President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation with his State of the Nation Address (SONA), outlining the government's key policy objectives for the year ahead. The address, themed 'A nation that works, for all,' focused on South Africa's political, social, and economic situation, highlighting achievements since his last address and outlining plans to tackle pressing challenges.
Ramaphosa took the nation through the challenges and achievements of his administration since his last address
Moving to the country's economic health, he noted intensifying competition over trade, technology and influence in global institutions."There are global fundamental shifts that impact human life in every way underway. From climate change's growing impact to rapid advances in artificial intelligence , geopolitical tensions and devastating conflicts.
"The actions therein will advance three strategic priorities to drive inclusive growth and job creation, reduce poverty and tackle the high cost of living build a capable, ethical and developmental state." "We'll introduce a graduate recruitment scheme to attract the best and the brightest into the public service," said Ramaphosa.
"As we work to reform the public service and build the state's capability, we will harness technology to transform the way that government works."Ramaphosa said the government aimed to achieve significant economic growth and would undertake massive new infrastructure investment while upgrading and maintaining existing infrastructure."We're engaging local and international financial institutions and investors to unlock R100 billion in infrastructure financing.
"We must put the risk of load shedding behind us by reforming our energy system to ensure long-term energy security. "An urgent priority is to ensure a secure and reliable water supply. Many people in our cities, towns and villages are experiencing more and more frequent water shortages resulting from failed water infrastructure," noted Ramaphosa.
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