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Transparency Revolution: GNU Ministers Outshine ANC Counterparts

Published August 01, 2024
6 months ago


In a significant shift within South African politics, the Government of National Unity (GNU) has ushered in a wave of transparency that seems to place ANC Cabinet ministers in the shadows. The inclusion of former opposition parties such as DA, IFP, PA, PAC, and UDM in the governance structure has introduced a more open and informative approach to political leadership. Their decision to regularly share their working plans and engage with the public stands in stark contrast to the ANC's historically sporadic updates, typically restricted to parliamentary accounts and izimbizos.


Of note is DA's Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen, who recently highlighted the agricultural sector's role in economic growth at the Agri Eastern Cape Congress in Jeffreys Bay. Similarly, DA's Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure remains consistently in the media limelight, confronting issues such as the construction mafia head-on.


Dean MacPherson, another key figure in the government, has halted the procurement of new state properties for officials, a move reflecting fiscal responsibility and practical governance. Meanwhile, Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie envisions a bolstered participation in the next Olympics, advocating for a strong investment across all sporting codes.


In the realm of correctional services, Minister Pieter Groenewald has taken decisive measures against lawlessness within prison walls, directly addressing the smuggling of dangerous goods and the consequent crime surge.


However, amidst this commendable surge in openness and proactive dialogue, political analyst Prof Ntsikelelo Breakfast warns of the pitfalls of public exposure without due cabinet deliberation. Breakfast, alongside analyst Zakhele Ndlovu, underscores the importance of consistent transparency for fostering good governance and public trust.


In collaboration, GNU ministers are setting a new standard for leadership accountability by ensuring their strategies and initiatives are not only visible but also part of the public discourse. The ANC, perceived as once taking its electorate for granted, now faces a pointed call to adapt to these changing tides in political engagement and responsibility.



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