This Day in History: July 31, 2004
Additional Date: July 31, 2004
A special official funeral service for Rivonia trialist and MK cadre, Wilton Z. Mkwayi, attended by Acting President Phumzile Mlambo-Ncuka, was held in King William's Town. He was awarded this honour because of his extra-ordinary credentials and contribution to building a free and democratic South Africa.
His cremation in East London on 2 August was attended by Pres.Thabo Mbeki.
Sources:
Sowetan, Friday 30 July, 2004, p. 2.
http://www.info.gov.za/speeches/2004/04080608151006.htm
http://www.info.gov.za/speeches/2004/04080208151006.htm