While poverty persists, there is no true freedom, says Ramaphosa ahead of Mandela Day | News24

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the money the government spent on social protection is not wasted. He added focus must be placed on building the economy to strengthen social protection measures and support the poor. | MarvinCharles_

Ramaphosa, in his weekly newsletter on Monday, said focus must be placed on building the economy to strengthen social protection measures and support the poor.

The country is set to mark International Mandela Day next week and Ramaphosa said his government had recommitted itself to building a society to which Mandela dedicated his life. "Through its substantial social protection programmes, the government has provided vital support to millions of South Africans, lifting many out of extreme poverty and meeting many of their needs." SA cannot afford not to have a basic income grant as millions languish in poverty – GOOD party

In his newsletter, the president said the government spent around 60% of its budget on social wages excluding debt servicing costs.

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