President Cyril Ramaphosa and NCOP Chairperson Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane ahead of the Opening of Parliament Address.(@ParliamentRSA/X, formerly Twitter)
In his recent Opening of Parliament Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa focused on economic reform and national unity while leading a coalition government. He emphasized the need for high-tech policing to combat crime and corruption, as well as addressing poverty and the high cost of living in South Africa.
Ramaphosa outlined the government of national unity’s priorities, including fixing struggling municipalities, investing in water infrastructure, and finding consensus on controversial policies like National Health Insurance (NHI). The President expressed confidence in overcoming differences among partners in the GNU.
Ramaphosa’s address signifies a shift towards policy concessions and reforms, as he aims to tackle key issues facing the country. Read more about the key takeaways from his speech and analysis on the path forward in this new era of governance.
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