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South Africa's ANC Loses Majority for First Time, Ramaphosa Calls for Unity

Jun 3, 2024, 12:30 AM

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on political parties to work together for the good of the country following the recent election results. The African National Congress (ANC) has lost its parliamentary majority for the first time since Nelson Mandela led it to power in 1994. Ramaphosa emphasized the need for political parties to find common ground and overcome their differences to meet the needs of the people. He described the election result as a victory for democracy, acknowledging that the people have spoken. Early results suggested an election deadlock.