THE BEST LISTENING PRESIDENT? PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA WINS PRAISE AFTER TAKING TIME TO SPEAK WITH A YOUNG BOY WHO SURPRISED HIM BY ASKING FOR HIS PERSONAL PHONE NUMBER
A light-hearted moment involving President Cyril Ramaphosa has gone viral after he stopped to engage with a young boy during a public event.
According to those present, the boy had a rare opportunity to speak directly with the President. Instead of asking a political question or raising a community issue, he surprised everyone by asking Ramaphosa for his personal phone number.
The unexpected request left many people smiling, while President Ramaphosa responded with patience and humour, taking time to listen to the youngster rather than brushing him aside. The interaction has sparked praise from many South Africans, with some describing Ramaphosa as “the best listening President” because of his willingness to engage respectfully with ordinary citizens, especially young people.
The heartwarming exchange has since attracted thousands of reactions online, with many saying it showed a more personal side of the President.
What do you think? Does this moment show why some people call Cyril Ramaphosa “the best listening President”?