Media Statements

The African National Congress (ANC) is deeply saddened and mourns the passing of Comrade Dikeledi Magadzi, who passed away this morning, 28 December 2025.

Comrade Magadzi was a committed leader and seasoned cadre of the ANC who served the movement and the democratic state with dedication and discipline. She previously served as a Member of the National Executive Committee and as a Deputy Minister, bringing a strong sense of public service and revolutionary commitment to every responsibility entrusted to her.

Her contribution to governance and the movement was extensive. She served the people of Limpopo as MEC of the following portfolios, Public Works, Agriculture, Health and Safety and Security. At national level, she was elected to the National Assembly, chaired the Portfolio Committee on Transport, and later served as Deputy Minister of Transport and Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation.

Within the ANC and the broader liberation movement, Comrade Magadzi was deeply rooted in mass democratic formations, including the Federation of Transvaal Women, the United Democratic Front, NEHAWU, the ANC Women’s League and the establishment of the Congress of Traditional Leadership of South Africa (Contralesa).

From 2007 to 2022, she served on the ANC NEC, contributing to organisational work, political education, and leadership development.

The ANC extends its heartfelt condolences to her family, including her children and grandchildren, as well as to comrades, friends and all those whose lives were touched by her service. We call on all members and ANC structures to offer the Magadzi family the necessary support and to keep them in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult period.

Further details regarding memorial and funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course.

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