Cape Town – ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing his party’s policies on land, health, and education within the Government of National Unity (GNU), despite opposition from the Democratic Alliance (DA).
The DA has criticised the recently signed Expropriation Act, which allows land expropriation without compensation, labelling it unconstitutional and threatening legal action. They have also opposed the National Health Insurance (NHI) and Basic Education Laws Amendments (BELA) Acts.
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Speaking at the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) lekgotla in Kempton Park on Saturday, Ramaphosa emphasised the ANC’s determination to advance the National Democratic Revolution (NDR) and address public needs through its policies.
He dismissed doubts about the GNU’s effectiveness and pledged to stay on course with the party’s transformative agenda.
“Even in the GNU we have a clear obligation and a task to implement the policies and decisions and measures that seek to advance the NDR and, more importantly, to advance the interests of our people through the various decisions that we have taken, that we are taking, and that we will continue to take, be they related to education, be they related to health, be they related to the issue of land.
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“Those who have been doubtful about the efficacy of our participation in the GNU and even doubting whether we will be able to continue to execute the policies of our movement that are meant to advance the interest of our people.
“We’ll have to see whether we are deviating or staying the course, and we are staying the course,” said Ramaphosa.
The lekgotla aims to strengthen the ANC, promote unity and discipline, and tackle internal corruption, ensuring the party remains aligned with its goals despite challenges within the GNU.
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