Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa Aziz Pahad in March 2012.
Admiration for Aziz Pahad's anti-apartheid struggle credentials and dedication to communism dominated messages of honour at his funeral.
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the democracy Pahad helped build remained steady and strong.
Pahad's funeral was held Saturday at the West Park Cemetery in Johannesburg.
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