In his congratulatory message on Friday, Mnangagwa reaffirmed his commitment to work together with Ramaphosa to further strengthen the strong ties that exist between Zimbabwe and South Africa, which are based on shared history, culture and heritage, Xinhua news agency reported. And are connected by family ties.

Mnangagwa underlined his commitment to continue working with Ramaphosa at the regional and multilateral levels to promote regional integration as well as find lasting solutions to global challenges.

"On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and, indeed, on my own behalf, it is my honor and privilege to extend our warm and hearty congratulations to you upon your re-election as President of South Africa." " Mnangagwa said.

Ramaphosa, leader of South Africa's ruling African National Congress, was on Friday re-elected by the National Assembly as the country's president for the next five years.