South African President Cyril Ramaphosa Hopes to Win Second Term
President Ramaphosa Faces 70 Rivals in Upcoming Election
Key Facts About Ramaphosa and Opposition Leaders
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has staked his reputation on cleaning up the image of the ruling African National Congress (ANC), is still hopeful that he will be re-elected to a second term. The 69-year-old leader is facing challenges from 70 other parties in the upcoming elections, including the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Ramaphosa, a former businessman and trade union leader, was elected president in 2018 after his predecessor, Jacob Zuma, was forced to resign amid a corruption scandal. Ramaphosa has pledged to fight corruption and restore trust in the ANC, which has been in power since the end of apartheid in 1994.
However, Ramaphosa has faced criticism for his handling of the economy, which has been struggling in recent years. The country's unemployment rate is at 35%, and many people are struggling to make ends meet. Ramaphosa has also been criticized for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has had a devastating impact on South Africa.
Despite the challenges, Ramaphosa remains the frontrunner in the upcoming election. The ANC is still the most popular party in South Africa, and Ramaphosa is seen as a safe pair of hands. However, the outcome of the election is far from certain, and Ramaphosa could face an uphill battle to win a second term.
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