Faizel Patel, Radio Islam News – 07-02-2018
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says he and President Jacob Zuma have begun direct discussions on the transition and matters relating to his position as the President South Africa.
In a statement Ramaphosa says there has been a lot of speculation and anxiety about the position of Zuma as the head of state and government of the country.
Ramaphosa has clarified some of the discussions between him and Zuma.
“The discussions were constructive and lay the basis for a speedy resolution of the matter in the interests of the country and its people. On the basis of the progress made, it was agreed to postpone a special meeting of the ANC National Executive Committee that had been scheduled for later today. This will enable President Zuma and myself to conclude our discussions and report back to our organisation and the country in the coming days.”
Ramaphosa says he is aware of the uncertainty surrounding the position of the Head of State and Government is a cause for concern among many South Africans.
“We will be able to communicate further on President Zuma’s position as President of the Republic once we have finalised all pertinent matters”
Ramaphosa says both he and Zuma are aware that South Africans want and deserve closure and that the constructive process they have embarked on offers an opportunity to conclude this matter without discord or division.
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