Audio By Carbonatix
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa is testifying as a witness before a long-running inquiry into allegations of corruption under his predecessor Jacob Zuma.
In his opening statement, Mr Ramaphosa said the governing African National Congress (ANC) would try to shed light on the matters being investigated.
He said its aim was to confront and hold responsible to account those behind the state's capture.
Among other things, Mr Zuma is accused of allowing businessmen close to him - the Gupta brothers - to influence policy and win lucrative government contracts during his nine years in power.
Mr Zuma denies wrongdoing.
Mr Ramaphosa was speaking as head of the ANC. His testimony is due to last two days.
The State Capture Commission of inquiry was set up in 2018 to investigate corruption in state institutions.
Latest Stories
-
NPP begins nationwide exhibition of voter register for 2026 presidential primaries
22 seconds -
Scores sleep overnight at Accra Sports Stadium more than 18 hrs ahead of Alpha Hour Convocation
1 hour -
When revenue collection hurts business
2 hours -
Creative Canvas 2025: Shatta Wale – Disruption as a strategy, dominance as the result
2 hours -
Is talk of “losses” by GoldBod just abstract drivel? Bright Simons asks
3 hours -
US Strikes: Ondo Amotekun arrests 39 fleeing suspected terrorists
4 hours -
New Passport Office opens in Techiman, bringing vital services closer to Bono East residents
4 hours -
Anthony Hopkins shares advice as he celebrates 50 years of sobriety
4 hours -
KTU Radio wins international award for its unique programme on World College Radio Day
5 hours -
German court jails man for drugging, raping and filming wife for years
5 hours -
Ashanti police intercept 2,600 AK-47 rounds and tactical gear at Asankare Barrier
5 hours -
Alhaji Agongo builds lifeline facility for Ghana Police Hospital’s ‘Unknown Patients’
5 hours -
Removal of Chief Justice Torkonoo had economic implications – Samson Lardy Anyenini
5 hours -
Ronaldo will not retire until he scores 1,000 goals
5 hours -
Amerado shuts down Okese Park with third edition of My Motherland Concert in Ejisu
5 hours