Political parties have cautiously welcomed last night's State of the Nation Address by President Jacob Zuma, saying it touched on key areas and that his plans can go a long way in addressing decades of socio-economic problems. Zuma's speech focused on job creation. He declared 2011 the year of job creation, promising to reduce unemployment with a R9 billion jobs fund over the next three years. He said the private sector would get billions in tax breaks to stimulate job growth in … [Read more...] about Political Parties Have a go at Sona
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SONA by the Numbers
21 years - since former President Nelson Mandela walked to freedom after 27 years as a political prisoner. 17 years - since South Africa’s transition to a non-racial, non-sexist, equal and democratic society. 400 000 - the number of additional people served with basic water supply in 2010. 81% - the proportion of the country electrified, compared to 63% in the year 2000. 8,6% - the decline in the murder rate over the past year. 15 million - the number of South Africans currently … [Read more...] about SONA by the Numbers
