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Vincent Magwenya
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Spokesperson for the South African Presidency.
Notable Quotes
"President Ramaphosa has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to President Vladimir Putin, who responded positively to his call to support the process of returning the men home."View Story →
"The two countries will continue to engage through diplomatic channels to identify a mutually convenient date."View Story →
"Working together with the minister of police, is committed to ensuring that the [force] remains stable."View Story →
"They couldn't risk missing a key member of the G7, hence the withdrawal of their invitation."View Story →
"I can confirm that President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mr Roelf Meyer as South Africa's Ambassador to the U.S."View Story →
"I can confirm that President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Meyer as South Africa's ambassador to the US."View Story →
"I can confirm that President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Meyer as South Africa's ambassador to the US."View Story →
"I can confirm that President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Meyer as South Africa's ambassador to the US."View Story →
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