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The Sona address needs to be translated into vision of a just society, in a volatile transition

The President reflected on ours being a country at a turning point at a domestic, continental, and global front.

Business Report Economy
Opinion|Published

Ahead of South Africa’s 2025 Budget Speech: tourism sector demands action

Industry leaders express hope that the upcoming 2025 Budget Speech will address the pressing challenges facing South Africa's tourism and hospitality sectors, which are essential for economic recovery and job creation.

Travel Travel News
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Ramaphosa defends legislative authority amid DA discontent

Ramaphosa drew a line in the sand, saying no law binds him to negotiation with parties before signing a bill into an act.

Cape Times News
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Ramaphosa again says SA will not be bullied

The President reiterated the governments stance on the DRC, saying they will do what they can within their means to support the peace effort to finally end the conflict.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

SONA Debate | Education Minister Gwarube calls for urgent reforms to address SA’s education crisis

Minister Siviwe Gwarube warned of a crisis in South Africa’s education system, urging urgent reforms, increased funding, and improved teacher training. She reaffirmed plans to eradicate pit toilets by 2025 and launched the Safe Schools app for accountability.

News Politics
Christopher Buda|Published

Massive cash flow squeeze for South African SMEs: will the Budget Speech deliver?

The Budget Speech can play a major part in assuring SMEs that the government is committed to getting the basics right.

Business Report Economy
Opinion|Published

SONA Debate | Cogta Minister Hlabisa vows GNU will deliver on SONA commitments

Cogta Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa assured President Cyril Ramaphosa that the Government of National Unity (GNU) will fulfil his SONA commitments so that the promises can become reality.

News Politics
Christopher Buda|Published

Malema calls on Ramaphosa to provide details on how South Africa will not be bullied by the US

DA leader John Steenhuisen used the SONA debate to restate why his party was part of the Government of the National Unity (GNU), which is to block the EFF and MK from power and to turn South Africa’s economy around.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

SONA Debate: 'US is targeting South Africa for demanding Israel be held accountable,' say opposition parties

Opposition parties, the EFF and the MK, said that there is no genocide in the country and that the government was being targeted for defending Palestine and demanding accountability on Israel.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Government digital transformation: the battle for technological sovereignty

As governments worldwide embrace digital transformation, South Africa and the United States are taking different approaches to modernising their services. This analysis explores the implications of AI adoption in government, the role of Silicon Valley, and the potential risks of technological dependence.

Business Report Economy
Wesley Diphoko|Published

Cost of living crisis a ‘damning indictment’ of the ANC – union

Workers spend more than 57 percent of salaries on transport and electricity

Cape Times News
Manyane Manyane|Published

Cosatu: critical analysis of President Ramaphosa's SONA 2025

Cosatu welcomes its progressive commitments and are encouraged by progress achieved over the past year but remain extremely worried about the slow pace of implementation in many instances.

Business Report Economy
Opinion|Published

SONA: Markets sceptical and rather recovered on global overreaction - Chris Harmse

South African markets showed resilience last week, recovering strongly despite widespread scepticism following President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address. While SONA promises face criticism, the JSE reached new record levels amid global market optimism

Business Report Economy
Chris Harmse|Published

Mixed reactions greet Ramaphosa’s SONA on agriculture and economic growth

While the emphasis on job creation and economic growth has been largely welcomed, significant reservations linger regarding the feasibility of the proposed measures.

Business Report Economy
Yogashen Pillay|Published

Ramaphosa’s SONA ignites optimism for economic reform in South Africa: Business

The proposal to release more underutilised State properties for affordable housing is indicative of a thoughtful approach to addressing one of the country's most pressing socio-economic challenges.

Business Report Economy
Yogashen Pillay|Published

Concerns about workers spending more than 57 percent of salaries on transport and electricity

The index stated that after securing transport and electricity ,workers are left with R2,051,11 for food and other necessities.

News South Africa
Manyane Manyane|Published

A betrayal of our soldiers at Sona

While the President spoke at length about various national issues, his words rang hollow in the face of a deeply troubling reality—the treatment of our soldiers, particularly those deployed to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Sunday Independent
Opinion|Published

What President Ramaphosa did not say at Sona

As the president stood to attention, television news crawlers broke the news that there were delays in getting the bodies of our fallen soldiers back home.

Sunday Tribune
Aakash Bramdeo|Published

GNU partners react to proposals in State of the Nation Address

GNU partners express mixed reactions to their proposals included in President Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address, highlighting both achievements and concerns.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Watch VideoSouth Africa hits back at Trump’s executive orders, refugee offer for economically privileged Afrikaners

However, tensions between Pretoria and Washington have been simmering for some time, with diplomatic tensions escalating since the Ukraine and Russia war, while there were also tensions further fuelled by Pretoria taking Israel to the International Criminal Court for the genocidal bombardment of Gaza by the US ally, Israel.

News Politics
Sihle Mlambo|Published

Critics slam Ramaphosa's ambitious promises in State of the Nation Address, as lacking a “clear path”

Build One SA (BOSA) has criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) for offering over R1. 4 trillion in “lofty promises”, with no clear plan for how the ambitious goals will be funded or realized.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

SONA 2024: Red Carpet Fashion hits and misses

All roads led to Cape Town City Hall, where South African leaders gathered for the State of the Nation Address (SONA), delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa under the Government of National Unity (GNU).

The Star News
Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Mixed reactions to Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address

Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address garners mixed reactions from business leaders and analysts, highlighting ambitious growth targets while raising concerns about the commitment to real reform.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Undoing apartheid planning: Ramaphosa’s vision for housing and rail

President Cyril Ramaphosa announces a transformative plan to address apartheid-era spatial planning by redesigning housing subsidies and improving public transport in South Africa.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

South Africa's Path to Global Influence: Peace, Power, and Progress

As Africa's diplomatic powerhouse, South Africa continues to shape continental and global policy through its strategic leadership in BRICS, the AU, and SADC. From pioneering African peacekeeping missions to driving economic integration, South Africa's influence extends far beyond its borders. With its 2025 G20 presidency approaching, the nation stands ready to amplify Africa's voice on the world stage, despite domestic challenges. Discover how South Africa balances regional leadership with global diplomacy to advance African diplomacy.

Business Report BRICS
Banthati Sekwala|Published