President Cyril Ramaphosa’s busy schedule for August 2023 includes attending global summits and addressing pressing issues facing his nation. Here are the key events and initiatives he will be participating in:
Netball World Cup 2023
On 6 August, President Ramaphosa will attend the Closing Ceremony of the Netball World Cup 2023. He will address the event, praising the National Netball Team, The Spar Proteas, for their gallant effort and competitive display. The tournament’s successful hosting reaffirms South Africa’s ability to accommodate world-class events.
Women’s Day National Commemorative Event
President Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the Women’s Day national commemorative event on 9 August in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. The event will commemorate the 67th anniversary of the 1956 women’s march, and President Ramaphosa will encourage equal pay for equal work in football and all women’s sports.
9th District Development Model (DDM) Presidential Imbizo
On 11 August, President Ramaphosa will engage with the community of Chris Hani District in Eastern Cape Province during the 9th District Development Model (DDM) Presidential Imbizo. This ongoing program aims to facilitate an integrated, district-based service delivery approach that accelerates service delivery.
43rd Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government
President Ramaphosa will attend the 43rd Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government in Luanda, Angola, on 17 August, focusing on the theme “Human and Financial capital: The Key Drivers for Sustainable Industrialisation in the SADC Region.”
State Visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping
On 22 August, President Ramaphosa will welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping to South Africa for a State Visit at the Union Buildings. The visit will strengthen bilateral relations with China, and several memorandums of agreement will be signed.
SAPS Biology Section with DNA Analysis
On 31 August, President Ramaphosa will officiate the opening of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Biology Section with DNA Analysis within the Forensic Science Laboratory in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Province. The expansion will help address the backlog in DNA analysis and assist in the fight against crime.
Other Initiatives
In addition to these events, President Ramaphosa has extended his condolences to the family of former Ivorian President Henri Konan Bédié and concluded a successful working visit to the Russian Federation to discuss South Africa and Russia’s bilateral relationship.
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s August schedule reflects his commitment to addressing the pressing issues facing South Africa and fostering international partnerships for peace, security, and development. His presence at these events and initiatives will surely leave a lasting impact on the nation and beyond.
