News24 | Ramaphosa admits 2023 was tough for many, says there are reasons for hope in 2024

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President Cyril Ramaphosa at Chief Albert Luthuli House on 18 December 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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President Cyril Ramaphosa admitted it has been a bleak year for most South Africans in his New Year’s message.

“It has been a difficult year for many South Africans,” said Ramaphosa in a statement released on Sunday.

“Yet, despite the many challenges that our country is facing, we do have cause for hope and optimism.

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