31 July 2000
The Presidency confirms that Mr Joe Nhlanhla, Minister of Intelligence, suffered a mild stroke on 29 July 2000.
The Minister remains in a stable condition at a Johannesburg hospital and is receiving the required medical attention. Doctors attending to the Minister have indicated that the Minister is expected to commence with a rehabilitation programme very soon. President Mbeki wishes Minister Nhlanhla a speedy recovery, and hopes that the Minister will assume his responsibilities as soon as possible.
In the intervening period, President Mbeki has appointed Mr Penuel Maduna (Minister of Justice) as acting Minister of Intelligence with immediate effect.
Issued by Mr Joel Netshitenzhe (Cell: 082 9000083)
Government Communications and Information Service (GCIS)
Pretoria