insert_link South Africa Ramaphosa has expressed deep sorrow and condolences following the recent landslides in Western Ethiopia S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sorrow and condolences following the recent landslides in Gofa in South Western Ethiopia, which have claimed at least 250 lives. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says Ramaphosa has conveyed solidarity with the Ethiopian people and bereaved families, referring to the strong historic relations between South Africa and Ethiopia dating back to the struggle against apartheid: todayJuly 26, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa South African President has promised an ongoing review of the executive’s size as the democracy matures The South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has promised an ongoing review of the executive's size as the democracy matures, to ensure effective governance. While the executive's size is under scrutiny, the focus remains on sustainable growth and strategic reforms. Ramaphosa addressed the Presidency's budget vote debate and urged strong central government coordination to tackle challenges. He says the impact of reforms shows the Presidency's vital role in driving development and […] todayJuly 25, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for projects In S.A, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to boost rapid and inclusive economic growth, create jobs, reduce poverty, and foster a just society. Meanwhile... EFF leader Julius Malema has reiterated his call for the reduction of cabinet and do away with deputy ministers. Cabinet has increased to 32 ministers from 30 and there are […] todayJuly 24, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s President says the Presidency has prioritised greater cooperation between government spheres South Africa's President , Cyril Ramaphosa says the Presidency has prioritised greater cooperation between government spheres to strengthen governance and respond to South Africans' needs. Addressing Parliament, Ramaphosa said the District Development Model, the Presidential Izimbizo programme and the deputy president's engagements address service delivery problems. He also mentioned that science, technology and innovation are essential for economies to thrive: todayJuly 24, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans Business Unity South Africa has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to implement plans from his Opening of Parliament Address. CEO Khulekani Mathe emphasised the need for inclusive and transformational growth, amid high unemployment at 32.9-percent. He stressed the importance of job security and urged the government of national unity to address local government challenges: todayJuly 23, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned EFF leader Julius Malema to focus on constructive debate rather than playing him as the main man. In response to Malema's remarks during the opening of Parliament address debate, Ramaphosa accused Malema of being misinformed about the history of the mining sector, including the National Union of Mineworkers. He emphasised a development-focused mindset for progress: todayJuly 23, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech to parliament listed South Africa’s old problems – but no new solutions By Vinothan Naidoo, University of Cape Town South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s opening of parliament speech successfully captured the spirit of a diverse and cohesive multi-party government ready to get down to work. But it failed to tell South Africans how the new dispensation will do things differently, and better. In the May 2024 national and provincial elections, Ramaphosa’s African National Congress party received just […] todayJuly 22, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Reacts to President Ramaphosa’s Address with Mixed Optimism and Criticism ActionSA says Ramaphosa’s address offered up a mixture of cautious optimism and critical scepticism. The party’s Parliamentary leader, Athol Trollip, says the language and policies in the president’s speech reflect what ActionSA has advocated for years, including maintaining state infrastructure and employing competent, qualified personnel. He says however that there were glaring omissions of critical issues: todayJuly 19, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Ramaphosa Confident in Resolving NHI Disputes And Focuses on Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, says in implementing National Health Insurance, he is confident that the government of national unity will be able to resolve differences and clarify misunderstandings. NHI was signed into law earlier this year by the president, despite facing widespread criticism from doctors, medical aid schemes, opposition parties, and even Parliament’s legal team. Addressing the opening of Parliament in Cape Town yesterday evening, Ramaphosa says in […] todayJuly 19, 2024 7
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
