South Africa: President Ramaphosa Defends ANC's Progress Amidst Challenges
In his nearly two-hour State of the Nation address to Parliament, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa sought to reassure the nation that his ruling African National Congress (ANC) party is actively addressing the country's pressing issues. With elections on the horizon, Ramaphosa defended his first term in office and the ANC's 30-year governance amidst a backdrop of growing criticism and polls that suggest a potential loss of majority for the party.
