President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation following the two-day State of the Nation Address debate, reaffirming his commitment to a proactive approach to problem-solving, unity among political parties, and finding internal solutions to South Africa's challenges.
President Cyril Ramaphosa responded to a fervent two-day State of the Nation Address ( SONA ) debate at Cape Town City Hall. Ramaphosa acknowledged the critical discourse from various political parties, advocating for a more proactive approach to problem-solving. He addressed heated discussions surrounding the Expropriation Bill and emphasized the government's focus on energy and infrastructure development.
Ramaphosa once again criticized the United States, reiterating South Africa's stance against being bullied and its commitment to finding internal solutions. \President Ramaphosa addressed a joint sitting of the National Assembly (NA) and National Council of Provinces (NCOP) during his SONA reply. The address followed a week after he delivered his initial SONA before the two houses of Parliament, marking the first of the seventh administration. Ramaphosa's initial SONA, themed 'A nation that works, for all', outlined the government's key policy objectives for the year and highlighted the challenges facing his administration. \During the two-day debate on February 11th and 12th, Members of Parliament engaged in discussions, offering both criticism and praise. Ramaphosa addressed a variety of topics, including the debate surrounding the Expropriation Bill, the deployment of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and the ongoing land question. He emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration among political parties, urging them to avoid ideological isolationism. Addressing the land question, Ramaphosa referenced the forced displacement of 60,000 residents from District Six by the apartheid regime in 1968, highlighting the historical injustices faced by black South Africans. He also addressed concerns regarding interference from foreign entities, particularly referencing the recent actions of US President Donald Trump and the subsequent calls by lobby group AfriForum for the South African government to 'punish' ANC politicians. Ramaphosa strongly condemned such attempts at external interference, asserting South Africa's right to solve its own problems domestically.\Ramaphosa further discussed the government's efforts to improve the logistics system, noting its importance for economic growth. He also acknowledged the scrutiny surrounding recent laws passed by the government, praising the legislative process that ensures multiple layers of debate, scrutiny, and public consultation. He emphasized the government's commitment to creating a sustainable and inclusive economy, working with business, labor, and community organizations to resolve challenges and attract investment
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