peace in Burundi
10 May 2006
Tshwane - South African Minister of Safety and Security, Mr Charles Nqakula,
Facilitator of the Burundi Peace Process today, 10 May 2006, departed for
Uganda, Tanzania and Burundi where he will consult with all role players on a
way forward for the Burundi Peace Process.
President Thabo Mbeki on Sunday, 7 May 2006, appointed Minister of Safety
and Security Charles Nqakula as Facilitator of the Burundi Peace Process
following a request from the leadership of the East African region of the
African Union (AU) for South Africa to continue with mediation efforts in
Burundi.
Ambassador Kingsley Mamabolo, South African Special Envoy to the Great
Lakes, will provide support to the facilitator, as he executes his mandate to
serve the people of Burundi in particular and the East African region in
general to create a peaceful, stable and democratic Burundi.
South Africa reiterates its commitment to work with the regional leadership,
the government and people of Burundi and the leadership of the Palipehutu/FNL
in their efforts to find a sustainable solution to their current political
challenges.
During this process it is envisaged that a regional technical team will be
established to provide support to the Facilitator.
Contact:
Ronnie Mamoepa
Cell: 082 990 4853
Issued by: Department of Foreign Affairs
10 May 2006
