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RIP LT. Malouw

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Dear Editor

I write this letter with a heavy heart as the rising star of a fellow Schauderville native, who made an indelible mark by becoming the first woman to navigate a submarine on our continent, is now extinguished.

We received the news that Lieutenant Commander Gillian Malouw, a young mother with so much still to offer, was sadly killed on Wednesday during rough seas at Kommetjie in Cape Town.

The same accident also claimed the lives of Master Warrant Officer William Masela Mathipa and Warrant Officer Class One Mmokwapa Lucas Mojela.

She was a worthy ambassador for the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro and Gqeberha in particular by working hard to achieve her career goals.

I had the privilege of meeting this prodigious young lady a few months ago during the World Hydrography Celebrations held in Gqeberha in June.

To demonstrate the tenacity and conviction of this amazing soul, a direct quote during an interview, by her, captures her beautifully:

“The world is filled with naysayers and negativity, but no-one can take away what you’ve learnt, and no-one can take away your dreams.

“If you truly want something, do everything in your power to make it happen.”

I convey my sincere condolences to the bereaved family, friends and colleagues on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, its administration and residents.

We thank her for her service to her country and the region of her birth. May her soul rest in heavenly peace.

Regards,

Cllr Gary van Niekerk
Executive Mayor Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality

Related: 3 Deceased, 1 Critical, 4 Safe Following SA Navy Vessel Accident | President mourns passing of South African Navy submariners | Names of officials who died in SA Navy submarine disaster released | Defence announces loss of three South African (SA) Navy submariners off Kommetjie

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