Ramaphosa cuts short london trip over south africas violent protests

You're referring to the recent news about South African President Cyril Ramaphosa cutting short his trip to London due to the violent protests in South Africa.

Yes, it's true. President Ramaphosa returned to South Africa on July 14, 2021, after cutting short his official visit to the United Kingdom, where he was attending the G7 summit. The decision was made due to the escalating violence and looting in several parts of the country, including KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng provinces.

The protests, which began on July 10, were sparked by the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma, who was sentenced to 15 months in prison for contempt of court. The protests quickly turned violent, with looting, arson, and vandalism reported in many areas. The violence has resulted in the deaths of at least 117 people, with many more injured and thousands displaced.

President Ramaphosa's decision to cut short his trip was seen as a sign of his commitment to addressing the crisis and ensuring the safety and security of South Africans. He has since returned to South Africa and has been working closely with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to restore order and stability to the affected areas.

The situation in South Africa remains volatile, and the government is working to address the underlying issues that have contributed to the unrest.