Khama, Mugabe face-off in the offing at SADC summit

A statement from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation says the summit will receive a report on the outcome of consultations regarding the implementation of the 'Global Political Agreement' signed by Zimbabwe political parties on 15 September 2008.

The summit, to be held at the Presidential Palace in Pretoria, is expected to find a solution to the political impasse in Zimbabwe.  SADC deputy executive secretary, Joao Caholo, confirmed yesterday that they have issued invitations to all heads of state. He said the summit is not open to press coverage.