This morning, President Zuma — who is also the Chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence and Security — is expected to hold discussions with the Coalition Leaders and to assess the progress in the implementation of the Windhoek Declaration, as well as other SADC decisions.

The visit follows the Ministerial Committee of the Organ meeting held on 31 August, as well as the President’s meeting with the Coalition Leaders on 1 September in Pretoria.

“The visit by President Zuma demonstrates a clear commitment by SADC to assist the Coalition Leaders to implement the Windhoek Declaration, as well as to assist the kingdom to restore peace and stability,” the Department of International Relations and Cooperation said on Monday.

President Zuma is accompanied by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.

Available: http://www.sanews.gov.za/africa/president-zuma-visits-lesotho-mediation-mission