South Africa Ramaphosa vows anti-corruption drive as he takes over in South Africa Former anti-apartheid activist sworn in as president hours after Jacob Zuma’s dramatic resignation Play Video 1:39 South African MPs celebrate as Cyril Ramaphosa is sworn in - videoCyril Ramaphosa has taken over as president of South Africa , immediately vowing to fight corruption in a direct reference to accusations levelled against his predecessor, Jacob Zuma. Facebook Twitter Pinterest South African MPs sing and raise their hands as Ramaphosa is sworn in. Play Video 3:04 Jacob Zuma: South Africa’s scandal-struck president resigns – video“I fear no motion of no confidence or impeachment,” he said. South Africa's next leader faces huge challenges Read moreHe will deliver the annual State of the Nation address on Friday. pic.twitter.com/QoA3xEKZG1In recent days, the rand has strengthened and many analysts have revised upwards their predictions of South Africa’s economic growth.

Source: The Guardian February 15, 2018 09:11 UTC