Sunday, November 3, 2024
22.2 C
Nairobi

South Africa to honor justice Yvonne Mokgoro with special funeral

South Africa is set to bid farewell to the late retired Constitutional Justice Yvonne Mokgoro in a special and reverent manner.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that Justice Mokgoro will be honored with a Special Official Funeral Category 1, in recognition of her remarkable contributions to the nation.

Justice Yvonne Mokgoro, a trailblazer and pioneer in the legal field, passed away on 9 May 2024 at the age of 73.

She was not only one of the first Justices to be appointed to the Constitutional Court in 1994 but also the first black woman judge to serve on the apex court.

Her legacy as a champion of justice and equality will be remembered and celebrated during the special funeral proceedings.

As per the State, Official and Provincial Funeral Policy Manual, a Special Official Funeral Category 1 is reserved for individuals of exceptional stature.

It includes ceremonial elements conducted by the South African National Defence Force, emphasizing the significance of Justice Mokgoro’s esteemed career and lasting impact on the nation.

South Africa to honor late justice Yvonne Mokgoro with special funeral www.whoownsafrica.com
South Africa to honor justice Yvonne Mokgoro with special funeral www.whoownsafrica.com

President Ramaphosa has also decreed that the national flag be lowered to half-mast at all flag stations nationwide, as a mark of respect and mourning for Justice Mokgoro.

This gesture symbolizes the profound loss felt by the nation and honors her legacy as a pioneering jurist and advocate for justice.

The funeral service for Justice Yvonne Mokgoro will take place in Johannesburg, with further details to be announced in due course.

The ceremony will be a solemn occasion to remember and honor the exceptional life and contributions of a remarkable individual who dedicated herself to upholding the principles of justice and equality.

Justice Mokgoro was an influential figure in the legal world, breaking barriers as the first black woman judge on the Constitutional Court.

Her contributions extended beyond the courtroom, as she shared her knowledge and expertise by teaching law courses at universities around the world.

South Africa to honor late justice Yvonne Mokgoro with special funeral www.whoownsafrica.com
South Africa to honor justice Yvonne Mokgoro with special funeral www.whoownsafrica.com

Her commitment to advancing women’s rights was evident in her active participation in various women’s organizations, including the International Women’s Association and the International Federation of Women Lawyers.

Recognized for her achievements, she was honored as an icon of the history of Women Lawyers in South Africa in 2006.

Justice Mokgoro’s legacy continues to inspire future generations of women in the legal profession.

Go to Who Owns Africa for more news from the African continent.

Follow Who Owns Africa on Twitter @Who Owns Africa, on Facebook at Who Owns Africa or on Instagram at whoownsafrica


Discover more from Who Owns Africa

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Hot this week

Meet Uganda’s Hamis Kiggundu who’s richer than Ronaldo and Messi

Meet Uganda's Hamis Kiggundu, a name known for more...

Why Were Metal Masks Used During Slavery Time?

During the dark era of slavery, colonial masters implemented...

WhatsApp unveils recent history-sharing for new group members

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta, is...

Timbuktu: The African city that was once the richest in the world

Timbuktu, located in the West African nation of Mali,...

How a Kenyan start-up is Harnessing Carbon Markets in Africa

In an innovative approach to revolutionising energy provision in...

Topics

Uganda sentences LRA commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years for war crimes

A court in Uganda has sentenced Lord’s Resistance Army...

Mozambique ruling party declared winner of election amid fraud claims

Mozambique’s ruling party candidate, Daniel Chapo, has been declared...

Kenya secures $736 million power project deal with Adani

Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) and Adani Energy Solutions...

Nigeria: The Challenges and achievements of Tinubu administration

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration has been in...

Nigerian economy under radar of President Tinubu’s administration

As Nigeria marked 64 years of independence on 1st...

Kenya lawmakers vote to impeach Deputy President Gachagua

Lawmakers in Kenya have voted to impeach Deputy President...

How Congo rebels are raking in $300K every month from seized mining territory

Rebels operating in the eastern region of the Democratic...

Related Articles

Discover more from Who Owns Africa

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading