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Put people first: Ramaphosa urges new local leaders to get straight to ...
Put people first: Ramaphosa urges new local leaders to get straight to work: President urges councillors to prove themselves worthy of public trust
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Key FactsRamaphosa urges newly elected councillors to get to work
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • The 2026 election saw fewer single-party majorities and more municipalities requiring multiparty coalitions.

  • Ramaphosa urged parties to cooperate in good faith on electing office-bearers so councils can be formed and begin their work.

  • According to Ramaphosa, elected councillors should prioritize residents’ needs and service delivery and prove worthy of public trust.

  • The IEC announced the final results on Sunday; more than 15 million South Africans had voted the previous week.
  • Through this election, the South African people are demanding those entrusted with public service fulfil their responsibilities. Those who have been elected to councils now need to prove themselves worthy of the trust placed in them.
    — President Cyril Ramaphosa in his weekly newsletter following the 2026 local government elections.
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South Africa's ANC Hit by Worst-Ever Performance in Local Elections: The African National Congress, the party of late Nobel Prize winner Nelson Mandela ...
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South Africa says US midterm results usher in new era
South Africa says US midterm results usher in new era: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on ​Wednesday that the results from midterm elections in the ...
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Key FactsRamaphosa expects new era in world relations after US midterms
Nov 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Ramaphosa spoke after voting in South Africa’s municipal elections, which were taking place on Wednesday.

  • Ramaphosa called the suspension of South Africa from the U.S. AGOA trade initiative, announced Monday and starting in January, negative and favored negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement.

  • This week, the Trump administration moved to end South Africa’s duty-free access to the U.S. market.

  • Ramaphosa said trade relations with the United States continued while South Africa worked to secure new export markets and diversify.
  • “Whilst we are sad that we've been removed from AGOA, our trade relations with the United States continue.”— South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, speaking about the country's removal from the U.S. AGOA trade initiative and its continuing trade relations with the United States.
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Key FactsCourt Rules Against King Misuzulu's Coronation
Dec 12, 2023 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • King Misuzulu kaZwelithini visits KwaKhangela Royal Palace for Umkhosi Wesivivane.

  • Pretoria high court declares President Ramaphosa's recognition of King Misuzulu's coronation unlawful.

  • Royal family takes case to court to determine rightful heir.

  • Court to investigate allegations of improper identification process for Misuzulu.
South Africa's rugby team begin World Cup victory tour
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POLL | Was Ramaphosa campaigning or offering justified reflection?
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ANC remains committed to reform and development, says Ramaphosa
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Key FactsANC's Commitment to Reform and Development, According to Ramaphosa
Sep 2, 2023 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • President Cyril Ramaphosa highlights ANC's positive achievements.

  • Ramaphosa reaffirms commitment to fighting corruption and addressing state capture.

  • He emphasizes the importance of following proper processes.

  • Ramaphosa comments on the tragic fire incident in Johannesburg and calls for government action.
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Working to prevent state capture now and into the future: The State Capture Commission made 205 recommendations on the criminal investigation and possible ...
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