This evening, 20 June, the President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, will be presenting the first State of the Nation Address (SONA) of the 6th Parliament.
South Africans are expected to be glued to their television sets as the President will be presenting his plan to address South Africa’s needs for the year ahead.
The theme for this year’s event is: ‘Let’s grow South Africa together as we celebrate 25 years of freedom’.
Since it is a joint sitting of both Houses, the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces will host the event.
All the three arms of the State, namely, the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary will be attending the event.
The SONA is important for all South Africans because it tells them what the government’s Programme of Action is for the year ahead.
By being aware of what the government is doing, everyone can become involved and also take part in government’s plans to build a better life for all.
The SONA will be broadcast live on DStv Channel 408, SABC TV, eNCA, SABC radio stations and Parliament’s YouTube Channel.
Please share your comments and views on what you expect the President to touch on and what you would like him to improve in the country’s governance.
