Thursday, August 7, 2025
Cabinet has reaffirmed that the upcoming National Dialogue is not merely a platform for discussion but a powerful mechanism for action aimed at laying the foundation for a more inclusive and united South Africa.
The remarks come as the country prepares for the convening of the first of the two conventions of the National Dialogue scheduled to take place from 15 to 17 August 2025 at the University of South Africa (UNISA) in Pretoria.
Speaking at a media briefing on the outcomes of Cabinet meetings, held on 22 July and 6 August 2025, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said Cabinet has received and considered a report on the progress made to date towards the convening of the first of the two conventions of the National Dialogue.
“This first convention is aimed at mobilising consensus on the focus areas for the National Dialogue that is planned to include South Africans from all walks of life coming together to define a vision for our country for the next 30 years.
“The National Dialogue is planned to [host] over 13 400 ward dialogues, in addition to 50 000 citizen-led engagements over the next 12 months from the convening of the first Convention,” Ntshavheni said.
She said the initiative has already seen an overwhelming interest, with 737 organisations from more than 30 sectors registering to participate, “reflecting the strong desire among South Africans to shape their shared future”. – SAnews.gov.za
