This news roundup covers key stories from South Africa, including preparations for President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address, the increase in the national minimum wage, and UFC champion Dricus du Plessis' upcoming title defense. It also touches on political developments, educational challenges, and transportation concerns.
Preparations for President Cyril Ramaphosa 's 2025 State of the Nation Address ( Sona ) are in their final phases. Sona 2025 will be Ramaphosa 's first speech under the government of national unity, and observers will be interested in analyzing how he portrays the political challenges of the last six months. Last year's Sona was the final address of the sixth administration, a five-year period the president described as “a time of recovery, rebuilding, and renewal”.
President Cyril Ramaphosa's spokesperson Vincent Magwenya has defended the president's call with businessman Elon Musk amid criticism from the EFF. On Tuesday, the Presidency shared that Ramaphosa spoke to Musk on Monday about misinformation and distortions about South Africa. “In the process, the president reiterated South Africa’s constitutionally embedded values of respect for the rule of law, justice, fairness and equality,” shared the Presidency on X.The national minimum wage has been increased effective March 1. Minister of Employment and Labour (DEL) Nomakhosazana Meth gazetted the increase on February 4, along with remuneration applicable for learnerships and specific job titles. The minimum hourly rate will apply to domestic workers and farm workers, while a lower rate will apply to the government’s expanded public works programme (EPWP).In an unexpected twist on Monday, EFF member Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi spoke out in support of President Cyril Ramaphosa, calling him “the most committed” head of state. Ndlozi praised Ramaphosa in a post on X, saying the president was not the person many assumed him to be. Ndlozi’s recent remarks are in stark contrast with previous instances where he and the EFF have many times bashed Ramaphosa, said Professor Theo Neethling, a political analyst from the University of the Free State. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis knows he has to be better as he prepares for his second title defense in Sydney this weekend. — the man he took the title from just over a year ago — early on Sunday morning (SA time) at UFC312. Dricus du Plessis is back in action this weekend, in a rematch with Sean Strickland. Picture: Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Looking back on that split decision win, DDP says he does not necessarily have to change anything to have his arm raised again, he just needs to be better. Confusion in Rea Vaya driver killings arrest as police deny claims Nearly a month after schools opened, more than 28 000 children still haven’t been place
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Dricus Du Plessis Drives R1.3 Million Ford Mustang GT Fast Car in South Africa, VideoUFC middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis, was spotted driving through the streets of South Africa in his expensive Ford Mustang GT S550 fast car.
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Ramaphosa Emphasizes Teamwork to Tackle South Africa's ChallengesSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlights the importance of collaboration between government, businesses, and communities in addressing national challenges and fostering economic growth. He cites successful partnerships in areas such as energy, infrastructure, and job creation, emphasizing the positive impact of collective efforts.
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Ramaphosa to Address Key Legislation Impacting South Africa's Economy and BusinessPresident Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver his annual state-of-the-nation address on February 6th, outlining his coalition government's policy agenda and priorities. This will be followed by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's budget speech on February 19th. Parliament will also consider several bills, including those related to state-owned enterprises, electronic communications surveillance, the Reserve Bank, state information protection, tobacco control, and merchant shipping.
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Ramaphosa Congratulates Trump, South Africa Focuses on Investment at WEF Amidst Trump's Policy ShiftsThis article discusses President Cyril Ramaphosa's congratulations to newly re-elected President Donald Trump and South Africa's participation in the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. It highlights President Ramaphosa's efforts to position South Africa as an attractive investment destination and Trump's return to the White House and his planned policy changes, which are generating significant discussion in Davos.
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