Note to Editors: English and Afrikaans voicenotes from DA Leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, are attached here and here.
I congratulate the Democratic Alliance’s new representatives in the National Executive who are being sworn in today to serve the people of South Africa in the Government of National Unity and begin a renewed phase in the DA’s contribution to the GNU.
I have chosen this team to unmistakeably demonstrate the DA’s difference in government.
They will show that the DA governs better for all South Africans, and will work to get the economy growing to get more people into work.
The DA received a mandate from 3.5 million voters in 2024 to bring higher standards, clean government, reform and delivery into national government.
Those South Africans supported the DA because they want a government that is on their side. One that grows the economy, creates jobs, fights corruption, improves services, and governs well for all.
South Africa does not need politics as usual. It needs public representatives who understand that office is not an entitlement, but a responsibility.
The DA will continue to hold its team to high standards and expects every DA representative in government to be accountable, responsive and focused on results.
My expectation of all who serve in government is to show the DA difference in action. Raise standards, solve problems, listen to stakeholders, and deliver practical progress.
South Africa can work — for everyone. Our task now is to prove that through delivery, integrity and government that puts the people of this country first.