‘Hello, Cupcake!’: Student’s greeting to Ramaphosa goes viral [video]

‘Hello, Cupcake!’: Student’s greeting to Ramaphosa goes viral. President Cyril Ramaphosa was called by his unofficial nickname – ‘Cupcake – by a student during an official state engagement…

Not for the first time, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been addressed by his unofficial nickname, “Cupcake”.

The 72-year-old delivered the keynote speech at the 7th Social Justice Summit held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Friday, 17 October.

STUDENT CALLS RAMAPHOSA BY NICKNAME

Introducing President Ramaphosa to the stage at the summit was a group of students from around the province.

One boldly claimed: “It’s an honour to be here. It’s my first time seeing the president. Hello, Cupcake!”

The learner waved at the president, who later posed for pictures with the group.

It’s not the first time Ramaphosa has been referred to as “Cupcake” during public appearances.

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“Mandikuyeke my President, mandikuyeke my cupcake” Inako Mateza #imbongi. #Isixhosa asitolikwa 🔥🙌🏽🖤
Video cred: @ParliamentofRSA TV #SONA2025 pic.twitter.com/XxAZ0mmrvu

— Pan South African Language Board (@PanSALB) February 6, 2025

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