Archbishop Thabo Makgoba has responded to the news of the choice of a woman as the Anglican leader:

“On behalf of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa and on my and my family’s behalf, my warm congratulations to Archbishop-elect Sarah Mullally. The historic appointment of the first woman as Archbishop of Canterbury is a thrilling development. We heartily welcome the announcement and look forward to working with her as we all try to respond prophetically and pastorally to what God is up to in God’s world.”