DA leader Steenhuisen Says Reconciliation Is Not About Forgetting the Past

DA leader John Steenhuisen says reconciliation is not about forgetting the past or pretending it did not happen, but acknowledging it while celebrating the country’s progress. Yesterday marked Reconciliation Day under the theme, Healing Historical Wounds and Forging New Futures. Steenhuisen says the formation of the government of national unity brings hope that inclusive economic growth and jobs can be achieved:

Meanwhile….RISE Mzansi says the work of real nation-building is undermined by millions of South Africans being excluded from meaningfully benefiting from the national economy. It says this is because of poor governance, corruption, lack of vision, and the political will to create a just society. RISE Mzansi’s spokesperson, Mabine Seabe, says next year’s national dialogue announced by president Cyril Ramaphosa needs to answer critical questions: