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GALZ statement on the apology made by ANC Vice President, Mr Jacob Zuma
Gays and Lesbians of Zimbabwe (GALZ)
September 29, 2006

The Gays and Lesbians of Zimbabwe (GALZ) welcomes the apology to the lesbian and gay community by Mr Jacob Zuma and appreciates his ability to show remorse for the pain and suffering his remarks have caused, not only for lesbian and gay people in South Africa but for those in neighbouring countries and elsewhere on this continent.

Nevertheless, his remarks relating to the upbringing of boys and girls in traditional settings do not constitute a defence for what he said and indicate that his apology is in no way unreserved.

Let us hope that Mr Zuma has learnt an important lesson from this unfortunate episode and that his enlightenment, if genuine, will help him realise the importance we attach to the support of political leaders in the struggle for the inclusion of gay and lesbian people in the human family.

Keith Goddard
Director (GALZ)

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