THE African National Congress and the Gauteng division of the Inkatha Freedom Party resolved to postpone the opening of the Thokoza Monument until after the June 2 elections. The move was taken to “ensure peace and foster reconciliation”. Campaign duties prevent the presidents of the parties being present before the poll, and their participation will give the opening greater stature. It was agreed at a joint meeting that the absence of any or both the leaders will defeat the objective of the process. Both parties committed themselves to ensuring the unveiling of the monument and to this end appointed a Task Team of Mr Obed Bapela (ANC), Mrs C Zikalala (IFP) and Mr John Khumalo of the Monument Committee to find a suitable date. the parties reiterated their commitment to peace and reconciliation in the area.