ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirmed his commitment to implementing the party's policies, particularly in land reform, healthcare, and education, even within the context of the government of national unity (GNU). Ramaphosa faced criticism from the DA, who oppose the Expropriation Act, National Health Insurance (NHI), and Basic Education Laws Amendments (BELA) Acts. Despite the challenges, Ramaphosa emphasized the ANC's dedication to advancing its agenda and serving the people's interests.
South Africa - Johannesburg - 25 January 2025 - The African National Congress president Cyril Ramaphosa , delivers his opening remarks at the party's annual National Lekgotla. ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed to pursue and implement his party’s policies within the government of national unity , particularly in land, health and education,The two parties are at odds over the recent signing of the Expropriation Act, which Ramaphosa signed into law last week.
The DA has strongly opposed the legislation, describing it as unconstitutional and vowing to take legal action against it. The party has also voiced its opposition to the National Health Insurance and the Basic Education Laws Amendments Acts. “Even in the GNU, we have a clear obligation and a task to implement the policies, decisions and measures that seek to advance the National Democratic Revolution and, more importantly, to advance the interests of our people through the various decisions we have taken, are taking and will continue to take—whether related to education, health or land,” he said.
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