Please note: President Jacob Zuma will take time off to rest 4-5 February, following a hectic schedule.
Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe will deliver the opening address at the inaugural meeting of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Council (BBBEE) at the Presidential Guest house today, 4 February 2010 at 11h00.
President Jacob Zuma will chair the inaugural meeting of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Council (BBBEE) in Pretoria on Thursday, 4 February 2010.
President Zuma appointed the council in December 2009 in terms of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Council Act number 53 of 2003. This will be the first meeting of the council since their appointment on 3 December 2009.
Members of the media are invited for opening remarks by President Zuma and a photo opportunity as follows:
Date: Thursday, 4 February 2010
Venue: Presidential guesthouse (use gate 10)
Time: 11h00 (media to arrive at 10h30)
Members of the media wishing to cover the meeting are requested to send their details to Jonas@po.gov.za or SMS 082 679 9464.
(Accreditation is essential)
Enquiries:
Vincent Magwenya
Cell: 072 715 0024
Issued by: The Presidency
3 February 2010
