I have learned with deep sadness of the passing of former Deputy President and former Premier of Mpumalanga David Dabede Mabuza.
Deputy President Mabuza passed away today, Thursday, 3 July 2025, at a hospital following a short illness. He was 64 years of age.
On behalf of government and the nation, I offer my profound condolences to the late Deputy President’s wife, Mrs Mabuza, and the children.
I extend my condolences to Deputy President Mabuza’s friends and the people of Mpumalanga whom he served as Premier from 2009 to 2018, and previously as a Member of the Executive Council of Mpumalanga across a range of portfolios.
My thoughts are also with Deputy President Mabuza’s comrades in…
Rail Services: The country has a passenger rail service, Shosholoza Meyl, that
connects major cities, as well as a luxury train service called the Blue Train.

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\”Ja\”, says the larnie. \”Check, there\’s someone up front now, I\’ll show you!\”
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\”What the hell, man!\’ he shouts.
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