PRAVIN GORDHAN: SA business is poorer for having lost Jabu Mabuza
Mabuza was a businessperson with a deep love for SA and a passion to contribute towards its economic and social development
Jabu Mabuza was a courageous, gentle soul, whose tenacity, skill and adroit management of people and occasion were his hallmarks. I admired his resolve, steadfastness, industriousness and ability to build bridges. These qualities saw him rising from humble beginnings- from small, township-based businesses — to the pinnacle of the corporate world.
Mabuza’s larger-than-life presence always lit up a room: his optimism was delightful and his humour helped in the most difficult of situations. He will be remembered for his integrity and great business acumen, which won him many friends in the business community...
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