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Law enforcement urged to prioritise safety ahead of SONA

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Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the State of the Nation Address (SONA) is an important event in the country’s calendar, a day on which the eyes of the country and many beyond the borders turn to Parliament to hear the President outline the nation’s priorities and the path forward.

Joint efforts crucial to resolving water issues

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The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has underscord the importance of all spheres of government working together to tackle the water supply challenges in Gauteng.

Ndabeni puts spotlight on reindustrialisation to tackle youth unemployment

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Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni has called for accelerated industrialisation as the most decisive intervention to address South Africa’s persistently high youth unemployment rate, warning that without a focused reindustrialisation strategy, young people will continue to bear the brunt of economic stagnation.

SONA 2026: President Ramaphosa charts the way

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The Cape Town City Hall stage is set, the final preparations are underway and the parliamentary gears are turning with one moment in sight: President Cyril Ramaphosa stepping up to the podium to deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) tonight.

Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy offers a second chance

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Correctional Services Deputy Minister Lindiwe Ntshalintshali says the opening of the Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy at Drakenstein Correctional Facility is both a historic milestone and a powerful reminder of the country’s journey since 11 February 1990.

Reflections ahead of SONA 2026

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As South Africans prepare to listen and watch the State of the Nation Address (SoNa) on 12 February 2026 at 7pm, the country does so at a time marked by positive developments which include the strengthening of the rand, consecutive quarters of economic growth and having consistent power supply from Eskom.

Parliament ready for landmark 2026 SONA

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Parliament is gearing up for one of the most significant events on South Africa’s democratic calendar as preparations gather pace for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) — a sitting that coincides with the 30th anniversary of the country’s Constitution.