Ramaphosa’s Opening of Parliament date confirmed: SA urged to ‘reflect on Mandela’s values’

President Cyril Ramaphosa after taking his oath of office for a second term as President of South Africa. Photo: GCISThe President has confirmed with National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, and National Council of Provinces Chairperson Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane that 18 July will be the day he gives the Opening Parliamentary Address.

The joint sitting of the two houses will be held at Cape Town City Hall with preparations for the event now underway. on this day is a fitting tribute as it calls on individuals and communities to take time to reflect on Mandela’s values and principles and to make a positive impact on communities and globally,” stated The Presidency.

“The OPA occurs once every five years after national and provincial elections and provides a platform for the newly elected. It is essential to avoid confusing or equating the OPA and SONA, referring to them interchangeably, or labelling the OPA as a “second SONA”, it added.The African National Congress, Democratic Alliance and their GNU partners are attempting to solve a puzzle in a fraction of the time it has taken other nations.

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