Motlanthe thanks stadium workers

Johannesburg - Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe thanked the workmen who built the stadiums which will host next month's World Cup during a visit on Saturday to sites that will host fans and games in Limpopo.

"From the men and women who built our stadiums to the architects, the electricians, our construction workers, and everyone else involved in making sure this sporting spectacular will be the best. Ke Nako! Rea leboga! Lo Livhuwo! Ikhensile ngompfu! I thank you!"

In a speech prepared for delivery, he said the province and the city, Polokwane, were ready for the matches next month.

"In all you will have the opportunity and privilege of welcoming the following nations in this city: Algeria, Slovenia, France, Mexico, Greece, Argentina, Paraguay and New Zealand," he said, adding that people should be ready to open their hearts and their homes to visitors from around the globe.

He said his visits to the stadiums and other World Cup-related projects had left him inspired and looking forward to the actual event.

"I have no doubt Polokwane will make Limpopo, South Africa and Africa proud."