SVNP Scholar Dr. Matambo Discusses President Ramaphosa's Response to Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa with iono.fm
President Cyril Ramaphosa has decided to send a team of Special Envoys throughout the continent to deliver a message of solidarity to the African Heads of State, following attacks on foreign nationals in the past few weeks. The Presidency has confirmed that the team will reassure African countries that South Africa is committed to the ideals of Pan African unity.
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