EDITORIAL | Ramaphosa’s broken Marikana promises will continue to haunt his career

A reconciliatory visit to Marikana from the president is long overdue and the right thing to do

14 August 2022 - 20:07

President Cyril Ramaphosa has attracted a number of scandals in his political career. In some circles he’s earned the unenviable moniker of “cupcake”, while in others he’s known for his strong committee creating abilities. In Limpopo, Ramaphosa is known for his Ankole farming pedigree. Amid the koppies of the Marikana, North West, Ramaphosa is whispered about as a man who has not kept his word...

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