Labour calls for economic policy overhaul at Sona
Unions demand end to austerity measures and focus on service delivery
05 February 2025 - 05:00
Labour federations have called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to take decisive action in his state of the nation address (Sona) on Thursday to address the country’s socioeconomic crises.
The address, which marks the annual opening of parliament, will be Ramaphosa’s first as head of the government of national unity (GNU) which has been hailed for garnering business and investor support. It was formed after the ANC lost its majority support during general elections in May 2024. ..
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