Thabo Mbeki suspends campaigning for ANC
Former president cites other commitments, but those close to him say his KwaZulu-Natal visit left a bitter taste
13 May 2024 - 20:45
Former president Thabo Mbeki’s programme in Nelson Mandela Bay on Wednesday is no longer happening as he has some diplomatic commitments on the continent, the party’s Eastern Cape provincial secretary, Lulama Ngcukayitobi, said on Monday night.
Mbeki, who has been the ANC’s trump card in its election campaign so far, said he had to deal with diplomatic commitments in war-torn Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. ..
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.