President Cyril Ramaphosa praised the Government of National Unity during his New Year's speech, but South Africans aren't impressed with what he had to say.
The President highlighted some of the positive aspects that the country has achieved this yearPresident Cyril Ramaphosa praised the GNU during his New Year’s speech, but South Africans weren’t impressed with what he had to say. Image: Per-Anders PetterssonThe President made his speech on 31 December, touching on various topics affecting the country.He said the GNU presented a new era which held great promise.
“In 2024, South Africa achieved its first primary budget surplus in 15 years. Public sector investment has risen for another straight year. There is increased investment in roads, rail, public housing, energy and water and sanitation infrastructure,” he said. “International investor sentiment towards South Africa has improved, with more companies seeking to invest or expand their presence in our economy,” he added.
The President also celebrated that the country is close to 300 days with loadshedding thanks to his energy plan. One of his biggest changes was“Mxm, you didn't say anything about the flocking of foreigners in this country or the deportation programme. Useless and indecisive President, that's what you are.”Byron Pillay
Byron Pillay is a Current Affairs Editor at Briefly News. He received a Diploma in Journalism from the Caxton Cadet School. He spent 11 years covering a wide variety of news as a community journalist, including politics, crime and current affairs. He also was a Head of Department for Sports Brief, where he covered both local and international sporting news. Email: [email protected]
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