Parliament

2024 - 6 - 14

South Africa's Parliament Buzzing with Election Fever: Livestream, Coalition Talks, and Unprecedented Unity

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Exciting updates from the 7th Parliament sitting as South Africa gears up for an epic presidential election!

South Africa's 7th Parliament is abuzz with excitement as lawmakers convene to elect their next President. The first sitting, streamed live, promises intense drama as Chief Justice Raymond Zondo presides over the pivotal event. Amidst uncertainty, there are talks of an unprecedented coalition government, shaking up the political landscape.

Lawmakers are gearing up for a historic moment as they prepare to re-elect President Cyril Ramaphosa, potentially forming a groundbreaking coalition government. The vote for the country's leader is no longer a mere formality, adding a thrilling edge to the proceedings.

For the first time in 30 years, South African lawmakers will engage in a significant presidential election, injecting a sense of anticipation and unpredictability into the political arena. With the public eagerly watching, the outcome of this election is poised to shape the country's future in unforeseen ways.

The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) stands ready to host the momentous event, ensuring that the inaugural sittings of the National Assembly and the NCOP go smoothly. As the nation awaits the new President-elect, the air is filled with a sense of unity and transformation, signaling a new era for South Africa's political landscape.

*Interesting Facts:* - The last time a South African President was elected in such a manner was 30 years ago, making this event truly historic. - The formation of a government of national unity (GNU) hints at a potential shift in the traditional political dynamics, paving the way for a new era of collaboration and inclusivity in governance.

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LIVESTREAM | First sitting of the 7th Parliament (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - The National Assembly convenes on Friday to elect a Speaker and crucially our next President. Chief Justice Raymond Zondo will preside over ...

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South Africa's Parliament choosing president amidst uncertainty (Aljazeera.com)

Lawmakers meeting on Friday are expected to re-elect President Cyril Ramaphosa to form an unprecedented coalition government after his ruling African National ...

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South Africa's Parliament is choosing a president in a vote with ... (The Associated Press)

For the first time in 30 years, South African lawmakers will elect a president on Friday with the outcome not a mere formality.

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South Africa parliament convenes as talks on who will govern go ... (Reuters)

South Africa's newly elected parliament convened on Friday to choose the country's next president with the public still in the dark about which parties will ...

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WATCH LIVE: First sitting of parliament โ€” get to know the GNU (Business Day)

SA's new president-elect is set to be chosen in a momentous new government of national unity (GNU) after an intense week of multiparty coalition talks ...

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Where you can watch the first sitting of Parliament today - Hypertext (htxt.africa)

The first sitting of the 7th Parliament of South Africa will take place today 14th June 2024. It will see the election of the President of South Africa, ...

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Parliament ready for the first sittings of National Assembly (Independent Online)

The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) has been designated for the inaugural sittings of the National Assembly and the NCOP to ensure they ...

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New Members of Parliament sworn in (South African Government News Agency)

Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has urged newly sworn-in Members of Parliament to reflect on past mistakes and commit to improving democracy in South Africa.

South Africa Parliament convenes as talks on who will govern go ... (Polity.org)

President Cyril Ramaphosa, the ANC leader, is likely to win a new term in office as the party has the largest number of seats, but he may have to make ...

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Ramaphosa, Malema, Others Sworn In MPs During South Africa's ... (Arise News)

ANC President Ramaphosa was among the first to be sworn in as South Africa's 7th Parliament began its inaugural session. The first sitting of South Africa's ...

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