South African President Jacob Zuma has reportedly been given 48 hours to resign

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President Jacob Zuma

The African National Congress (ANC), South Africa's rulng party, has given President Jacob Zuma 48 hours to resign.

The news was announced on state television after an eight-hour party meeting on Monday, according to Reuters.

Zuma is no longer head of the ANC, which is overseen by Cyril Rampahosa. Cyril Rampahosa reportedly delivered the message to Zuma in person.

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