Friday, October 7, 2016
Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has wished Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu a joyful birthday, good health and comfort as he turns 85 today.
"Archbishop Emeritus Tutu has contributed immensely to the freedom and democratic dispensation we achieved as a country.
“He continues to inspire the nation and the world in the promotion of human rights, justice and the wellbeing of all especially the poor," said President Zuma in a statement on Friday.
“We wish him a joyful birthday, good health and comfort and urge the nation to keep him and his family in their thoughts and prayers,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za