Prof. Bengu remembered for his contribution in education system

The African National Congress’s (ANC) Senzo Mchunu has described South Africa’s first Education Minister in democratic South Africa, the late Professor Sibusiso Bengu, as a man whose actions spoke louder than words.

Bengu’s memorial service has taken place at the Eshowe Town Hall in KwaZulu-Natal.

He died in December at the age of 90.

Bengu’s legacy lies firmly in the education sector since 1966 when he taught at the Eshowe Teachers’ Training College.

Mchunu delivered a tribute on behalf of the ANC.

“Professor Bengu was a leader whose quiet actions spoke louder than words. He leaves behind a rich legacy of hope and progress. Where does it start? It started with the education system in South Africa which was not complex but very chaotic, even in terms of standard and quality. He made all these improvements, he gave us hope for a new South Africa, it’s education systems and its progress.”

VIDEO | Professor Bengu’s memorial service.