{
  "id": 16582497,
  "title": "Ramaphosa takes credit for Madlanga Commission, says ANC did not betray SA",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/ramaphosa-takes-credit-for-madlanga-commission-says-anc-did-not",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-26T09:29:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/elections/ramaphosa-takes-credit-for-madlanga-comission-heres-what-he-wants-to-tackle-next/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasized his government's efforts to rebuild South Africa's police force following its infiltration by criminal elements. Speaking during an election campaign in Johannesburg, Ramaphosa explained that his administration had identified several rogue state institutions that required intervention. The Madlanga Commission was established to pinpoint weaknesses within the police service, with Ramaphosa stating that critics dismissed the commission, alleging political motivations. He maintained that the commission's establishment was a deliberate step towards creating sustainable, future-ready systems.\n\nAdditionally, Ramaphosa highlighted the government's focus on rebuilding South Africa's intelligence services and the Revenue Service. He affirmed that the Zondo Commission recommendations are being implemented and that laws are being passed to combat corruption. Ramaphosa stressed that ongoing efforts to rebuild key state institutions are crucial for economic growth and proper governance. He denied accusations that his African National Congress (ANC) party had betrayed the South African people, instead citing the transformative changes achieved in the past 30 years since the end of apartheid. Ramaphosa acknowledged the 340-year legacy of colonialism and apartheid but emphasized that the ANC has been working to restore the nation's capabilities and educational standards.",
  "summary": "Ramaphosa denied that his party had betrayed the people of South Africa. The ANC has been in government since 1994.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}