President Zuma sends condolences to Guinea-Bissau

President Jacob Zuma has, on behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa, expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Government and the people of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau following the passing on today, 09 January 2012, of President Malam Bacai Sanha.

President Zuma said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of President Sanha, the Government and the people of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau during this difficult period of mourning the death of their leader, President Sanha”.   

For further information, please contact Clayson Monyela, Spokesperson for DIRCO, on 082 884 5974.

Issued by: The Department of International Relations and Cooperation

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