As another rollercoaster year in South African politics draws to a close, big names are sharing their thoughts with the rest of the country as they look ahead to 2019. Cyril Ramaphosa, Mmusi Maimane and Julius Malema have all announced new policies. Message of the Year after the three major political parties enjoyed significant highs and lows over the past 12 months.
It was, of course, a year dominated by the ouster of President Jacob Zuma, efforts to clean up after state capture, and South Africa's march towards expropriation of land without compensation. The leaders of the ANC, DA and EFF made the following statements on New Year's Eve:
Cyril Ramaphosa's New Year message: “Work, work and more work”
Cyril conveyed a fairly realistic message, sprinkled with hints of optimism throughout. He praised the efforts of those who exposed state capture for what it was – yes, even a shadow of Jacob Zuma.
She also made job creation a priority for 2019 and vowed to combat the scourge of gender-based violence in South Africa. Prime Minister Ramaphosa also called on the party to continue its “spirit of renewal”.
Mushi Maimane's New Year's message: “Reject the politics of division”
The DA leader vowed to hold fast to the party's “one South Africa” message and build a non-racial vision for Mzansi's future.
Here, too, there were subtle signs of dissatisfaction with politicians. He argued that “many people will try to divide the country” in the 2019 election and implored voters to unite to reject populist politics.
“Our priorities are to build an inclusive economy, keep everyone safe at home and provide better basic services. , must give hope to all people.”
“2019 must be the year we build on the 1994 agreement on constitutionalism and non-racialism. Must be of.
This is crucial as we head into an election where many will be calling for divisiveness. We must stand together as South Africans against the efforts of those who seek to divide us. ”
Mushi Maimane
Julius Malema's New Year's message: “Once in a lifetime vote is coming”
The red beret issued by the EFF media team on Malema's behalf is at its peak in the run-up to the 2019 elections. They stressed that every vote will be counted at the ballot box next year, but also appealed to South Africans from all walks of life to care for each other and reject all forms of violence.
“We call on South Africans to grow in hope as 2019 will be a great year for the advancement of economic freedom. We will resist all forms of violence and look out for each other, from our parents to our neighbours. must be distributed.”
“This is the most important election year since 1994. There has never been a time when every vote tips the scales of power more than in 2019. Get ready to vote. And from the Cape to Cairo to the international community, We wish you a Happy New Year.”
Julius Malema and EFF