The Office of the Surgeon General in the South African Military Health Services wishes to confirm that President Jacob Zuma underwent a planned minor surgical procedure to one of his eyes today, 1 September in Durban.
"His condition is excellent and he should make a full recovery within the next few days. It is most likely that he would be ready for state business from tomorrow onwards" said the Surgeon General, Lieutenant General Vejayn and Dr Indurjith Ramlakan.
For further enquiries contact:
Captain Mohlomi
Cell: 082 777 3425
Zingaphi Jakuja
Director: Media Liaison
The Presidency
Cell: 082 7663940
Tel: 012 3005438
Fax: 0866835438
E-mail: zingaphi@po.gov.za
Issued by: The Presidency on behalf of the Surgeon General's Office
1 September 2009
