SONA Debate: Ramaphosa bids farewell to DD Mabuza, praises his record in government

PHUTI MOSOMANE

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has thanked Deputy President David Mabuza for the support he has given to him for the past five years as the Leader of Government Business.

This after Mabuza confirmed that he has resigned as Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa.

“Deputy President Mabuza has indicated his wish to step down from his position, a request that we are attending to,” Ramaphosa said during his reply to the Debate on the State of the Nation Address, Cape Town City Hall.

Ramaphosa praised Mabuza’s record in government, saying he successfully completed every task that was assigned to him in the past five years.

“I wish to extend my appreciation to Deputy President David Mabuza for his unwavering support over the last five years,” said Ramaphosa.

“He has ably led the South African National AIDS Council and extensive engagements with military veterans and traditional leaders. Mabuza has supported peace