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State of the Nation Address 2017: full speech

In his State of the Nation Address, President Jacob Zuma declared 2017 the year of Oliver Reginald Tambo, who would have been 100 had...

VIDEO: The 2017 State of the Nation Address by President Jacob Zuma

Watch President Jacob Zuma’s fourth State of the Nation Address, given on Thursday, 9 February 2017.  Brand South Africa reporter President Jacob Zuma gave his annual State of...

President Zuma to address National Day of Prayer

President Jacob Zuma will on Sunday, 22 May 2016, officiate at the National Day of Prayer at Absa Stadium in Durban The prayers will be...

Quotes from the 2016 Budget

Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan delivered his 2016 Budget speech to the National Assembly in Parliament on Wednesday, 24 February. He emphasised that together, South Africa was capable of facing, and overcoming, economic challenges.

Gallery: the SONA red carpet

The State of the Nation Address by President Jacob Zuma took place on 11 February 2016, an important date for the country. It was the anniversary of the release of Nelson Mandela from prison 26 years ago. We take a look at the dignitaries as they arrived at Parliament.

South Africa prepares for 2016 SONA

South Africa's plans for the annual State of the Nation address started last year and they are on track. In his speech, which officially opens Parliament, the President will speak to the nation on the performance of the country. It is also a chance to announce plans going forward.

President Zuma upbeat as he concludes WEF visit with meeting with global investors

 

On Friday 22 January 2016 President Jacob Zuma and his delegation held a fruitful and successful interaction with global investors at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Cabinet addresses economy, higher education

In the latest cabinet meeting held on 13 January, ministers discussed the state of South Africa's economy and funding for universities. It indicated that dealing with these challenges appropriately can bring great opportunities for the country.

South Africa attends CoP21 in Paris

The 21st Conference of the Parties (CoP 21) of the United Nations Framework for Climate Change Convention (UNFCCC) starts today. President Jacob Zuma and Minister of Environmental Affairs Edna Molewa are attending, in a bid to secure the country's environmental interests globally.

President Zuma extends condolences to Sandton tragedy victims

In his response to the collapse of the walkway over the M1 highway in Sandton, President Jacob Zuma passed on his condolences to those who lost family members in the incident and wished the 22 who were injured a speedy recovery.