ROMEO MBUSO MBAMBO
I know that I got a chance, an opportunity like this during the trial in Nelspruit to meet with the family and apologise about my dirty work, but I think that today it's the right opportunity since I have the whole community and the people of Mpumalanga, because I heard after I was convicted that Mr Buthelezi, he was a person who was of help to the whole community, especially the Bushbuck Ridge community and surrounding areas.  He used to help them with their problems and many other things.  Therefore I know that my deed didn't only cause a loss to the Buthelezi family, however, the community as a whole which used to get help from Mr Buthelezi did suffer a loss.  Therefore I will say to the community of Mpumalanga I'm sorry, and I apologise for what I did.  I know that my words are not powerful to wipe off your tears and also cool your hearts.  However, what I'm doing at this time, this is all I can do to tell you the truth today as to why it happened and how it happened, and I ask for your forgiveness.  Thank you.