#FirstThingsFirst - Cracks in GNU deepen: DA blasts Ramaphosa for calling Russia an ‘ally’ at BRICS Summit

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As President Cyril Ramaphosa and BRICS leaders meet in Russia to boost economic development in the Global South, the Democratic Alliance (DA), a key player in the Government of National Unity (GNU), has lashed out. In a statement on Wednesday, DA leader John Steenhuisen condemned Ramaphosa for referring to Russia as “a valuable ally and friend” during an engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The team reflected on this DA stance, with listeners sharing their opinions.
23 Oct 2024 11PM English South Africa Entertainment News

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