President-Elect Yoweri Museveni
27 February 2006
Tshwane - President Thabo Mbeki today, 27 February 2006, extended his
congratulations to Uganda's President-elect Yoweri Museveni following the
outcome of the recently held general elections.
In his message of support, President Mbeki said âThe Government and people
of South Africa join the international community in welcoming the outcome of
the recently held Presidential and Parliamentary elections in your country, the
first since the introduction of the multiparty democracy.
"In this regard, we note and welcome the determination by the African Union
(AU) that, despite difficulties, the elections were conducted in calm and
peaceful manner which accorded the people of Uganda the opportunity to freely
express their democratic right.
"Consequently, we appeal to all participants to accept the outcome of this
democratic process as a true reflection of the democratic will of the people of
Uganda.
"We remain convinced that the new Ugandan government will use the mandate
given by the people of Uganda to continue pursuit of democracy, peace and
sustainable development as part of continental efforts to consolidate the
African agenda," concluded President Mbeki.
Enquiries:
Ronnie Mamoepa
Cell: 082 990 4853
Issued by: Department of Foreign Affairs
27 February 2006
Source: SAPA
