DA MP for education Bozzoli mourned

THE DA is deeply saddened by the death of its MP, shadow minister of higher eduction, constituency head, acclaimed academic and “friend and colleague”, Professor Belinda Bozzoli, the party said.

“Belinda was deeply committed to her work in Parliament, she was deeply committed to making sure that higher education institutions remained respected and that as many young people as possible had access to excellent higher education,” said DA chief whip Natasha Mazzone.

“Her work was that of a true patriot. She was a fighter of principle and a true democrat. Belinda worked long into her illness, demonstrating her absolute commitment to South Africa and her caucus.

“Our deepest sympathies go to her husband, two sons, daughter, and all her family and friends. South Africa is the poorer for not having Belinda fighting for their rights. May she rest in peace,” Mazzone said.