South Africa’s Ramaphosa calls opposition flag-burning ad by Democratic Alliance ‘treasonous’

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described as “treasonous” a campaign ad by an opposition party that depicts a burning national flag, as antagonism between political parties rose three weeks before an election.

“I think it is treasonous,” Ramaphosa told reporters during a visit to Limpopo province. “It is the most despicable political act that anyone can embark upon,” he said, accusing the DA of desecrating a symbol of national unity.

The business-friendly DA won the second largest share of the vote in the last election five years ago. This year’s May 29 election is hotly contested, with polls suggesting the ANC will lose its majority for the first time since it came to power 30 years ago at the end of apartheid.

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