Brussels, 09/12/2013 (Agence Europe) - On Friday 6 December, Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi, Prime Minister of the Independent State of Samoa, President of the Council of the Ministers of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of states, and Alhaji Muhammad Mumuni, Secretary-General of the ACP Group, paid heartfelt tribute to Nelson Mandela and called on the whole world to the legacy of this illustrious statesman lives on and grows.
“The passing of Madiba, who is both a symbol of the struggle against racism, oppression and intolerance and an icon of forgiveness and reconciliation in South Africa, is an inestimable loss, not only to his country, but to the world at large. The depth of spirit and unshakeable courage of Nelson Mandela have been a source of inspiration for all who are fighting for freedom, equality and justice throughout the world. It is the sincere hope of the President of the ACP Council and the Secretary-General of the ACP Group that Mr. Mandela's legacy will be utilised every day to effectively actualise the ideals of democracy, justice and brotherhood in South Africa, within the ACP Group and across the entire world”, said a joint press release published by the ACP Group. (AN/transl.fl)