On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation in preparation for the 2024 elections, focusing on the country's readiness for the elections and reflecting on his administration's achievements and challenges over the past five years.
This election marks the seventh national vote since the end of apartheid. Ramaphosa emphasized the broader significance of voting. "We will be determining the direction that our country takes. We will be taking responsibility for our future, the future of our families, our communities, and our nation."
Ramaphosa commended the Independent Electoral Commission and law enforcement for ensuring the integrity and security of the elections. Reflecting on his administration, he noted, "When this administration took office in 2019, our country stood at a turning point. We had endured a decade of corruption and state capture, of weak economic growth and the erosion of our public institutions. Today, we have put that era behind us.”
He highlighted economic reforms, anti-corruption initiatives, and the nation's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ramaphosa called for unity and encouraged all South Africans to vote. "I call upon all South Africans to go cast their votes. We are a diverse people, but a united nation. Let us be united in our commitment to our democracy. Let us work together to build a better country."
Many South Africans expressed criticism of both the speech and Ramaphosa. They claimed that the address was merely a marketing campaign for the ANC, complained about what they described as 'lies,' and expressed support for different political parties.
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