A family meeting is expected today in the Republic of South Africa, the presidency announced today. President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation tonight on the latest Covid-19 developments.
The address, which airs at 20h00 today, Monday 11 January 2021 – will focus on developments in relation to the country’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic.
The address follows meetings in recent days of the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC), the President’s Coordinating Council (PCC) and Cabinet.
President Ramaphosa also hosted a virtual engagement on Sunday 10 January 2020 between government and interfaith leaders on the COVID-19 Risk Adjusted Strategy which is an inclusive national effort that enables adaptive responses to the shifting pandemic.
This engagement focused on the unfolding pandemic in the country and on the continent, including efforts to secure vaccines for all.
The President’s address will be broadcast and streamed on a range of platforms that are accessible to South Africans and international audiences.
Media enquiries: Tyrone Seale, Acting Spokesperson to the President – 083 5757 440
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