South Africa’s Mps arrive at Parliament for the swearing in of the new national president – 06 May 2009

The swearing in of the new cabinet and election of the new national  president created a buzz of excitement in the usually sombre Parliament. Among the throngs that graced the opening were familiar faces like Blade Nzimande, Trevor Manuel, Pallo Jordan, Jeff Radebe from the ANC, COPE’s Sam Shilowa was also spotten chatting alongside party president Mvume Dandala. ANC President Jacob Zuma was expectedly elected as the next South African President.