BRIEF-Cipla Medpro SAfrica says CEO Smith quits, to launch legal action

JOHANNESBURG, Oct 8 (Reuters) - Cipla Medpro South Africa Ltd :

* Says CEO cancelled employment contract with immediate effect

* Says CEO would institute legal action to claim damages

* Says johan du preez will continue to act as CEO

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