The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s official visit to the province, to assess progress on service delivery, challenges and opportunities for inclusive economic growth.
The Presidential Oversight Visit, set to take place in Gqeberha from 15 to 16 April 2025, will be attended by leaders from all three spheres of government, and provides an opportunity for government to interact with residents.
Eastern Cape Premier, Oscar Mabuyane and his Executive Council are looking forward to engaging with President Ramaphosa and Members of the National Executive on key provincial priorities.
In a statement, the provincial government said the visit underscores the President’s commitment to engaging directly with provinces, strengthening collaboration, and driving South Africa’s broader development agenda.
“The provincial government is particularly encouraged by the visit’s focus on fostering synergy, sharing best practices, and enhancing service delivery to accelerate economic growth,” the statement read.
The two-day visit will include an oversight visit at Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), followed by a Joint Cabinet meeting, which will be extended to Executive Mayors of the Eastern Cape District and Metro Municipalities.
This platform will allow for a comprehensive review of progress made, as well as a candid discussion on both the challenges and opportunities in advancing inclusive economic growth and efficient service delivery for the people of the Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government said it remains committed to creating an enabling environment for investment, job creation, and improved public services.
“We are confident that this visit will strengthen the partnership between the Eastern Cape and National Government. Working closely with the President and his administration, we aim to accelerate development, address critical needs, and unlock the full potential of our province,” Premier Mabuyane said.
This visit will be the fifth engagement between the national executive and provincial governments following recent interactions between the President and the provincial governments of Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and Gauteng. - SAnews.gov.za
