The Durban International Convention Centre was filled with a sea of black, green, and gold as thousands of African National Congress ANC Women's League members gathered to bid farewell to their deputy president, Lungi Mnganga-Gcabashe.
Decked in the party's vibrant colours, mourners filled the arena, where speaker after speaker honoured Mnganga-Gcabashe's legacy of quiet humility, unwavering bravery, and lifelong selflessness.
Emotional scenes unfolded throughout the service, a testament to the profound impact of the 64-year-old leader, who passed away last weekend after a brief illness.
As the voices of the Women's Anthem rose, the lyrics resonated deeply - a fitting tribute to a woman who devoted her life to fighting for equality and uplifting women across South Africa.
The Womens League president Sisisi Tolashe, as well as Mnganga-Gcabashes family members, could not hold back tears at various stages of the service.