Cde. Mario Masuku fought for a good cause
In every historical epoch, out of all men and women who are brought into this world, there are some who will distinguish themselves and stand out and raise their heads above others. Such often risk their lives and sacrifice their resources to change the plight of others. Cde Mario Masuku, the Founding President of the People’s United Democratic Movement ( PUDEMO) of Eswatini was in this category. In the face of continous harrasment and intermittent incarceration by the King, he selflessly fought for the liberation of the people of Eswatini. Cde Masuku was a friend of the Botswana National Front ( BNF) through and through. He was one of the main speakers when the BNF celebrated its 45th Anniversary in Mochudi. His address was captivating and highly inspirational. To lose such a fighter in our struggle for emancipation has left a void, pain and sorrow. Together with PUDEMO, we shall continue the struggle from where he left. He maybe no more, but his spirit, ideals and principles live on. Our two organisations’ struggle for the attainment of genuine independence for our people, which he selflessly contributed to, will not be allowed to be in vain. We will continue to fight against neo colonialist regimes in our respective countries. As the BNF, we believe in international solidarity, hence our relentless continued support to the struggles of the Peoples of Swaziland, Cuba, Western Sahara, Palestine, Venezuela and other countries. It is this strong conviction in solidarity which consistently enabled the BNF to actively support the liberation of Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa. Eswatini shall also be free at some stage. We will continue to put pressure on the Botswana Democratic Party ( BDP) regime to recalibrate its relationship with Eswatini. To the PUDEMO, Masuku family and friends, we wish to extend our heartfelt condolences. We would like to thank the Masuku family for having been so gracious to support and allow Cde Mario Masuku to walk in this challenging path. May the soul of our Cde rest in eternal peace.