Tonight, all eyes will be on President Cyril Ramaphosa as he delivers his State of the Nation Address in Cape Town—his first under the government of national unity.
While this speech may not determine the survival of the coalition, it will play a crucial role in shaping public confidence in a government composed of multiple parties. His words will be key to demonstrating whether this unity administration has a viable future.
South Africans are eager to hear how the government plans to tackle pressing issues such as the energy crisis, Transnet’s challenges, the National Health Insurance, the Expropriation Act, crime, corruption, and water security.
Last year, Ramaphosa spoke of “a time of recovery, rebuilding, and renewal” as he marked 30 years of democracy. He introduced the concept of the “Year of Tintswalo,” symbolizing democracy’s journey since 1994.
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What message will he deliver tonight? Our lead story offers some advice.
Among the many pressing concerns the country faces, corruption remains a critical issue. As Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse, points out, addressing corruption should be at the top of the President’s agenda, as it lies at the heart of many national crises.
Mr. President, the nation is listening. South Africans are calling for a better future—one built on integrity, accountability, and real progress.