South Africa's Deputy President Resigns 

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the resignation of his deputy, David Mabuza, thanking him for his unwavering support over the last five years. <br />Local reports say it comes as no surprise because Mr Mabuza had already announced earlier this month that he would be stepping down. <br />He will stay in the post until Mr Ramaphosa announces his successor, widely expected to be new ANC Deputy President Paul Mashatile. <br />A cabinet reshuffle is expected next week once South Africa's annual budget is announced.