ANC WELCOMES PRESIDENT'S RESPONSE

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes and appreciates President Jacob Zuma's statement on his personal and private relationship (see here).

In his statement, the President has shown integrity and honesty in taking the country and its citizenry into his confidence.

We therefore appeal to everyone - including opposition political parties - to put this matter to rest and give all families concerned the opportunity to reflect on the matter.

Statement issued by Jackson Mthembu, African National Congress national spokesperson, February 6 2010

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