Cyril Ramaphosa’s birthday marred by calls for him to resign; ANC vows he will complete his term

President Cyril Ramaphosa celebrated his birthday this week, but the occasion was overshadowed by growing calls from opposition parties and some political analysts for him to step down. The pressure follows a series of controversies that have plagued his administration, leading to renewed speculation about his political future.

The President remains committed to the mandate given to him by the people of South Africa and will complete his term in office,

said an ANC spokesperson in a statement released on Tuesday. The party has dismissed the resignation demands as opportunistic and politically motivated, insisting that the President has the full support of the governing party’s leadership.

Despite the ANC’s firm stance, the calls for resignation have gained traction on social media and within certain political circles, with critics citing economic stagnation and ongoing governance challenges as primary reasons for their dissatisfaction. Supporters of the President, however, argue that he is working to stabilize the country and implement necessary reforms.