DA leader John Steenhuisen is expected to meet with President Cyril Ramaphosa this afternoon .

This comes after the DA's Federal Executive met last night over talks ahead of the formation of the seventh administration.

This took place amid seemingly no progress towards the Government of National Unity (GNU) process, amid disputes over cabinet posts.

Negotiations saw the DA receive an offer of six Ministerial portfolios, however, it appears that a disagreement emerged between the two parties over the Trade and Industry portfolio.

A scathing letter to Steenhuisen, penned by President Cyril Ramaphosa, revealed that these demands would not be acceded to.

Meanwhile, the nation continues to look on in anticipation of the President's announcement of his executive. This is a developing story.

For more on this by SABC News Political Editor Mzwandile Mbeje.

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