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Cyril Ramaphosa

Cyril Ramaphosa became South Africa's president in 2018, following the resignation of the scandal-ridden Jacob Zuma. He currently stands at the helm of the ruling African National Congress party, the ANC.

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Cyril Ramaphosa in a dark striped suit in front of a microphone

Why is South Africa's new government arguing about Ukraine?

Why is South Africa's new government arguing about Ukraine?

South Africa's new unity government is arguing about visa-free travel for Ukrainian diplomats.
PoliticsOctober 31, 2024
Young job seekers waiting at a road junction, leaning against a wall

South Africa's unity government — are voters happy?

South Africa's unity government — are voters happy?

After 100 days, the new government has given South Africans some hope, yet many fear there is no long-term strategy.
PoliticsOctober 8, 2024
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AfricaLink News September 13, 2024

AfricaLink News September 13, 2024

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SocietySeptember 13, 202403:13 min
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What's next for EFF after Floyd Shivambu's defection?

What's next for EFF after Floyd Shivambu's defection?

Floyd Shivambu's defection to Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is seen as a significant blow to Julius Malema.
PoliticsAugust 23, 202402:52 min
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa shakes hands with Democratic Alliance (DA) leader, John Steenhuisen inside South Africa's parliament building.

South Africa's new unity cabinet explained

South Africa's new unity cabinet explained

President Cyril Ramaphosa has named his cabinet after the ANC formed a national unity government with 10 other parties
PoliticsJuly 1, 2024
President Cyril Ramaphosa, wearing a black suit, raises his hand to be sworn into the National Assembly.

South Africa unity government: A new political era dawns

South Africa unity government: A new political era dawns

Analysts see the new unity government comprising the ANC and the opposition DA as a chance to stabilize the country.
PoliticsJune 14, 2024
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Jacob Zuma addresses supporters

South Africa: Zuma's MK party surges amid ANC struggles

Will South Africa's ex-president Jacob Zuma run for president on behalf of a new political organization?
PoliticsApril 12, 2024
Vladimir Putin and Cyril Ramaphosa sitting next to each other

Where do Russia's ties with Africa stand?

Russia is doubling down on its efforts to strengthen ties with countries in Africa.
PoliticsJuly 25, 2023
Vladimir Putin and Cyril Ramaphosa in conversation

South Africa dodges a bullet with Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin is subject to an arrest warrant issued by the ICC for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
Law and JusticeJuly 21, 2023
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