South Africa: Statement of Resignation by Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Aziz Pahad

South African Government (Pretoria)

27 September 2008

I have been privileged to serve as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for nearly 15 years under former Presidents Mandela and Mbeki. Due to unfortunate communication problems, President Motlanthe on Thursday (25/09/08) announced that I had been re-appointed as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. While I am delighted and honoured that the President has once again showed confidence in my ability ...