CHAIRPERSON
In welcoming you as the first witness in the proceedings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, we are mindful of the suffering that you have endured in the past.  Many of us remember as though it was yesterday when Mapetla died in police custody.  We remember the anguish and the horror of those days, we know also, apart from the personal grief that you've experienced, that you yourself have been a victim of human rights violations. We know that you too have been detained and were in solitary confinement, and we salute you as someone who has witnessed the great courage, and you coming here today, is a testimony to your commitment, to truth, to justice, to reconciliation and to peace between you and all people and all South Africa.
EAST LONDON  HEARING TRC/EASTERN CAPE
4 MOHAPE
 Tiny Miya who is sitting on my right will lead the questions which the Commission would like to ask as you give your testimony. You are very very welcome.