Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has remembered late ANC stalwart Gertrude Shope as a global leader and says even though her funeral has been declared a Special Official Category One funeral , the honour goes beyond.
This comes as Mme Shopes funeral is being held today at the Great Hall at Wits University.
Lesufi says Shope was a bridge between the liberation movement and government and was at the forefront of shaping policy positions.
Gertrude Shope Panyaza Lesufi says Shope advanced the ANC in various constituencies:
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to deliver the eulogy at Shopes funeral. She will be laid to rest at the West Park cemetery today