🚨 “I WILL NOT BE PRESSURED TO DEMOTE JOHN STEENHUISEN” — RAMAPHOSA BREAKS HIS SILENCE AS CABINET RESHUFFLE DEMANDS SPARK A MAJOR POLITICAL STANDOFF INSIDE SOUTH AFRICA’S GOVERNMENT OF NATIONAL UNITY 🔥🇿🇦
President Cyril Ramaphosa has pushed back against growing calls for changes within his Cabinet, making it clear that the power to appoint or remove ministers rests solely with the President.
Responding to questions about proposals for a Cabinet reshuffle and the future of Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen in government, Ramaphosa reportedly said: “Only the President can appoint ministers. Finish and klaar.”
The President confirmed that he had received correspondence relating to the matter but indicated that he would take his time before making any decisions.
His remarks come amid increasing political debate over the composition of the Government of National Unity (GNU), with some parties and commentators calling for changes to key ministerial positions.
Ramaphosa’s response is likely to fuel further discussion about the balance of power within the coalition government and the future role of John Steenhuisen in Cabinet.
đź’¬ Do you agree with Ramaphosa that the President alone should decide who serves in Cabinet, or should coalition partners have a greater say?