Parallel executives make for difficult diplomatic relations

By Opinion | Published Mar 12, 2023

OPINION: In 2017, Cyril Ramaphosa was the dream candidate of the EU. He simply could do no wrong. Ramaphosa, now approaching the end of his first term in office, appeared on March 6 on the national broadcaster’s cameras late, worn out and hesitant. He announced ministerial portfolio rotations and added four new ‘ministers in the Presidency’ to a large presidential team of about 50.