# The African National Congress has expressed sadness following the death of former North West Premier Bushy Maape. ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri described Maape as a freedom fighter, Umkhonto we Sizwe operative and former Robben Island prisoner who dedicated his life to South Africa’s liberation. Bhengu-Motsiri says Maape was passionate about education and believed learning could uplift communities. She added that his life symbolised the sacrifices made by many struggle veterans for freedom, democracy, education and development in South Africa.
ANC pays tribute to Maape’s unwavering commitment to South Africa’s liberation