Zuma pays tribute to Madiba

By Nomava Nobumba
06 November 2009


President Jacob Zuma has paid tribute to Nelson Mandela, describing him as a true leader who united the country.

He was speaking at a gathering of traditional leaders which was organised to honour Mandela for his outstanding contribution to reconciliation and nation-building in Pretoria yesterday.

The president encouraged all those who attended to follow in Madiba’s footsteps to improve the lives of South Africans.

“Madiba characterizes a generation of leaders whose selfless sacrifice placed South Africa on the road to democracy,” he said.

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