It has become a bitter contest between two of South Africa's most senior public figures.
Archbishop Tutu says President Mbeki has labelled him a liar and a charlatan.
In a written statement, Archbishop Tutu said he would pray for the African National Congress (ANC) Government, just has he did for the apartheid Government.
The dispute began a week ago when Archbishop Tutu gave a speech and criticised the ANC's black empowerment programs, which he said benefited a small recycled elite.
President Mbeki retaliated with a strongly worded response in a weekly newsletter.
He urged Archbishop Tutu to show respect for the truth.
By Just Us 30 November 04
