South Africa will inaugurate its seventh democratically elected President on 19 June 2024, following the successful election on 29 May 2024.
The theme for the inauguration is: “30 years of Democracy; Partnership and Growth”. It reinforces that everyone has a role to play in building a brighter tomorrow. It emphasises that we must build on our achievements and leverage on our experiences to bring solutions to eradicate or reduce poverty, inequality and unemployment.
The inauguration takes the form of a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of the President’s term of office. During the inauguration the President-elect is expected to take the oath of office during a swearing-in ceremony that will be performed by the Chief Justice.
The President-elect will then proceed to sign the swearing-in certificate at the ceremony to be attended by several Heads of State and Governments as well as eminent persons and South Africans at the Union Buildings.
During the inauguration the President will deliver an address to inform South Africans of his/her vision and intent during his/her term of office.
