By BAKANG MOKOTO
30 August 2025- The Democratic Alliance (DA) leader and Member of Parliament (MP), John Steenhuisen said on behalf of the DA, he would like to extend his deepest condolences to the United Independent Movement (UIM) following the passing of its President, Neil de Beer.
“In Neil de Beer’s passing, South Africa has lost a powerful voice for change. With his uncompromising and often confrontational style, he upset many, but he also spoke for many.
“His convictions and fearless personality made him a force to be reckoned with and a valuable partner to the Multi-Party Charter. For his role in bringing the Charter about, the DA will remember him fondly,” he said.
Steenhuisen further said their condolences and prayers go out to his loved ones. He added that in life, de Beer was a man of restless energy.
“May he now find eternal rest,” said Steenhuisen.
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