Cyril Ramaphosa fighting for political life amid battle for control of ANC

South African president cancels all official engagements and is reported to be close to resigning

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The South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa, is fighting for his political life as rivals and supporters face off in a divisive battle for control of the ruling party, the African National Congress.

The power struggle came after an independent panel appointed by parliament said there was evidence suggesting the South African president committed serious misconduct" after millions of dollars in cash were reportedly stolen from his private game ranch almost three years ago.