Jun 19, 2024, 6:06 PM
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Ceremony in Pretoria as Ramaphosa begins 2nd presidential term with coalition support

Highlights
  • Cyril Ramaphosa sworn in for a second term as South Africa's president in Pretoria.
  • The ceremony marked the beginning of his new term with coalition parties offering their support.
  • Ramaphosa's presidency continues in the administrative capital amid political developments.
Story

Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in for a second term as South Africa's president in a ceremony in Pretoria after his reelection with the help of a coalition of parties. He is now set to appoint a Cabinet in a new coalition government as his party lost its parliamentary majority. Ramaphosa emphasized the need to work together to address the country's challenges and create new opportunities for the people. The new government faces the task of addressing inequality, unemployment, and providing basic services. Despite challenges, major parties have joined the coalition, while others have refused to participate.

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