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African National Congress (ANC) Deputy Secretary-General, Jessie Duarte has been placed on medical leave following gastrointestinal complications.
Duarte who has been serving as the party’s deputy Secretary-General for nine years was admitted to hospital on Sunday.
In a statement released by the ANC, her party wished her a speedy recovery and indicated that her duties will continue with the help of other NEC members based at the party’s headquarters.
@MYANC statement wishes the Deputy Secretary General, Comrade Jessie Duarte, a speedy recovery. pic.twitter.com/qTTyv85wIi
— African National Congress (@MYANC) November 30, 2021
Party President, Cyril Ramaphosa also paid a visit to the 68-year-old.
