President conveys condolences to families in Mitchell's Plein

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has extended his condolences to the families and relatives of nine people, including children, who died this morning in Mitchell's Plein after a house was burnt down.

"I am deeply saddened and shocked by this tragedy that has befallen the community of Mitchell's Plein today.

"I wish to extend my condolences and those of the whole government to the families and relatives of the deceased during this difficult time,” President Zuma said on Saturday.