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President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the state of the nation address. (GCIS)

In Sona, Ramaphosa signals shift from crisis management to consolidation

For the first time in several years, electricity did not dominate the president’s address

  • Eyaaz
7 min read
In his 2026 State of the Nation Address, the president once again committed to economic revitalization. Photo: GCIS

Ramaphosa talks tough on gangs, corruption

The president said the South African National Defence Force would be deployed to support police in tackling gang violence and illegal mining

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
The future of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant beyond the March 2027 extension remains uncertain. Archive photo: Chris Gilili

Future of SRD grant uncertain, treasury says

The Universal Basic Income Coalition said the government’s proposals to link the grant to employment-related conditions could exclude eligible beneficiaries

  • Eyaaz
3 min read
President Cyril Ramaphosa. (GCIS)

Ramaphosa touts youth jobs drive as StatsSA data paints grim unemployment picture

The statistics agency’s youth report notes worsening joblessness, hunger and safety concerns among South Africa’s youth

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
The Institute for Security Studies launched its Prospects 2043 report on Tuesday, with strong leadership seen as key to long-term stability in South Africa. (Photo by Per-Anders Pettersson/Getty Images)

GNU has ‘rekindled hope’ that South Africa can prosper, says ISS

The Institute for Security Studies launched its Prospects 2043 report on Tuesday, with strong leadership seen as key to long-term stability in the country This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Des Erasmus
1 min read