According to The Citizen, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) will be a key moment for the Government of National Unity (GNU), either highlighting divisions or demonstrating a unified vision. Political analyst Prof. Theo Neethling expects Ramaphosa to address major issues, including controversial laws like the National Health Insurance (NHI), the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act, and the Land Expropriation Act, which have sparked tensions within the coalition.
Economic challenges such as unemployment, service delivery, and infrastructure failures are also expected to be priorities, along with security concerns like crime and regional stability. Additionally, Ramaphosa may discuss international matters, including US aid threats and conflicts in Africa. Meanwhile, opposition leaders, including the DA’s John Steenhuisen and MK party’s John Hlophe, are set to share their expectations for the speech.
