South Africa

SA’ s Presidency Confirms Election Date Announcement Within 15 Days After State of the Nation Address

today8 February, 2024

Background

The South AFrica Presidency has officially confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa will reveal the election date within 15 days following today’s State of the Nation Address. A subsequent proclamation will swiftly follow the announcement. Addressing concerns about delays, spokesperson Vincent Magwenya, in a media briefing on the president’s weekly program, reassured the public of the timely process. Magwenya emphasized President Ramaphosa’s awareness of the mandatory 90-day period between the announcement and the election day, urging citizens to tune in to tomorrow’s address for further details.

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen