Ramaphosa’s cabinet reshuffle: Who’s in and who’s out?

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to announce a much-anticipated cabinet reshuffle in the next few hours. The reshuffle comes amidst key vacancies in the cabinet, including positions such as Public Service and Administration Minister, Minister of Transport, Minister of Electricity, and Deputy President. To shed light on what the reshuffle might entail, Political Analyst Ongama Mtimka joined CNBC Africa's Fifi Peters for a discussion. Mtimka shared insights on the potential approach President Ramaphosa might take and the political dynamics at play. According to Mtimka, the President is likely to prioritize sensitivity to internal party dynamics in his decision-making process. While some speculate that certain ministers like Pravin Godan, the current Public Enterprises Minister, could be at risk due to the challenges faced by state-owned enterprises during his tenure, Mtimka argues that the issue lies more in conflicting objectives than capabilities. He emphasizes the need for clear leadership to balance immediate energy generation needs with the transition to greener energies. The discussion also touched on potential candidates for key ministerial positions, such as Dr. Hossien Zoramakoba for the Minister of Electricity. Mtimka cautioned that appointing an external candidate without clear political support and direction from the President could complicate matters. The reshuffle presents an opportunity for President Ramaphosa to assert his vision and steer the country towards effective governance and sustainable energy solutions.