“Just Give Me a Decent Burial”: Tito Mboweni’s Last Wish Revealed in Resurfaced 2018 Tweet After His Death
In a poignant turn of events, a 2018 tweet by former finance minister Tito Mboweni has resurfaced following his passing on Saturday, 12 October 2024, at the age of 65.
The tweet reflects his contentment with life and his simple wish for a “decent burial.” Mboweni’s death has sparked widespread reflection on his career and personal sentiments as expressed through his social media presence.
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Tito Mboweni Passes Away After Short Illness
The Mboweni family confirmed the former minister’s passing in a statement on Sunday. According to the family, Mboweni succumbed to a short illness while hospitalized in Johannesburg.
The statement expressed the family’s deep sorrow and noted that he passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
“It is with deep sadness that the Mboweni Family announces the passing of Mboweni. The family is devastated by Governor Mboweni’s passing after a short illness. He passed away in a hospital in Johannesburg on Saturday night, surrounded by his loved ones.”
The family also requested privacy during this challenging time as they come to terms with the immense loss.
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Tito Mboweni’s Final Wish: A Simple Burial
Following the news of his death, a tweet Mboweni posted in 2018 gained renewed attention on social media. The tweet highlights a heartfelt conversation between Mboweni and his son, where the former minister reflected on his life’s accomplishments and expressed that he was ready for whatever came next.
“My son saw my earlier tweet, and he asked: ‘What else do you want to do?’” reads the tweet.
Mboweni’s reply was simple:
“Nothing. I have done everything a reasonable human being would have wanted to achieve in life. Just give me a decent burial when my time comes to go.”
He ended the tweet by recounting his son’s response,
“He said, ‘you are going nowhere.’ That’s nice from him,” wrote Mboweni, sharing a touching moment between father and son.