South Africa's President Ramaphosa forms a government of national unity, including opposition figures like John Steenhuisen, after ANC loses parliamentary majority.

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa formed a government of national unity, appointing opposition politicians including former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture, following the African National Congress (ANC) losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in three decades. The new cabinet, consisting of 32 ministerial positions, aims to address issues such as state inefficiency, power shortages, and high unemployment. The inclusion of opposition parties is expected to boost investor confidence and improve prospects for economic reforms.

June 30, 2024
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