South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa inaugurated for second presidential term
- Cyril Ramaphosa has been sworn in for his second term as the President of South Africa.
- This marks a new era as the ANC leader is forming a unity government with coalition partners.
- It is the first time the ANC shares power since Nelson Mandela's presidency post-apartheid.
Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in for a second term as South Africa’s president, leading a broad coalition government after the ANC lost its majority for the first time in 30 years. The new government includes the ANC, the Democratic Alliance, and other parties, marking a new era in the country's history. Ramaphosa faces the challenge of appointing a cabinet amidst ideological divisions and concerns over policies like the National Health Insurance bill. The alliance also includes the Inkatha Freedom Party, the Patriotic Alliance, and the GOOD party. Consultations for the new government's makeup are ongoing to avoid prolonged uncertainty. The inauguration was attended by several heads of state, signaling international interest in South Africa's new leadership.