We are back. Indeed,
this is in line with the district-based approach the President announced during the state of the nation address.
As the President committed our government to lead from the front on improved co-ordination, we are finalising agreements with the private sector and other development funding institutions, DFIs, for a much more co-ordinated effort in supporting SMMEs and co- operatives, which eliminates duplication and leverages the resources for a more impactful implementation.
We are here to implement the ANC manifesto, and it was indeed pleasing to hear members of the opposition benches speaking on ANC conference resolutions for they lack their own plans.
Interestingly, for a technology person, technology has failed me throughout the day. As I conclude, I would like to thank you Mr President for launching the buy local campaign at such an august occasion of our nation - the first state of the nation address of the sixth administration.
Tshiven?a:
Ri khou to?a uri buy local campaign i sa fhelele fhedzi kha u vha fulo. Ri khou to?a i tshi ?isa tshanduko ya mihumbulo kana kuhumbulele kwa vhathu vhashu, uri vha zwi ?ivhe uri musi vha
tshi shumisa masheleni avho vha tshi renga zwithu zwapo, vha khou tikedza kha u alusa ikonomi yashu.
English:
Like someone else said, buy local is not about buying from a local Chanel and Louis Vuitton store, it is about buying locally produced and made goods. [Laughter.] It is about growing the demand for our economy. We are committed to walking the journey with SMMEs as they deliver quality goods for all markets as we promote the buy local mindset shifts. Following on your giant footsteps, Mr President, I am beautifully dressed by Mr Rembu Ramagoma of Muhuyu House of Creations based in Pretoria West in Tshwane. [Applause.]
Tshiven?a:
Ndo livhuwa.