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Cyril Ramaphosa
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- Born 17 November 1952
- Age 72
- Birth Place Soweto, South Africa
- Profession Politician, Businessman, Lawyer, Trade Unionist, Philanthropist, Activist
- Political Party African National Congress
- In Office 7th Deputy President Of South Africa 26 May 2014 - 15 February 2018, 9th Deputy President Of The African National Congress 18 December 2012 - 18 December 2017, 13th Secretary-General Of The African National Congress 7 July 1991 - December 1996, Member Of The National Assembly 9 May 1994 - December 1996, 18th Chairperson Of The African Union 10 February 2020 - 6 February 2021, 1st Chancellor Of The University Of Mpumalanga 2 April 2016 - 1 July 2021, 1st Secretary-General Of The National Union Of Mineworkers August 1982 - June 1991
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Cyril Ramaphosa BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 11 Feb 2025
Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa's Steady Hand Born 17 November 1952, Cyril Ramaphosa's journey from anti-apartheid activist to South Africa's president reflects a life deeply intertwined with the nation's history. His rise to prominence began as secretary-general of the National Union of Mineworkers, ...
Cyril Ramaphosa PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Tshivhase Samuel Ramaphosa |
| Mother | Nyamuofhe Erdmuth Ramaphosa |
| Spouse | Hope Ramaphosa (1978; 1989), Nomazizi Mtshotshisa (1991; 1993), Tshepo Motsepe (1996), |
| Children | 5 (estimated) |
| Education | University of the North, University of South Africa |
POSITIONS HELD BY Cyril Ramaphosa
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Member of the National Assembly of South Africa | 21 May 2014 - 15 February 2018 |
| President of South Africa | 15 February 2018 - Present |
| Deputy President of South Africa | 26 May 2014 - 15 February 2018 |
| Member of the National Assembly of South Africa | 22 May 2019 - 22 May 2019 |
| Chairperson of the African Union | 10 February 2020 - 6 February 2021 |
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA NEWS
Antony Blinken meets South Africa leader Cyril Ramaphosa, heads to Congo
August 09, 2022 6:04 pm
The cordial meeting did not mask the differences between the U.S. and South Africa over Russia's war in Ukraine.
‘I will not get intimidated', says South African President Ramaphosa as Opposition calls for impeachment
July 16, 2022 12:42 pm
On Thursday, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) said during a media briefing that it was planning to approach other parties as well as the ANC to support its motion of no-confidence against Ramaphosa.
Explained: Who are the Khoisans protesting near the South African president's office for three years?
January 14, 2022 9:19 am
The Khoisans have been protesting near the president’s office for the past three years for recognition of the community and their language among other things.
South Africa: Jacob Zuma, Gupta brothers embezzled public money to enrich now defunct media house, says report
January 05, 2022 1:02 pm
🔴 The report said the Guptas wielded great influence over Jacob Zuma, as they set about looting billions from state enterprises before fleeing South Africa.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa contracts Covid-19 as infections reach record high
December 13, 2021 10:01 am
🔴 Ramaphosa was expected to be briefed by the Corona Command Council later this week amid the exponentially soaring infections in a fourth wave across the country which largely being driven by the Omicron variant.
South Africa President sends senior leaders to check ethnic tensions against Indians
July 17, 2021 5:27 pm
Tensions between the two communities in the township of Phoenix and surrounding areas were sparked by social media posts following the violence over the arrest of former President Jacob Zuma on July 7.
South Africa violence spreads to Johannesburg in wake of Zuma jailing
July 12, 2021 9:34 am
President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday there was no justification for violence and that it was damaging efforts to rebuild the economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
India part of S Africa's plan to attract skilled persons, boost tourism: President Ramaphosa
February 12, 2021 7:04 am
Over 150 Indian companies with a presence in South Africa have already been contributing in skill development in a wide range of areas. Among the leaders in the area of skill transfer have been the Tata Group and automotive manufacturer Mahindra.
WHO team to assist South Africa in reinforcing COVID-19 response
August 16, 2020 11:15 am
South Africa, at present, has the world's fifth largest virus caseload with over 5,79,000 confirmed cases and has reported more than 11,000 deaths, according to the tally by the Johns Hopkins University.
Curfew, alcohol ban as S Africa extends national state of disaster amid rampant COVID-19 infections
July 13, 2020 10:16 am
An average of 12,000 cases were now being reported daily, the president said, as he lamented the disregard which many citizens were showing for the preventive measures of wearing masks and maintaining social distancing.
