DA MP Cameron Mackenzie Sadly Passes Away
Cameron Mackenzie, the Democratic Alliance (DA) MP who survived an armed robbery in January, has sadly passed away after a “severe” struggle with Covid-19. The news was broken on social media on Thursday morning by his former fellow colleagues. Former DA MP, Phumzile Van Damme said: “My friend is gone. “You survived a bullet dammit,” […]
Cameron Mackenzie, the Democratic Alliance (DA) MP who survived an armed robbery in January, has sadly passed away after a “severe” struggle with Covid-19.
The news was broken on social media on Thursday morning by his former fellow colleagues.
Former DA MP, Phumzile Van Damme said: “My friend is gone. “You survived a bullet dammit,” we joked last week like we always do. We’ve been through so much together & with humour, love & support carried each other through the most tough times of our lives. I am numb & in disbelief. It cannot be. Why do the good ones go?”
Many of Mackenzie’s friends added tributes, remembering his humour.
Dean Macpherson, DA Shadow Minister for Trade & Industry, posted the below photo and said: “Devastated at the loss of a dear colleague & friend, Cameron Mackenzie. We were both elected MPs in 2014 & occupied the mid-bench of parliament, setting next to each other. He was an incredible story teller and a gentle man. He is such a loss to our party. Rest well Braveheart.”
DA Chief Whip Natasha Mazzone said in a statement:
“It is with great sadness that the DA confirms the passing of Cameron MacKenzie.
”Cameron was a valued member of the Party’s parliamentary caucus and a dear friend who will be missed sorely.
”South Africa has lost a great public servant who served his country diligently and with the utmost passion.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Cameron’s wife, Lisa, and their three children. We send them strength and love during this time of immeasurable loss.
“After a severe battle with Covid, Cameron lost a gallivant fight on Wednesday evening. Our thoughts are with those who still continue to battle against Covid-19, and we urge all South Africans to remain safe during these difficult times.”
In early January Mackenzie was shot in the shoulder during an attempted robbery at Dainfern Ridge Estate in Midrand, north of Johannesburg. His wounds were treated in hospital at the time.
On Thursday morning, academic and entrepreneur Rabelani Dagada said: “I’m totally shocked, saddened, angry and helpless to hear about the passing on of Cameron Mackenzie, MP. He was a good human being, mentor, loyal friend and dedicated public official. Profuse condolences to his family, friends and associates. #RIP.”
My friend is gone. “You survive a bullet dammit,” we joked last week like we always do. We’ve been through so much together & with humour, love & support carried each other through the most tough times of our lives. I am numb & in disbelief. It cannot be. Why do the good ones go? pic.twitter.com/v2pmhl3698
— Phumzile Van Damme (@zilevandamme) July 8, 2021
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