President Zuma congratulates Sassou-Nguesso on his re-election

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has congratulated Congolese President Denis Sassou-Nguesso on his re-election.

President Sassou-Nguesso, who has been in power for 32 years, secured a new five-year term with over 60% of votes during the presidential election that was held on 20 March.

President Zuma said Sassou-Nguesso should use his re-election to continue working for the security, well-being and prosperity of all the people of Congo.

President Zuma also congratulated the people of the Congo for conducting a peaceful election. – SAnews.gov.za