President Cyril Ramaphosa Congratulates Cardinal-Elect Stephen Brislin

by Admin · July 11, 2023

Caption: President Cyril Ramaphosa with Catholic leaders, including Cardinal-elect Stephen Brislin (far left)

President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Archbishop Stephen Brislin of Cape Town on his nomination by Pope Francis for elevation to the rank of cardinal.

“Archbishop Brislin’s elevation is an exceptional personal honour and recognition of his spiritual leadership and stewardship of the Catholic Church in South Africa. His nomination is cause for pride among South Africans of all backgrounds and should inspire all of us to exercise our beliefs, in our diversity, with deep devotion,” said President Ramaphosa, who has met the cardinal-elect.

The Welkom-born archbishop will be among 21 men who will be installed as cardinals at a consistory on September 30, six days after his 67th birthday. He will be elevated to the rank of cardinal-priest.