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Zuma's Exit Strategy

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The Jacob Zuma exit strategy is still the biggest issue for the ANC, with no real win in sight on the issue. Deshnee Subramany steps up to the hot plate for Justice Malala this week, and leaves no stone unturned in bringing you up to speed on matters. What is Ramaphosa's play right now, where is NDZ, and what will impeachment mean for South Africa if it comes to it? nandos · The Burning Platform
11 Jan 2018 English South Africa Politics · News

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