South Africa takes over G20 leadership from Brazil:
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Tourism is the key to rewriting the African narrative, says Ramaphosa: The president was addressing hospitality stakeholders from around the world at the Africa ...
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‘SA not xenophobic’: Magwenya urges African states to confront reasons why people leave
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Key FactsUnified Approach to Migration and Peace in Africa
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- President Ramaphosa and President Chapo seek enhanced coordination to address mass migration challenges across Africa.
- Both leaders reject claims of xenophobia in South Africa and emphasize constitutionally permissible peaceful protests.
- Protests targeting undocumented foreigners and businesses reflect a broader global issue tied to migration pressures.
- The presidents agree on the need for continent-wide efforts to resolve conflicts and governance problems driving migration.
The matter was discussed yesterday between President Chapo and President Ramaphosa and they both agreed that South Africa is not xenophobic. South Africans are not xenophobic.— Vincent Magwenya, Presidency spokesperson, explained that the matter was discussed yesterday between Presidents Chapo and Ramaphosa and they agreed that South Africa is not xenophobic.
‘Just a meeting, nothing else,’ says the presidency of Ramaphosa’s Zimbabwe visit
mg.co.za/article/2026-05-06-just-a-meeting-nothing-else-says-the-presidency-of-ramaphosas-zimbabwe-visit/
Key FactsRamaphosa’s Zimbabwe Visit Defended by Presidency
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
- The presidency clarified that Ramaphosa’s trip to Zimbabwe was a routine working visit held at the invitation of President Mnangagwa.
- Discussions covered a broad range of topics including trade, agriculture, and Southern African Development Community cooperation.
- Criticism from the Democratic Alliance about political timing and presence of certain individuals was dismissed as unfounded.
- Ramaphosa was unaware of the private meeting’s guest list, and law enforcement on related matters remains with appropriate agencies.
This visit takes place as the ruling Zanu-PF attempts to entrench its dictatorship in Zimbabwean law through the recently gazetted Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3, which would introduce far-reaching proposals to usher in extended and potentially limitless presidential terms.— Ryan Smith, Democratic Alliance international relations and cooperation MP, commenting on Zimbabwe’s Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 during Ramaphosa’s Zimbabwe visit.
Ramaphosa didn’t know he was meeting wealthy Zimbabwean wanted in SA — spokesperson
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-05-06-ramaphosa-didnt-know-he-was-meeting-wealthy-zimbabwean-wanted-in-sa-spokesperson/
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Key FactsRamaphosa’s Unplanned Meeting with Wanted Zimbabwean
5 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
- President Ramaphosa was unaware he would meet businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is wanted by South African authorities.
- The encounter occurred during an informal visit to Zimbabwean President Mnangagwa’s private farm.
- Ramaphosa supports ongoing investigations by South African law enforcement against Chivayo and urges fearless pursuit of justice.
- Discussions with African leaders also focused on addressing migration drivers and ensuring peaceful protests amid rising tensions.
The president will further encourage our law enforcement agencies to continue with pursuing the matters that are under investigation involving these individuals, and to do so with no fear or any form of hesitation.— Vincent Magwenya, Presidency spokesperson, at a press conference in Cape Town
eNCA May 06
South Africans are not xenophobic - Presidency: A series of anti-migrant protests in recent weeks across Africa's most industrialised country ...
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SA is not xenophobic, Ramaphosa tells African countries amid migration tensions: President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed claims that South Africa is xenophobic ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-05-06-sa-is-not-xenophobic-ramaphosa-tells-african-countries-amid-migration-tensions/
Key FactsRamaphosa Denies Xenophobia Amid Migration Protests
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Ramaphosa rejected accusations that South Africa is xenophobic, labeling such claims as superficial.
- Protests targeting undocumented foreign nationals have escalated and sometimes resulted in violence.
- South Africa and Mozambique agreed to strengthen cooperation to tackle root causes of migration across Africa.
- Law enforcement was urged to act firmly against violence on foreigners while ensuring peaceful demonstrations.
"The matter was discussed yesterday between President Chapo and President Ramaphosa, and they both agreed that, number one, South Africa is not xenophobic. South Africans are not xenophobic."— Vincent Magwenya, presidential spokesperson, speaking after a meeting between Presidents Chapo and Ramaphosa.
Ramaphosa’s future hangs in the balance, Tolashe’s continued SUV half-truths and the Woolies-Beyers Chocolates
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-05-08-ramaphosas-future-hangs-in-the-balance-tolashes-continued-suv-half-truths-and-the-woolies-beyers-chocolates-/
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sabcnews.com Mar 08
Ramaphosa to undertake state visit to Brazil - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events ...
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EWN Feb 15
Ramaphosa urges unity as AU summit tackles South Sudan peace process: President Ramaphosa has called on stakeholders to prioritise urgent interventions to foster ...
ewn.co.za/2026/02/15/ramaphosa-urges-unity-as-au-summit-tackles-south-sudan-peace-process
Key FactsRamaphosa Calls for Peace and Stability in Africa
Feb 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- President Ramaphosa addressed the 39th African Union Assembly on the continent’s peace and security situation.
- South Africa welcomed the AU Peace and Security Council’s report but expressed worry over rising conflicts in several countries.
- He stressed the importance of swift political transitions in nations suspended for unconstitutional government changes to avoid renewed unrest.
- South Africa, acting as Regional Oversight Mechanism, committed to collaborating with partners to achieve lasting peace in volatile areas like the DRC.
South Africa welcomes the African Union’s Peace and Security Council report.— President Cyril Ramaphosa stated this during the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa, where he presented his views on peace and security across the continent.
Ramaphosa calls for inclusive growth, global solidarity to build resilient future
news24.com/politics/ramaphosa-calls-for-inclusive-growth-global-solidarity-to-build-resilient-future-20251123-0583
Groups blast lack of progress on debt issues during South Africa’s G20 presidency
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-10-14-groups-blast-lack-of-progress-on-debt-issues-during-south-africas-g20-presidency/
Cyril Ramaphosa's pivotal meeting with Donald Trump: A chance to reset US-SA relations
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-05-15-cyril-ramaphosas-pivotal-meeting-with-donald-trump-a-chance-to-reset-us-sa-relations/
President Ramaphosa in Côte d’Ivoire for Africa CEO Forum and bilateral engagements
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-05-12-president-ramaphosa-in-cte-divoire-for-africa-ceo-forum-and-bilateral-engagements/
Mozambique's new president vows 'unity' as sworn in amid deadly protests
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Yeni Şafak Dec 02 24
South Africa officially assumes G20 presidency: Pretoria says it will work to tackle inequality, also bring development priorities of African continent ...
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South Africa: Brazil Officially Hands Over G20 Presidency to South Africa: Brazil has officially transferred the historic Group of 20 (G20) Presidency to South ...
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South Africa to promote Africa, Global South interests during G20 presidency, says Ramaphosa
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/politics/2024-10-17-south-africa-to-promote-africa-global-south-interests-during-g20-presidency-says-ramaphosa/
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