Zuma on his way to Cuba amid speculation over his future
The Presidency has confirmed that president Jacob Zuma will travel to Havana, Cuba to attend the funeral of the late former President of Cuba, Fidel Castro.
Castro passed away at the age of 90 last week.
The President has once again conveyed a message of condolences to the government and the people of Cuba, following the passing on of former President Castro.
"President Zuma has ordered that the National Flag be flown at half-mast at all stations in South Africa tomorrow, 29 November 2016, on the date of the funeral of former President Castro. The National Flag is flying at half-mast in the South African mission in Cuba until the 4th of December," a statement by the presidency read.
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They also said that condolence books have been placed at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Tuynhuys in Cape Town and at the offices of the Premiers throughout the country.
"The late President Castro not only identified with the struggle against apartheid, but also inspired the Cuban people to join South Africans in that struggle. After South Africa gained freedom in 1994, Cuba and South Africa, under President Castro and President Nelson Mandela respectively, formed a strong bond of solidarity and friendship," the statement read.
Presidential spokesperson, Bongani Nqgulunga confirmed that Zuma will not be attending the opening of the new High Court in Polokwane today, as he has already left for Cuba.