people of Kuwait
15 January 2005
Tshwane: South African President Thabo Mbeki today, Sunday 15 January 2006,
on behalf of the government and people of South Africa, conveyed his
condolences to the government and people of Kuwait following the death of Emir
Sheikh Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah, earlier today.
In a message of support, President Mbeki said, "Please accept the deepest
condolences of the South African Government and people following the death of
Emir Sheikh Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah earlier today, Sunday 15 January 2006."
"Please accept the thought and prayers of the government and people of South
Africa at this time of national mourning," concluded President Mbeki.
Enquiries: Ronnie Mamoepa
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Issued by Department of Foreign Affairs
15 January 2005
