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The chief of the government of South Africa, which is led by the constitution of South Africa, is known as the President of South Africa. The President of South Africa is elected by the members of lower house of the parliament called National Assembly.
After the Presidential election of South Africa, the president is chosen for a term of three to five years. A presidential candidate can run for utmost two presidential elections.
Power and Jurisdiction of President of South Africa
President of South Africa is the top of government and state of the Republic of South Africa.
President of South Africa is the top leader of the cabinet.
President selects the ministers and members of the cabinet.
The President is the Commander-in-Chief of the South African National Defense force.
He appoints the Chief Justices of the State of the Republic of South Africa.
He grants and rewards the National orders of the State of the Republic of South Africa.
Before passing a certain bill, amendment and legislation by the parliament it must got an approval from the President of South Africa.
President has the sole authority of declaring war or peace.
Presidents of post Apartheid South Africa
Nelson Mandela
Thabo Mbeki
Famous President of South Africa, Nelson Mandela was honored with Nobel Peace prize for his unparalleled contribution toward establishing peace in South Africa.
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