JUSTICE MALALA | Why is Ramaphosa still sending Jonas to Washington?
Jonas will have to start every meeting by having to explain himself first. If you start every meeting with an apology then you are losing, writes Justice Malala
22 April 2025 - 04:30
I confess that I am astounded that Mcebisi Jonas, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s pick for the role of South Africa’s envoy to the US, has still not resigned. I am equally shocked that here we are, a week after the announcement, and the minister or director-general responsible for vetting senior appointees such as that of special envoy, has still not resigned in embarrassment or been fired. ..
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