Text: Savimbi death announcement

Savimbi and President dos Santos too briefly in accord

Text of the statement by the Angolan Government announcing the death of veteran Unita rebel leader, Jonas Savimbi.

The government of the Republic of Angola confirms and informs the national and international public opinion of the death of Jonas Malheiro Savimbi, who to date led the armed groups responsible for the destruction of the infrastructures and the death of innocent civilians throughout the country.

The government of the Republic of Angola appeals to all those, that voluntarily or involuntarily, were associated to these terrorist practices to reconsider their options and reintegrate themselves in the normal life of the country, contributing in this way to the consolidation of the democratisation and national reconciliation process.

At an appropriate time and after taking into account the signs that we will receive from those who still want to continue with the war, the government will be issuing a communiqué containing a detailed programme to cease all hostilities in Angola.

• Appeal for calm

The government reiterates its intention to completely implement the Lusaka Protocol and also considers that all Angolan political parties are essential for Angola's democratisation.

The government of the Republic of Angola appeals to the entire nation to remain calm and tranquil, respecting law and order, particularly the right to differences and peaceful co-existence of all Angolans.

The government once again lauds the Angolan Armed Forces, the National Police, the Civil Defence and the intelligence community for its performance, dedication and courage with which it has carried out its mission of defending the national territory, the security of the populations' lives and the protection of the public infrastructures as well as the citizens' possessions.

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