President Cyril Ramaphosa Archives

President Cyril Ramaphosa hopes to increase ties in the business sphere with China

Early reports have noted that President Cyril Ramaphosa hopes to increase ties in the business sphere with China, as the country is keen to expand its business operations in South Africa. He was also joined by a high-level business delegation. According to recent reports, Japan is one of South Africa's major economic partners, with sizeable investments in the economy totaling more than R90 billion. Speaking to VOC News, international relations […]

26 August 2025

Local

President Ramaphosa Dismisses Higher Education Minister Amid SETA Appointment Scandal

President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed Minister of Higher Education and Training, Nobuhle Nkabane, amid growing controversy over her handling of appointments within the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA). Nkabane’s removal follows months of public and parliamentary scrutiny regarding the appointment of 21 SETA board chairpersons. In June, the former minister told Parliament that she had acted on the advice of an independent advisory group, which she claimed included Advocate […]

22 July 2025

Local

Ramaphosa: Government of National Unity to Prioritise Economic Reform and Service Delivery

President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the Government of National Unity (GNU) will prioritise economic reform, tackle crime, and strengthen the state’s ability to deliver quality services. Speaking during the Presidency budget vote in Parliament, Ramaphosa emphasised that all departments must work collaboratively to stimulate growth, reduce poverty, and improve service delivery. He said the GNU’s goal is to restore public trust and deliver tangible change, with the National Dialogue serving […]

17 July 2025

Cape Town

Political economist: “Trump’s liberation day tariffs are arbitrary numbers that each country would need to pay as tariffs to access the U.S. market”

Early reports indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump sent a letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa on Truth Social. In the letter, Trump informed Ramaphosa that South Africa will face a 30% tariff on all products exported to the U.S. starting August 1, 2025, unless a new trade deal is negotiated by that date. Speaking on VOCs, political economist Khaya Sithole said the move signifies "chaos" for South Africa. "Trump announced […]

9 July 2025

Cape Town

U.S. President Donald Trump Revises its Travel Advisory Plan, Warning its Citizens Traveling to South Africa

By Kouthar Sambo Following the level two travel advisory issued on 27 May 2025, which urged U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution when visiting South Africa, the U.S. government has since updated its travel advisory. The revision comes shortly after President Cyril Ramaphosa's meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House—sparking concerns that the advisory could negatively impact South Africa. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, international […]

11 June 2025

Cape Town

US President Donald Trump reiterates his claim that a “genocide” is being committed against the Afrikaner people in South Africa

By Kouthar Sambo Following the South African delegation’s visit to the White House in Washington on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, United States (US) President Donald Trump reiterated his claim—made in the presence of President Cyril Ramaphosa—that a "genocide" is being committed against the Afrikaner people in South Africa. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, international relations analyst Dr. Oscar van Heerden said the White House, the most powerful office in […]

23 May 2025

Local

Expectations are high for President Ramaphosa’s meeting with Trump

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed optimism ahead of his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday. Ramaphosa said he hopes the meeting will bear fruit, emphasising that it presents an opportunity to reset relations. The President visited the South African Embassy in Washington on Tuesday, where he received a strategic briefing from his ministers. Ramaphosa stated that a stronger and mutually beneficial trade relationship with the United States is […]

21 May 2025

Featured

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes the national policing summit held in Kempton Park

By Kouthar Sambo President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday welcomed the national policing summit held in Kempton Park, acknowledging that despite increased budgets, the police service continues to face serious resource constraints. He expressed support for technology-driven initiatives aimed at addressing these shortfalls. One such initiative includes the digitisation of the docket management system, developed in collaboration with the private sector. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, crime expert Chad Thomas […]

10 April 2025

Local

Ramaphosa chairs Presidential Coordinating Council to address local government challenges

President Cyril Ramaphosa convened the Presidential Coordinating Council (PCC) meeting at Tuynhuys, Cape Town, on Friday to review local government performance and approve key reforms aimed at improving service delivery and infrastructure. The PCC serves as a vital platform for consultation between the President, provincial leaders, and organized local government. It focuses on addressing national priorities, ensuring policy alignment, and enhancing governance effectiveness through a coordinated approach across different levels […]

14 March 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa

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