Politics

Boredom and praise: Mzansi reacts to Sona 2019

08 February 2019 - 08:18 By Cebelihle Bhengu
subscribe Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package.
Subscribe now
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the 2019 State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday.
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the 2019 State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday.
Image: TimesLIVE

The 2019 State of the Nation Address started dominating news headlines and Twitter trends lists before it started, and continued to do so hours after it concluded.

This year’s Sona was President Cyril Ramaphosa’s second.

State-owned enterprises, access to higher education, women abuse, unemployment and the revival of the economy were among the key issues raised.

Unlike in recent years, the 2019 Sona proceeded smoothly for more than three hours, without any disruptions by the EFF. 

Members of the public took to Twitter to share their thoughts on the president’s address, general remarks and the fashion.

Here are some of the reactions:

READ MORE

Sona promised more than government can deliver, say opposition parties

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s state of the nation address (Sona) largely dealt with the issues facing SA, but it promised more than government can ...
Politics
5 years ago

Who wore it best: Nomzamo Mbatha vs ANC MP Dikeledi Mahlangu

The politician stepped out on the sona red carpet in a near identical gown to one the actress previously wore to an awards show
Lifestyle
5 years ago
subscribe Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package.
Subscribe now

Most read

  1. 'Man of God' dribbled by Zuma in parliament list wins case against MKP Politics
  2. LISTEN | ‘I’ve never met my father, and I don’t see the need to’: Malema opens ... Politics
  3. Mashatile's wife to return 'precious stone' to alleged Ponzi mastermind Politics
  4. Headache for parliament as Western Cape keeps R1.2bn irregular tender Politics
  5. POLL | Is Mtolo right in saying Ramaphosa and Mbalula should take ... Politics

Latest Videos

Julius Malema’s MOST Awkward Date EVER
Gravity - Official Main Trailer [2K HD]