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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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Jacob Zuma addresses supporters

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

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
A man smiles as he waves a South African flag

South Africa faces decisive 2024 election

South Africa faces decisive 2024 election

Thirty years since the first post-apartheid election, voters are fed up and the ANC could lose its majority.
PoliticsMarch 1, 2024
Protesters hold posters reading 'safe abortions save lives'

Young South Africans fight for their democracy

Young South Africans fight for their democracy

Young South Africans have the potential to transform the political landscape. But will they?
PoliticsFebruary 20, 202405:17 min
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Can Southern African forces bring peace to the DRC?

Can Southern African forces bring peace to the DRC?

After several attempts to restore stability, the Democratic Republic of Congo is getting new peacekeepers on the ground.
SocietyJanuary 17, 202403:11 min
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Why is South Africa taking Israel to court for genocide?

Why is South Africa taking Israel to court for genocide?

Why is South Africa expressing such staunch criticism of Israel? Could historical echos of apartheid be at play?
PoliticsJanuary 10, 202402:01 min
The towers of the coal-fired Kelvin Power Station are seen in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni in South Africa

South Africa prepares to navigate a coal-free future

South Africa prepares to navigate a coal-free future

The country's transition plan will cost billions and put jobs at risk. But is there a light at the end of the tunnel?
PoliticsDecember 11, 2023
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In the spotlight

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