Johannesburg, Jan 27 (TIWN) South Africa on Wednesday have called up off-spinner Simon Harmer for the two-match Tests tour of New Zealand.

The 32-year-old Harmer made the last of his five Test appearances against India at Nagpur in November 2015 and will be joined by pacer Lutho Sipamla in the squad of 17 that departs for New Zealand on February 2.  Harmer returns as left-arm spin all-rounder George Linde is not available to take part in the tour due to his wedding. Prenelan Subrayen is also not available for selection, due to a groin injury and is making good progress in rehabilitation.  "The inclusions of Simon (Harmer) and Lutho (Sipamla) reaffirm our intentions as a Panel, to reward excellence on the field and the pair have let their work speak on their behalf this past season," said Victor Mpitsang, CSA Convenor of Selectors.