Issued by: Office of the President
President Nelson Mandela met the leadership of the SANDF at his residence, Mahlambandlopfu, in Pretoria today. The meeting started at 11h30 and lasted slightly more than an hour.
The President briefed the officers about the findings of the Mohamed Commission. He reiterated that he had never believed the allegations contained in the flawed report that had been handed to him on the 5 February 1998.
The President stated he did not doubt the loyalty of any of the members of the leadership of the Defence Force, more especially those who earned their colours in the former liberation army of the national liberation movement.
The President is continuing with his consultations on the next course of action arising from the report and findings of the Mohamed Commission. The Office of the President will issue a statement in this regard as soon as, in the opinion of the President, all the necessary consultations have been completed.
Issued by the Office of the President 02 April 1998
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