New South African President Ramaphosa speaks of "new dawn" in first SONA 

New South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has spoken of a "new dawn" in his first State of the Nation Address (SONA). 

Mr Ramaphosa, who was sworn in last Thursday promised to fight corruption. 

He also spoke of accelerating land redistribution and outlined plans to boost the economy and create jobs.  

His predecessor, Jacob Zuma, stepped down on Wednesday after pressure from the governing ANC party.  

Mr. Ramaphosa, a 65-year-old former businessman, dedicated much of his address to job creation. 

He highlighted youth unemployment and said he plans to create a million paid internships in the coming years.

SOURCE: BBC NEWS
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