{"id":15357,"date":"2025-07-11T09:45:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T07:45:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=15357"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:17:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:17:02","slug":"president-ramaphosa-national-address","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/president-ramaphosa-national-address\/","title":{"rendered":"President Ramaphosa Announces Urgent National Address for Sunday, 13 July 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on Sunday, 13 July 2025, at 7:00 PM SAST. The urgent address follows serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi concerning senior political and police leadership<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-schools-urged\/\">Gauteng Schools Urged to Pay Outstanding Water and Electricity Bills<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-background-and-context\">Background and Context<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On 6 July 2025, while President Ramaphosa was attending the BRICS summit in Brazil, Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi publicly detailed numerous allegations implicating high-ranking officials in the South African Police Service and political circles. These claims have raised significant concerns about national security and governance integrity<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>President Ramaphosa committed to addressing these developments upon his return from Brazil, recognising their critical implications for the country\u2019s security and public trust<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\"><\/a>.&nbsp;After several days of consultations, he has scheduled this national address to inform South Africans directly about the government\u2019s response and any forthcoming measures<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1279056934\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-purpose-of-the-address\">Purpose of the Address<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the full content of the speech remains undisclosed, the nation expects it to cover the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The nature and status of investigations into the allegations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government actions to safeguard national security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possible reforms within the police service and political leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steps to restore public confidence in institutions<a href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The address will be broadcast live across major television and radio stations, including SABC 1, 2, and 3, SAfm, and streamed on official government platforms<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\"><\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/presidencyza\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-national-security-and-public-interest\">National Security and Public Interest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This address comes at a pivotal moment for South Africa\u2019s national security landscape. The allegations have sparked public debate and calls for accountability. The President\u2019s speech aims to provide clarity and reassurance that the government is taking these matters seriously and is committed to upholding the rule of law<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-894636010\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-watch\">How to Watch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Citizens can watch or listen to the address on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SABC television channels 1, 2, and 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SAfm and other national radio stations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official government websites and social media channels, including the Presidency\u2019s Twitter page<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/presidencyza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO BRIEF THE NATION ON NATIONAL SECURITY MATTERS<br><br>President <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CyrilRamaphosa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@CyrilRamaphosa<\/a> will on Sunday, 13 July 2025, address the nation on developments arising from a public statement by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi that details allegations\u2026<\/p>&mdash; The Presidency \ud83c\uddff\ud83c\udde6 (@PresidencyZA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PresidencyZA\/status\/1943297232427425920?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 10, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/PresidencyZA\/status\/1943297232427425920\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X (Twitter)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-importance-of-the-address\">Importance of the Address<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>National addresses by the President are vital for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transparent communication<\/a> on issues affecting the country\u2019s stability and governance. This speech is anticipated to be a defining moment, outlining the government\u2019s stance and next steps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/news\/ramaphosa-address-nation-kzn-police-mkhwanazi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">regarding the allegations<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news24.com\/politics\/ramaphosa-to-address-the-nation-on-sunday-about-mkhwanazis-explosive-allegations-20250710-0809\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broader security concerns<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allafrica.com\/stories\/202507110023.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.za\/news\/media-advisories\/media-briefings\/president-cyril-ramaphosa-briefs-nation-national-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownetc.com\/news\/ramaphosa-to-address-nation-on-allegations-against-police-and-political-leaders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials encourage South Africans to stay informed through official channels and to engage responsibly with the information shared.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on Sunday, 13 July 2025, at 7:00 PM SAST. The urgent address follows serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi concerning senior political and police leadership. ALSO READ: Gauteng Schools Urged to Pay Outstanding Water and Electricity Bills Background and Context On 6<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":15366,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on Sunday, 13 July 2025, at 7:00 PM SAST. 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