insert_link South Africa S.A’s President says the government of national unity is fully committed to following through on the reform agenda S.A's President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government of national unity is fully committed to following through on the reform agenda and achieving more rapid and inclusive economic growth. He launched phase two of the government-business partnership in Johannesburg yesterday evening, where he also met with over 80 CEOs. Ramaphosa says through this partnership, they have worked to mobilise the skills, talent, expertise, and goodwill that exist in the country behind […] todayOctober 2, 2024 43
insert_link South Africa SA’s Ramaphosa says the current approach to world peace is unjust, unfair and unsustainable South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa says at a time when the threats to international peace and security are many and complex, the world’s security can no longer be placed in the hands of a few major powers. He attended the United Nations General Assembly in New York last week. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa said the current approach to world peace is unjust, unfair, and unsustainable, and the UN Security […] todaySeptember 30, 2024 35
insert_link 1 South Africa S.A Education Activist Criticizes Teacher’s Union for Defying Ramaphosa’s Education Law Pause A South African Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has criticised the South African Democratic Teachers Union's decision to defy president Cyril Ramaphosa's three-month pause on clauses 4 and 5 of the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act. Makaneta calls Sadtu's stance reckless and disappointing, as Ramaphosa seeks discussions to refine the law. He urges Sadtu to respect the process and prioritise the education sector’s interests: todaySeptember 30, 2024 16 1
insert_link World Zelenskyy thanks Ramaphosa for support amid war Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked President Cyril Ramaphosa and South Africa for supporting his country's territorial integrity amid the war with Russia. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York. Zelenskyy has emphasized that only the unity of world leaders can force Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop the war. todaySeptember 26, 2024 34
insert_link South Africa SA’s Ramaphosa outlines G20 priorities at the United Nations South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country will focus on climate financing, United Nations reform, and fair vaccine distribution as it prepares to assume the presidency of the G20 summit next year. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he highlighted the urgency of addressing Africa’s under-development and tackling global inequality. todaySeptember 26, 2024 33
insert_link Business / Economics SA’s Ramaphosa sets 2 trillion rand investment target by 2028 South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has set a new investment target of two-trillion-rand by 2028, following the early achievement of the country’s previous 1.2-trillion-rand goal. Speaking at the SA-US business forum, Ramaphosa invited US investors to explore opportunities in sectors like renewable energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. todaySeptember 24, 2024 55
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President urges world leaders to confront and overcome global challenges including poverty S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders to confront and overcome global challenges including poverty, emerging conflicts, and public health emergencies. He delivered South Africa's statement at the Summit of the Future currently underway in New York. This is where the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Pact for the Future. Ramaphosa says the pact is an opportunity to change and reinvigorate the multilateral system so that it is […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 32
insert_link South Africa SA’s Ramaphosa to address the UN General Assembly later this month South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead South Africa’s delegation at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York from the 24th to the 30th of this month. The session, presided over by former Cameroonian Prime Minister Philemon Yang, will focus on unity in diversity. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says Ramaphosa will address the summit, focusing on multilateralism, economic diplomacy, and investment. todaySeptember 12, 2024 50
insert_link South Africa South Africa Prepares 500-Page Submission to International Court on Hamas-Israel Conflict South Africa is preparing a 500-page submission for the International Court of Justice regarding the Hamas-Israel conflict, aiming to prove the genocidal reality in Gaza. President Cyril Ramaphosa stated the case will include witness testimonies to support South Africa’s assertion of genocide, aligning with the country’s commitment to the people of Palestine and its core values: todayAugust 30, 2024 24