President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday 6 February 2024 engage with young people in the Western Cape as part of the National Youth Development Agency’s marking of three years since the commencement of the Presidential Employment Stimulus and Youth Employment Intervention.

These flagship programmes of the Sixth Administration have collectively generated more than a million job opportunities and provided livelihood support, predominantly benefiting young individuals.

As the Administration nears its conclusion and in anticipation of the State of the Nation Address 2024, President Ramaphosa will participate in this youth-centred event at the Belhar Sports Centre in Cape Town.

The mass gathering will acknowledge the collaborative efforts of partners and beneficiaries who have significantly contributed to the expansion of economic opportunities for the nation’s young people.

During this engagement, young people will have access to a training hub that will facilitate interactions with trainers, mentors, and peers who have benefited from the opportunities created by the Presidential initiatives.

Additionally, an Opportunities Hub will showcase stakeholder offerings to aid the youth in transitioning from learning to earning, while a Partners Hub will spotlight contributions from all partners of the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention.

This multifaceted event is designed to emphasise the importance of youth development programs and the PYEI.

The National Youth Development goal with the Belhar event is to create a dynamic platform that not only showcases existing youth programs and opportunities but also fosters direct engagement with young beneficiaries and stakeholders.

This dialogue aims to ensure continuous support and improvement in youth development initiatives.

Details of the event are as follows:

Date: 6 February 2024
Time: 13:30 for 14:00
Venue: Belhar Sports Centre

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa - media@presidency.gov.za 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

President Cyril Ramaphosa is deeply saddened by the passing early today, 4 February 2024, of His Excellency Dr Hage Gottfried Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia.

On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Ramaphosa extends deep condolences to the Government and people of Namibia, and especially First Lady Madame Monica Geingos and the immediate and extended family.

President Ramaphosa extends his sympathy to Acting President of the Republic of Namibia His Excellency Dr Nangolo Mbumba, the Cabinet of our neighbouring state and the leadership and members of the SWAPO Party at this time of mourning.

Dr Mbumba announced to the Namibian nation today that President Geingob had passed away while being treated for cancer.

President Ramaphosa said: “Today, South Africa joins the people of our sister state Namibia in mourning the passing of a leader, patriot and friend of South Africa.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Geingob family and the people of Namibia who have lost an outstanding leader in a year in which Namibia, like South Africa, is due to hold elections.

“I am deeply saddened at this time as I reflect on the privilege I had as recently as October 2023 to be hosted by President Geingob, Madame Geingos and the Cabinet on a Working Visit to Namibia.

“During the visit, we committed our two countries to even closer partnership, inspired in great measure by President Geingob’s passionate conviction about our shared future as nations and greater opportunities and prosperity for citizens on both sides of the Orange River.

“President Geingob was a towering veteran of Namibia’s liberation from colonialism and apartheid. He was also greatly influential in the solidarity that the people of Namibia extended to the people of South Africa so that we could be free today.

“We are therefore filled with appreciation and sadness at the passing of a comrade in struggle and a close partner in our democratic dispensation.

“May his soul rest in peace.” 
 

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa - media@presidency.gov.za 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

At the invitation of Lady Archbishop Maraga, Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Sunday, 04 February 2024, attend and deliver a keynote address at the 2024 commemoration hosted by the Saint John’s Apostolic Faith Mission.

The Saint John’s Apostolic Faith Mission was founded in 1938 by the late prophetess Nkgono Christinah Nku, who handed over the reins to the late Mkhulu Masango and the late Mkhulu Maraga in succession.

Currently, the church is led by Lady Archbishop GL Maraga, with branches in all nine provinces. The church also has a footprint in the neighbouring African countries.

The 2024 commemoration (sehopotso/isikhumbuzo) is a yearly special event that takes place every first Sunday of February and it is aimed at honouring present and previous leaders of the church for their commitment in extending a helping hand to their congregants as well as giving thanks for the continuous growth of the church and its people. This year’s theme is ‘Peace/ Khotso/ Ukuthula’.

The Deputy President will attend the event in line with his delegated function of promoting social cohesion initiatives and nation-building across all sectors of South African society.

“The role of the Church in building a better society did not end when we attained our democratic freedom. You have an important role to play in fighting social ills and uplifting the underprivileged in our communities, pushing for improved quality of life for all individuals”, said Deputy President Mashatile.

Members of the media are invited to cover the event as follows:

Date: Sunday, 04 February 2024
Time: 11h00 (media to arrive at 10h00)
Venue: Saint John’s Apostolic Faith Mission Headquarters: Masakhane St, Katlehong, Johannesburg, 1431

Dress Code: Men – Semi-formal (Jacket is mandatory)
Dress Code: Women – Skirt/dress (Headgear mandatory and no earrings)

Media enquiries: Mr Vukani Mde, Spokesperson to the Deputy President on 081 307 9233, or Ms Pinky Tsubele, Saint John’s Apostolic Faith Mission, on 083 390 3031. 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

The Presidency has noted the statement by the Democratic Alliance (DA) at the Union Buildings, during which the party purportedly wanted to hand over a ‘docket’ containing allegations of criminality against Deputy President Paul Mashatile.
 
Ordinarily, the very first port of call for anyone with evidence of criminal wrongdoing against anyone should be the police, to lay criminal charges. Anyone who uses laying criminal charges as a threat to be activated if they don’t get some or other demanded political concession is obviously acting with a political motive.

Any evidence of wrongdoing on the part of the Deputy President should be tested and verified by competent authorities.
 
 As part of existing and rigorous measures to ensure probity and ethical conduct among public representatives, the Deputy President and all other members of the National Executive signed the Executive Members Code of Ethics, which includes a sworn declaration of assets and income. 

As Members of Parliament, Cabinet members also make similar oaths and declarations on Parliament’s Register of Members’ Interests. These are public documents to which the DA and all other interested parties have unfettered access.

Guidelines and procedures have been adopted and implemented to subject members of the Executive branch and senior State officials to lifestyle audits, as an additional critical measure to prevent corruption and capture. 

The Government is committed to clean government, ethical leadership, and ending the scourge of corruption and state capture. 
 

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa - media@presidency.gov.za 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, 5 February 2024 deliver a keynote address during the 30th anniversary celebration of the Mining Indaba in Cape Town. 

This years theme, "Embracing the power of positive disruption: A bold new future for African Mining", marks three decades as Africa’s premier platform for deal-making and discussions on critical mining issues.

The President's participation underscores the significance of collaboration and sustainable development in the mining sector. His insights will contribute to disruptive discussions aimed at uncovering opportunities and addressing challenges within the industry. The event showcases Africa's commitment to attracting investment in its mining sector.

Details of the event are as follows:

Date: Monday, 05 February 2024
Time: 09h00
Venue: Cape Town 

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa - media@presidency.gov.za 

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria