Statement on the Death of a South African
in Iraq
The South African diplomatic mission in Kuwait has
confirmed the death of yet another South African in
the ongoing conflict in Iraq. The deceased, a construction
worker, was killed, today, Monday - 10 May 2004, in
Kirkuk, bringing to six the total number of South Africans
killed to date in Iraq.
The name of the deceased cannot be released to the
public at this stage, as the Department of Foreign Affairs
is still to inform the next of kin. The government extends
its heartfelt condolences to members of the bereaved
family.
Issued by Ronnie Mamoepa on 082 990 4853
Department of Foreign Affairs
Private Bag X152
Pretoria
0001
10 May 2004
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