July 25, 2012 -- President Jacob Zuma of South Africa arrived in Seychelles early this morning for an important meeting with the rival political leaders of Madagascar.

President Zuma, the chairman of SADC, was met at the airport by President James Michel who is hosting current leader Andriy Rajaelina and former President Marc Ravalomanana on the resort island of Desroches.

The South African and Seychellois presidents flew to Desroches for the conclusion of SADC and Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) efforts to resolve the political issues of Madagascar.