File image: Dr Frene Ginwala was the Speaker of National Assembly from 1994 until 2004.will be cremated in a private ceremony on Saturday. This is in accordance with her family’s wishes.Amongst her accolades – the Order of Luthuli in Silver for her contribution to the struggle for democracy was awarded to Ginwala in 2005 by President Thabo Mbeki., the one-time lawyer and journalist played a critical role in the country’s advancement during her stint as Speaker.
The Foundation’s CEO, Sello Hatang has extended condolences. Hatang adds that she was one of those people who were founding trustees of the Foundation. He recollects speaking to Ginwala’s colleagues and recalls them saying she was one of “those strict voices”. “She didn’t ever mince her words about what needed to be done, in terms of good governance and ensuring that the institution is run well. I think if we are to do anything as a country- is to take this moment, and reflect on that legacy, and ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to ensure that we make that legacy live on – and continue to live beyond all of us, and beyond her lifetime,” he asks.