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South African leader keeps calm in the face of an ‘ambush’ by Donald Trump about false ‘white genocide’ claims.

Securing South Africa's trade ties with the United States will be a key aim of President Cyril Ramaphosa, who Monday began a Washington visit that will feature a meeting with Donald Trump, Ramaphosa's office said.

National unity government formed following weeks of deadlock.

ANC-DA deadlock over cabinet positions prompted fears that government of national unity may have ended before it begins.

Renaldo Gouws suspended days after white-led party joined coalition government with ANC

As the new government includes parties neutral about Israel’s war on Gaza, ANC insists it will still support Palestine.

Leader gets second term after winning vote just hours after ANC and Democratic Alliance agreed coalition deal

As South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urges unity and open dialogue about the upcoming coalition, former President Jacob Zuma boycotted the results ceremony. Despite finishing third, Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has refused to acknowledge the results. However, the party may still hold significant influence over the country's future.

After South Africa’s 29 May election, the African National Congress has lost the electoral majority it held for 30 years, but remains the party with the highest number of seats in parliament. This makes it a key partner in the formation of a coalition government.