Pretoria – The South African government on Tuesday joined the international community in strongly condemning what appears to be a terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena that resulted in the unfortunate deaths that included numerous children and youths.
At least 22 people were killed Monday night and more than 50 injured after an explosion at the Ariana Grande concert.
"On behalf of the government and the people of South Africa, H. E. President Jacob Zuma extends his heartfelt condolences to the government and the people of the United Kingdom, in particular the families and loved ones of the deceased and wish the injured speedy recoveries," said the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) in a statement.
"Acts of violence and extremism have no place in society and constitute a threat to peace, security and development."
"The South African government condemns in the strongest terms terrorist attacks in any form and from whichever quarter and in particular against the innocent children and youth."
Dirco spokesperson Clayson Monyela said the Consular Services division is in contact with the South African High Commission in London in connection with the attacks in case any South African citizen has been affected.