The memory of former minister of intelligence Joe Nhlanhla can inspire the ANC when it is challenged by ill discipline, Jacob Zuma said on Wednesday.

President Thabo Mbeki has conveyed his and the government’s condolences to the family of late former intelligence minister Joe Nhlanhla.

Former Intelligence Minister Joe Nhlanhla died on Wednesday, the ANC said. The ANC said Nhlanhla (71) had been in a coma for the past month.