Government Opinion Pieces

Dear Fellow South African,

On Saturday we observed National Children’s Day, when we take stock of the progress we have made in advancing the rights of South Africa’s children.

We…

By Michael Currin

Imagine a South Africa that is free from Gender Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF), where women and children feel safe to fully participate and thrive in our communities.…

Dear Fellow South African,

We have placed the growth of an inclusive economy and the creation of jobs at the centre of the work of the Government of National Unity. This is taking place…

By Andrea Naicker

Senior members of society have made invaluable contributions in our lives, as struggle stalwarts, freedom fighters, community activists and our very own family members.…

Dr Ntombi NalaMany of us go through challenging periods in life and when these difficult times arise, it is crucial that we seek support from family and friends or a trained professional. The…

Dear Fellow South African,

Today is the start of the National Senior Certificate exams. Just over 880,000 candidates will sit this year’s matric exams.

On behalf of the…

By Bathembu Futshane

The hallmark of a caring society is how it treats the…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Dear Fellow South African,

Just over 100 days have passed since the members of the Government of National Unity were sworn into office. In that time, we…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Dear Fellow South African,  Today marks one year since the start of an onslaught against the Palestinian people that has thus far claimed more than 43,000 lives. The…

We have just returned from representing South Africa at the annual United Nations General Assembly in New York.

The General Assembly was preceded by the Summit of the Future…

By Simangazo Mokale

The annual commemoration of Police Safety Month during September is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe.…

By Josias Pila

South Africa is on a path to transform its electricity system that will in future end load shedding and ultimately lower the price of electricity for all South…

By Simangazo Mokale

In August last year, President Cyril Ramaphosa met chairpersons and chief executives of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to discuss accelerating the implementation of…

By Niko Allie

Everyone loves a great deal, but sometimes a deal is too good to be true.  When you are offered goods well below the normal price, there is a good chance that you are…

By Adv Mikateko Joyce Maluleke

Our robust and thriving democracy ensures the protection of all citizens’ rights, including marginalised groups such as…

By Phumzile Mahlangu

Breathing is a natural process that few people give a second thought towards. The clean fresh air that we often take for granted is made possible by trees,…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Dear Fellow South African,

On Tuesday 24 September, our country observes Heritage Day. On this day, we celebrate the rich cultural tapestry that makes up…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

On Wednesday last week, the leaders of the parties that form the Government of National Unity (GNU) met to reflect on how the GNU is working.

Three months…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Dear Fellow South African,

We have recently returned from Beijing, where we attended the summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), which…

By Cyril Ramaphosa

Dear Fellow South African,  

We have just ended Women’s Month, in which we have celebrated the achievements of South Africa’s women across many areas of life…