STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT MBEKI ON THE INCIDENT AT ELLIS PARK STADIUM AT THE SOCCER MATCH BETWEEN KAIZER CHIEFS AND ORLANDO PIRATES

Issued by the Presidency

11 April 2001

President Mbeki expressed a deep sense of shock at the tragic loss of so many lives at the Ellis Park Stadium this evening. On behalf of the entire nation the President conveyed condolences to the families of the bereaved.

An urgent inquiry will have to be held to ensure that this kind of tragic incident does not happen again in South Africa.

The President also expressed his appreciation for the efforts made by the leaders of the two clubs to maintain calm amongst the supporters.

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