#FreedomDay address, President @CyrilRamaphosa reminded all South Africans that although we face challenging times, we are firm in our resolve to change our society for the better & emerge from this crisis stronger than before. pic.twitter.com/w9Hz8ecsZI
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Ramaphosa further stated that, when the country does turn the tide on Covid-19, it will still be confronted with a contracting economy, unemployment, crime and corruption, a weakened State, and other pressing concerns.
“We will have to find new, exceptional and innovative ways to overcome this. It is not something government can do alone,” he said.
As a result, Ramaphosa called on citizens to band together and stand united against disease, poverty, inequality and hunger.
“We can only overcome this crisis and rebuild our shattered economy if we work together. This year, we are celebrating Freedom Day apart, each of us confined to our homes.
“Next year, through your determination, through your courage and through your actions, we will once again celebrate Freedom Day together,” he concluded.
