The Official Memorial Service of the late Rivonia Treason Trialist and stalwart of the liberation struggle, Mr Ahmed “Kathy” Kathrada will take place on Saturday, 1 April 2017, at the University of Johannesburg in Soweto.
Mr Kathrada was buried yesterday in Johannesburg.
The Presidency is leading the planning for the Official Memorial Service and Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the key message on behalf of government.
President Zuma declared a Special Official Funeral and flags are flying at half-mast at every station until Saturday evening.
The President has again extended his heartfelt condolences to former Public Enterprises Minister Barbara Hogan and family. He extends his gratitude to all who have supported the family in various ways.
The details of the memorial service are as follows:
Date: Saturday, 1 April 2017
Time: 11h00
Venue: University of Johannesburg Soweto Campus, Soweto
NB: Members of the media covering the event are required to apply for accreditation by completing the online registration form on https://www.gcis.gov.za. It is important that members of the media verify your details when completing the registration form.
Enquiries:
Dr Bongani Ngqulunga
Cell: 082 308 9373
E-mail: bongani@presidency.gov.za
