President Zuma sends best wishes to Premier Jenkins

19 February 2012

President Jacob Zuma has sent wishes of a speedy recovery to Northern Cape Premier Hazel Jenkins (see Sapa report).

Premier Jenkins collapsed on Friday while delivering the State of the Province Address at the Christian Revival Church. She was transported to a Kimberley Hospital where her condition has been described as stable. 

"We have been assured of Premier Jenkin's improvement since the unfortunate episode and are certain that she is on the road to recovery. We wish Premier Jenkins a speedy recovery so that she can continue her task of leading the people and government of the Northern Cape Province. She has our full support," said President Zuma.

Statement issued by Mac Maharaj, The Presidency, February 19 2012

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