- President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) on Thursday, 18 July 2024.
- The event marks the start of the new five-year parliamentary cycle.
- Extensive security measures and road closures are in place in Cape Town.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) on Thursday, 18 July 2024, marking the start of the new parliamentary term.
How to watch Parliament opening live in South Africa
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South Africans can watch the OPA live through various platforms. The address will be broadcast on all major television and radio stations, providing comprehensive coverage for those who prefer traditional media.
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What to expect from Ramaphosa’s address
It’s expected that President Ramaphosa’s address will outline the key priorities and policies of the seventh administration, setting the stage for the new five-year parliamentary cycle.
The president’s address could include insights into the government’s strategic objectives, policy priorities, and comprehensive plans for the upcoming term.
For Ramaphosa, the occasion serves his a rallying point for the entire nation, which he will likely use to emphasise the collaboration of the executive, legislature, and judiciary in pursuing national progress and prosperity under the banner of the Government of National Unity (GNU).
Coincidentally, the address coincides with the celebration of 30 years of South Africa’s democratic transition and Mandela International Day, adding significant symbolic value to the occasion.
The event also marks the first joint sitting of the two Houses of Parliament since the adoption of new rules in November last year, aimed at maintaining decorum and preventing disruptions.