President Cyril Ramaphosa has set a bold new tone in South Africa, urging the nation to shift its focus inward and prioritize local solutions to the country’s challenges. In a powerful declaration, Ramaphosa called on citizens to abandon a culture of external complaints and embrace self-reliance, innovation, and collective action.
His message is clear: South Africans must harness their creativity, resilience, and talents to overcome the country’s pressing issues, drawing on homegrown knowledge and resources rather than seeking outside remedies. Ramaphosa’s call reflects a shift towards greater empowerment, accountability, and national pride.
[WATCH] President Cyril Ramaphosa says, "This is not the time for any of us to rush off to foreign lands to lay complaints about issues we ourselves can solve here in this country.". He adds, "We need South African solutions for South African problems." pic.twitter.com/zpAz6BGdZR
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“South Africa’s future lies in our hands,” he emphasized, encouraging citizens to work together to build a more prosperous and equitable society. This vision promotes local ingenuity and collaboration as the foundation for sustainable progress.
The president’s call to action is a rallying cry for unity and self-sufficiency. It signals a departure from dependency and victimhood, urging individuals to take ownership of their futures and contribute actively to their communities.
As this renewed focus on internal solutions resonates across the nation, it has sparked optimism and determination. Ramaphosa’s words have inspired a collective drive towards building a resilient, innovative South Africa—one defined by its ability to overcome challenges from within and forge a path toward lasting progress.