One year one, pandemic politics still clear as mud, bur Ramaphosa's hand stronger: Analyst

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As South Africa marks one year since the first Coronavirus case in the country, the political landscape continues to feel the impact of the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Political analyst, Theo Venter says while the subsequent lockdowns meant many political activities were disrupted, President Cyril Ramaphosa seems to have come through the tumultuous in a better position as leader of the African Naitoanl COngr3ess (ANC).
5 Mar 2021 1AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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