African women.