PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa declared on Thursday that South Africa’s newly formed Government of National Unity (GNU) will focus on fostering inclusive growth, creating jobs, and reducing poverty. Speaking at the opening of the Seventh Parliament in Cape Town, Ramaphosa emphasised the centrality of inclusive economic growth to the GNU’s agenda. ‘We have decided to place … Read more
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday condemned the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, calling on American leaders to reject violence and seek peaceful resolutions. In a statement on social media platform X, Ramaphosa highlighted the dangers of political extremism and intolerance, labelling political violence as the antithesis of democracy. He wished … Read more
SOUTH Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa celebrated the formation of a broad coalition government as a ‘beginning of a new era’ during his swearing-in ceremony for a second full term on Wednesday. ‘The formation of a government of national unity is a moment of profound significance. It is the beginning of a new era,’ Ramaphosa, 71, … Read more
SOUTH Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa hailed “the beginning of a new era” on Wednesday as he was sworn in for a second full term as president after his weakened African National Congress (ANC) struck a hard-won government coalition deal to remain in power. Lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to re-elect the 71-year-old last week after a May 29 … Read more
SOUTH African President Cyril Ramaphosa was reelected by lawmakers for a second term on Friday, after his party struck a dramatic late coalition deal with a former political foe just hours before the vote. Ramaphosa, the leader of the African National Congress, won convincingly in Parliament against a surprise candidate who was also nominated … Read more
SOUTH Africa announced its final election results on Sunday, revealing that the African National Congress (ANC) secured just 159 seats out of 400 in the National Assembly. This marks the first time in 30 years that no party has won a majority, necessitating unprecedented coalition talks to govern Africa’s most advanced economy. ‘What this election … Read more
THE African National Congress (ANC) announced that President Cyril Ramaphosa will remain its presidential candidate and dismissed demands for his resignation during coalition negotiations. This comes after the ruling party garnered slightly over 40 percent in the May 29 elections, failing to secure a parliamentary majority for the first time. The main opposition, the Democratic … Read more
Sharing insights on overcoming market challenges and leveraging strategic partnerships for value and growth THE local channel is under more pressure than ever today, with an already highly competitive marketplace now in the throes of a price war as players race towards zero margin. So says Debbie Beech, Country Manager: SA and SADC at cybersecurity specialist, … Read more