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President Cyril Ramaphosa makes his mark in Hyde Park

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and First Lady Dr Tshepo Motsepe cast their ballots at Hyde Park High School, urging citizens to take to the polls and help shape the future of local government.

South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has cast his ballot and made his mark at Hyde Park High School on November 4.

Ramaphosa who was in high spirits was joined by his wife Dr Tshepo Motsepe to make their mark in the district they live in.

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Speaking to the media, Ramaphosa said it was encouraging to see a lot more parties who wanted to represent people in our society.

President Cyril Ramaphosa embraces residents after casting his vote. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

“There will be new councillors who will be in office and I am confident that from all parties there will be more commitment in serving our people. In a few days time we will be inaugurating new councils and after, we will enter a new chapter of our democracy, better governance, delivery.”

He encouraged citizens who have not yet voted to go out in their numbers and carry out their citizenry at the polls to determine the future of the country and municipalities.

Ramaphosa said the day was historical due to the many parties that were on the ballot showing interest in representing the people of the country.


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Asanda Matlhare

Asanda is a Rosebank Killarney Gazette multimedia Journalist. She covers community-related affairs. Asanda was previously an intern at The Star and The Citizen Newspaper

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