Leftist parties criticize ANC’s coalition choices, opting for a "white-led unholy alliance." / Photo: Reuters
The largest coalition partner, the Democratic Alliance , will hold six portfolios including home affairs, environment and public works.The Zulu nationalist Inkatha Freedom Party and other smaller parties scored six in total including land reform, correctional services, sports, tourism and public service.
"The incoming government will prioritise rapid, inclusive and sustainable economic growth and a creation of a more just society by tackling poverty and inequality as well as unemployment," he said. Ramaphosa's highly anticipated announcement comes after weeks of tough negotiations between the ANC and the DA, which won 87 parliamentary seats compared to the ANC's 159 .