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Eleven South African ministers - half the cabinet - have said they are stepping down, following the resignation of President Thabo Mbeki. | |
The BBC's Jonah Fisher in Johannesburg says it is now clear how much unease there is in the ruling ANC. | |
The African National Congress is divided between supporters of Mr Mbeki and his rival, ANC leader Jacob Zuma. | |
Mr Zuma's supporters had said they wanted the cabinet to stay in place to ensure a smooth transition. | |
Mr Mbeki is to leave office on Thursday after accusations that he interfered in the prosecution of his rival, Jacob Zuma. | |
As ANC leader, Mr Zuma is favourite to become South Africa's next president. | |
One of those to have resigned is Finance Minister Trevor Manuel, seen as instrumental in South Africa's recent economic stability. |