Funeral Arrangements for Former Minister Pravin Gordhan Announced

The Presidency has confirmed that the funeral service for the late former Minister Pravin Gordhan will be held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban. The service is scheduled for 10:00 on Thursday, 19 September 2024.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has designated the funeral as a Special Official Funeral Category 2. This honor recognizes Gordhan’s significant contributions as a struggle veteran and esteemed Cabinet member, who passed away on Friday, 13 September 2024, at the age of 75 after a period of illness.

Gordhan’s distinguished career included roles as Minister of Finance from 2009 to 2014 and again from 2015 to 2017. He also served as Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs from 2014 to 2015, and as Minister of Public Enterprises from February 2018 until his retirement announcement in March 2024. Additionally, he was appointed Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service in 1999, after serving as Deputy Commissioner.

The Special Official Funeral Category 2 will feature ceremonial elements conducted by the South African Police Service. Following the public service, there will be a private cremation.

In lieu of floral tributes, Gordhan’s family has requested that mourners make donations to charities of their choice or to the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation.