Farewell to a brother and a patriot

There were no half measures with PG’s battles — he confronted them mind, body and soul, writes Mcebisi Jonas

15 September 2024 - 00:00 By MCEBISI JONAS

Six weeks ago, a group of Pravin Gordhan’s close comrades, family and friends gathered In Johannesburg to celebrate his exit from government duties and entry into retirement. It struck me then that Comrade PG did not seem convinced by all the well wishes for a new life of peace and family time...

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