Issued by: Truth and Reconciliation Commission
March 25, 1997
Archbishop Desmond Tutu travels to Durban next week to preside over the national launch of a campaign aimed at giving every South African who suffered a gross human rights violation during the apartheid years a chance to have their case considered by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
The launch of the three-month long campaign will take place at the Marianhill Retreat Centre, Marianhill (near Pinetown) on Tuesday April 1, at 11.30 am. Refreshments will be available from 11 am.
Journalists are invited to cover the event, which will include a newsworthy speech by Archbishop Tutu.
Venue: St Annes Chapel, Marianhill Retreat Centre.
Inquiries: John Allen, 082- 452- 7859