Also known as: president Cyril Ramaphosa · President Ramaphosa · South African president Cyril Ramaphosa · current President Cyril Ramaphosa · CR17 · weak-kneed South African president Cyril Ramaphosa · deputy president Cyril Ramaphosa · acting president Cyril Ramaphosa · Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa
President of South Africa facing impeachment proceedings over Phala Phala farm theft allegations.
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New Era
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced troops deployment to Western Cape and Gauteng in national address
“President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the deployment in a national address last week, saying troops would be sent to the Western Cape, home to tourist magnet Cape Town, and Gauteng, which includes the financial hub Johannesburg.”
SA to deploy troops to crime hotspotsNew Era
Ramaphosa said organised crime is most immediate threat to democracy, society and economic development
“"Organised crime is now the most immediate threat to our democracy, our society and our economic development," Ramaphosa said.”
SA to deploy troops to crime hotspotsNew Era
President Cyril Ramaphosa must receive credentials from Bozell before he officially takes up his post
“The ambassador-designate still needs to present his credentials to president Cyril Ramaphosa before officially taking up his post.”
Trump’s new envoy arrives in SA with relations frayedThe Namibian
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the withdrawal of South African troops from the Monusco peacekeeping force in Democratic Republic of the Congo
“President Cyril Ramaphosa, on Sunday, 8 February, announced the withdrawal of South African troops from the Monusco peacekeeping force in Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).”
Ramaphosa’s decision to deploy the SANDF is deeply flawed. Here’s whyThe Namibian
Ramaphosa announced that the SA National Defence Force would be deployed to assist the SA Police Service in countering gangsterism on the Cape Flats and illegal mining in Gauteng
“Then on Thursday evening, during his State of the Nation Address (Sona), Ramaphosa announced that the SA National Defence Force (SANDF) would be deployed to assist the SA Police Service (SAPS), yet again, in countering gangsterism on the Cape Flats and illegal mining in Gauteng, but without any clarity on the deployment and when, or if, it will end.”
Ramaphosa’s decision to deploy the SANDF is deeply flawed. Here’s whyThe Namibian
Ramaphosa called for strong partnership for Africa through G20 Compact with Africa
“Nandi-Ndaitwah said the approach taken by Ramaphosa – calling for a strong partnership for Africa through the G20 Compact with Africa and strengthening the finance track's focus on the continent – is a commendable initiative with which Namibia fully aligns.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah urges G20 to prioritise development funding and debt relief for AfricaThe Namibian
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he will deploy the army to help police fight criminal gangs and illegal mining
“South African president Cyril Ramaphosa said he will deploy the army to help the police fight criminal gangs and illegal mining in the country.”
South Africa to deploy army to tackle crime gangsThe Namibian
Ramaphosa announced additional measures to combat crime, including recruiting 5,500 police officers
“Beyond the military deployment, Ramaphosa announced additional measures to combat crime, including recruiting 5 500 police officers, strengthening intelligence, and targeting crime syndicates.”
South Africa to deploy army to tackle crime gangsThe Namibian
Cyril Ramaphosa delivered 2026 State of the Nation Address with political balancing act
“Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address (Sona) was many things: long, densely packed, administratively ambitious.”
A Sona for (almost) all — Ramaphosa’s masterclass in political crowd-pleasingThe Namibian
Ramaphosa announced deployment of South African National Defence Force to Cape Flats and Gauteng
“If your political appetite is whetted by the sight of soldiers on city streets, Ramaphosa had you at "deploying the South African National Defence Force".”
A Sona for (almost) all — Ramaphosa’s masterclass in political crowd-pleasingMakashule Gana, a Rise Mzansi MP, has been elected chairperson of Parliament's Section 89 impeachment committee, which will decide President Cyril Ramaphosa's future. The committee includes prominent MPs from multiple parties, including EFF leader Julius Malema, DA representatives, MK leader John Hlophe, BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane, and ActionSA's Lerato Ngobeni.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Makashule Gana, a Rise Mzansi MP, has been elected chairperson of Parliament's Section 89 impeachment committee, which will decide President Cyril Ramaphosa's future. The committee includes prominent MPs from multiple parties, including EFF leader Julius Malema, DA representatives, MK leader John Hlophe, BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane, and ActionSA's Lerato Ngobeni.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
ANC veteran Tokyo Sexwale has disputed President Cyril Ramaphosa's explanation of US dollars stolen from his Phala Phala farm, calling it a "cock-and-bull story" and demanding Ramaphosa appear before the impeachment committee. Ramaphosa has said the cash was proceeds from cattle and game sales to a Sudanese businessman and was left at the farm to secure future purchases before being stolen.
24 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Environment, Forestry and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel told Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban that the country's tourism contribution is rooted in sustainability, policy alignment, innovation and market positioning, and called for African nations to work together to strengthen storytelling around the continent's tourism offerings.
14 May 2026 · Informanté →
Ghana's foreign minister announced the country will evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa following recent protests against foreign nationals and reported xenophobic attacks. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described the "protests and criminal acts directed at foreign nationals" as isolated acts of criminality, saying his government would regulate migration and enforce its laws.
14 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is showcasing its tourism potential and airport infrastructure development at Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban, South Africa, with the Namibia Airports Company Limited and tourism operators participating to strengthen the country's position as a key tourism and trade destination on the continent.
13 May 2026 · Informanté →
An analysis of South Africa's Constitutional Court judgment on the Phala Phala matter argues that demands for President Ramaphosa's resignation are premature, as impeachment requires careful legal scrutiny and can only proceed on grounds of serious constitutional violation or misconduct under Section 89 of the Constitution.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he will not resign over the Phala Phala matter and instead will seek a legal review of Parliament's Section 89 panel report on the theft of US$580,000 from his farm. The review process could take up to a year and may run in parallel with an impeachment committee proceeding.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced he will pursue a judicial review of a Section 89 independent panel report that could lead to his impeachment over the Phala Phala saga. The Constitutional Court cleared the path for a public impeachment hearing into Ramaphosa's conduct on 8 May.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced he will not resign following a Constitutional Court judgment on the Section 89 impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala matter, stating the ruling does not compel his resignation and that he intends to challenge the independent panel's report through judicial review.
11 May 2026 · Informanté →
South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that the National Assembly's December 2022 vote declining to refer an independent panel's report on President Cyril Ramaphosa to an impeachment committee was unconstitutional and invalid, and has now referred the report directly to the impeachment committee. An analyst says the ANC's use of majoritarian tactics to shield Ramaphosa has left the party in crisis ahead of 2026 local elections.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A Constitutional Court ruling has forced Parliament to consider impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over allegations concerning US dollars stolen from his home. However, analysis suggests it is unlikely he will be removed from office, as a two-thirds majority of MPs would be required and the ANC's interests appear to align with his remaining in power.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Two high-ranking South African Police Service generals, Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa, have been arrested for alleged illegal dealing and unlawful possession of precious metals. They are among 15 senior police officers scheduled to appear in Gauteng courts this week.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's Constitutional Court ruled that parliament violated the constitution by blocking moves to impeach president Cyril Ramaphosa in 2022, following a legal challenge by Julius Malema's Economic Freedom Fighters and others. The ruling could result in fresh impeachment proceedings; Ramaphosa's office says he respects the judgement and reaffirms his commitment to the constitution and rule of law.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's Presidency says President Cyril Ramaphosa respects the Constitutional Court's judgment declaring Parliament's decision to reject the Section 89 Independent Panel Report into the Phala Phala scandal unconstitutional, reaffirming his commitment to the Constitution and the rule of law.
8 May 2026 · Informanté →
South Africa's Constitutional Court ruled that Parliament's December 2022 decision to reject an independent panel report on the Phala Phala scandal was unconstitutional, finding that Rule 129A, which allowed termination of impeachment proceedings at a preliminary stage, violated Section 89 of the constitution and undermined executive accountability. The matter has been referred back to Parliament's impeachment committee, reopening the possibility of impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
8 May 2026 · Informanté →
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with wealthy Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is wanted in South Africa for alleged money laundering, during a visit to Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's private farm. Ramaphosa's spokesperson said the president did not know in advance that Chivayo would be present at the informal meeting.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's Constitutional Court will deliver judgment on 8 May on an application by the EFF and ATM challenging Parliament's blocking of an impeachment inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala Phala scandal, involving the concealment of a farm theft of nearly $4 million in cash.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A R200-million cocaine consignment seized in June 2021 was stolen from a Hawks building in KwaZulu-Natal months later; Major General Hendrik Flynn testified to the Madlanga Commission that the sequence of events—including the building's lack of alarm system and security—was "by design" rather than coincidence.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nigeria is planning to repatriate its nationals in South Africa who wish to return home voluntarily, amid concerns over recent attacks on foreigners. Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu said 130 applicants had already registered, and Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to express concern about the violence and xenophobic incidents.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nigeria is planning to repatriate its nationals in South Africa willing to return home voluntarily, with 130 applicants already registered, as the foreign minister condemns recent attacks on foreigners and xenophobic rhetoric. Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting high commissioner and says it will convey its "profound concern" about incidents including marches by anti-immigrant groups and documented mistreatment of Nigerian citizens and businesses.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nigeria is planning to repatriate its nationals in South Africa willing to return home voluntarily, with 130 applicants already registered. Foreign minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu condemned recent violence against foreign nationals and xenophobic demonstrations, and Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting high commissioner to convey its concern that the incidents could affect bilateral relations.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Anti-migrant marches led by activists Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and Zandile Ndlovu are staging increasingly bold demonstrations across South African cities with little resistance from authorities. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the surge in threats and violence as South Africa faces pressure to intervene.
30 April 2026 · The Namibian →
President Cyril Ramaphosa must decide whether to suspend or place on leave National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, who faces criminal charges tied to a dubiously awarded police tender worth R360-million. The decision comes as SAPS fractures over rival claims of cartel infiltration and corruption among senior officers.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The ANC has given its members who also belong to the SACP a 10-day deadline to declare which party they will campaign for in local elections, after the SACP announced it would contest independently. The move highlights tensions within the historically intertwined alliance and poses practical complications for senior figures like SACP chairperson Blade Nzimande and ANC Chair Gwede Mantashe, both of whom hold ministerial positions.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a former apartheid-era negotiator and longtime friend of Ramaphosa, as ambassador to the United States. The appointment comes after the country's previous envoy, Ebrahim Rasool, was expelled last year following his criticism of President Trump, leaving the post vacant amid strained diplomatic relations.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters party, is set to be sentenced today in South Africa for firing an assault rifle at a rally in 2018, with the state seeking the maximum 15-year jail term. Hundreds of supporters gathered ahead of his sentencing in East London, as the case—brought by far-right group AfriForum—continues amid broader controversy over Malema's use of anti-apartheid slogans.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Geordin Hill-Lewis, 39, has become leader of South Africa's second-largest Democratic Alliance party, tasked with extending its support beyond its predominantly white and minority voter base to the black majority who make up about 80% of the population. Hill-Lewis has acknowledged a "trust deficit" and says winning the trust of more black South Africans will be his main focus, supported by a more diverse and younger senior leadership team than his predecessors.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A South African Police Service (SAPS) captain attached to the Protection and Security Services has been suspended for allegedly manipulating the police financial system to pocket millions of rands while falsely claiming the money was for transport expenses related to President Ramaphosa's protection detail. The investigation found the funds were not received by the close protectors but were withdrawn in lump sum cash amounts by the officer.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's military has been deployed to five provinces to help police combat gang violence and illicit mining. Security experts warn that military deployment rarely delivers lasting results without addressing root causes of crime, and residents express mixed views on whether soldiers will improve safety.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's Auditor-General has found that the Department of Defence cannot locate portions of its R68.95-billion military asset base, raising concerns about resource management as the country deploys 2,200 troops to crime-affected areas at an estimated cost of R823 million. The department has received recurring qualified audit opinions for nine years and overspent its budget by R2.51 billion in the 2024-25 fiscal year.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →