{"id":94856,"date":"2025-02-04T15:29:11","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T13:29:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/?p=94856"},"modified":"2025-02-04T15:29:11","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T13:29:11","slug":"al-jama-ah-calls-for-actionable-roadmap-in-upcoming-sona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/al-jama-ah-calls-for-actionable-roadmap-in-upcoming-sona\/","title":{"rendered":"Al-Jama-ah Calls for Actionable Roadmap in Upcoming SONA"},"content":{"rendered":"

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za<\/a> <\/em>
\n3-minute read<\/strong>
\n04 February 2025 | 14:20 CAT<\/p>\n

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Al Jama-ah calls for an actionable roadmap at SONA 2025 \u2013 Prioritizing economic reform and social justice.<\/p><\/div>\n

With the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) by President Cyril Ramaphosa fast approaching, the Al-Jama-ah party has expressed cautious optimism. The party expects more than just rhetoric but rather a concrete and actionable roadmap to address South Africa\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n

Speaking to Radio Islam International<\/a>, Al-Jama-ah leader Ganief Hendricks emphasized the importance of revisiting the foundational principles of African liberation leaders, particularly drawing inspiration from Tanzania\u2019s first president, Julius Nyerere. \u201cNyerere championed not only political independence but also the socioeconomic upliftment of his people. In contrast, South Africa\u2019s National Development Plan (NDP) has failed to meet its targets, and we are now back to the drawing board,\u201d Hendricks stated.<\/p>\n

Among the NDP\u2019s key goals was reducing unemployment to 6% by 2030. However, with the unemployment rate currently at 34%, this objective remains far from being achieved. Hendricks criticized the failure of the National Planning Commission, which consisted of top minds from various sectors. \u201cThey set ambitious targets, yet we have not seen tangible results. We need a renewed commitment to economic reform,\u201d he argued.<\/p>\n

Hendricks also pointed to the widening inequality gap, citing the Gini coefficient, which was supposed to improve but has instead deteriorated. \u201cSouth Africa is now the most unequal country in the world. We cannot continue on this trajectory; SONA must bring real change,\u201d he asserted.<\/p>\n

A major concern raised by Al-Jama-ah is food poverty. According to Hendricks, the basic amount needed for an individual to afford food each month stands at R760, yet social relief grants currently stand at R370. \u201cA basic income grant of at least R1000 must be introduced to ensure that no South African lives below the poverty line by 2030,\u201d he proposed.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Hendricks called for the establishment of a South African Liberation Committee to drive economic freedom. \u201cWe achieved political freedom, but economic freedom remains elusive. A dedicated economic liberation committee should replace the National Planning Commission to ensure a people-centered approach,\u201d he suggested.<\/p>\n

With a government of national unity now in place, Hendricks believes there is a greater chance for meaningful reform. \u201cThe ANC and DA alone have failed to inspire hope. The inclusion of other parties brings fresh perspectives that could drive economic change,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n

As SONA 2025 looms, Al-Jama-ah urges the government to prioritize practical solutions over political posturing. \u201cThis is a critical moment. The president must outline a master plan with clear, measurable KPIs to address South Africa\u2019s pressing socioeconomic issues,\u201d Hendricks concluded.<\/p>\n

Listen to the full interview on Your World Today with Annsia Essack and Al-Jama-ah leader Ganief Hendricks here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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