Archbishop Desmond Tutu celebrates his 90th birthday
In a press release, President Cyril Ramaphosa extends his warmest congratulations to Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu who celebrates his 90th birthday today, 7 October 2021.
In a written message to the Archbishop, President Ramaphosa says: “You continue to remind us that fellowship, solidarity, charity and compassion for the vulnerable are values common to us all, and we should strive to live by them each day.
“We are further reminded that taking up the struggle for equality and social justice is not the responsibility of only government, civil society organisations or the clergy, but of us all.”
The President expresses his deep regard to Archbishop Tutu for a life that has been well-lived in honesty, integrity, fearlessness and service to humanity in South Africa and globally.”
Media enquiries: Tyrone Seale, Acting Spokesperson to the President – [email protected]
Issued by: The Presidency
Click here to read the official statement.
