THE ANC has dismissed as fake media reports suggesting the party’s Deputy Secretary General Jessie Duarte has passed away.
ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe on Sunday described the media reports as “inhumane”, “barbaric” and “hurtful” to the Duarte, her family and the broader liberation movement.
“The ANC categorically dismisses these nonsensical claims by some through fake news messages social and mainstream media platforms,” said Mabe.
“The DSG has been ill for some time and is now well on the road to full recovery. The ANC is encouraged by the DSG, comrade Duarte’s display of strength on a daily basis and look forward to her imminent return to office.”
“We are appreciative of the continued support that the family is giving to the DSG. We further commend our national officials, members of the national executive committee and all those who took their time to visit the DSG in person and many others
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