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ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula emphasizes that the election results represent the will of the people of South Africa and condemns any threats of violence during the official declaration of the results. The ANC is open to coalition talks, but discussions regarding the removal of President Cyril Ramaphosa are off-limits.
Mbalula stresses the importance of respecting the Constitution and the rule of law in all decisions moving forward. Despite the ANC losing its outright national majority for the first time, Mbalula remains positive and commends the people of South Africa for participating in a free and fair election.
He is firm in denouncing any acts of violence and urges unity to safeguard democracy. The ANC is willing to engage in coalition talks and work with other parties to address the concerns of the electorate.
Mbalula acknowledges past mistakes and expresses determination to uphold the ANC’s core values. The party will continue to serve the interests of the South African people and remain committed to the democratic process, regardless of the challenges faced.