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Mail & Guardian
4 days ago
- Politics
- Mail & Guardian
‘National Dialogue is no talk shop,' organisers say
Looking to the future: Nkosinathi Biko (left) heads the committee that will steer the National Dialogue. He and Samora Biko (right) are the sons of Steve Biko. Photo: GCIS But the Democratic Alliance has said it will boycott the dialogue that will take place over nine months, calling it a waste of time and money This content is restricted to subscribers only . Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently. Subscription enables: - M&G community membership - independent journalism - access to all premium articles & features - a digital version of the weekly newspaper - invites to subscriber-only events - the opportunity to test new online features first Already a subscriber?
Eyewitness News
14-06-2025
- Business
- Eyewitness News
R700m for National Dialogue will contribute to building a better SA, say organisers
JOHANNESBURG - With the National Dialogue estimated to cost about R700 million, the committee spearheading the initiative said this money would contribute to building a better South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the establishment of the dialogue earlier this week, which is aimed at strengthening the country's democracy. The committee spearheading the dialogue estimates that at least R700 million will be required to facilitate its rollout. The dialogue will unfold through a series of public engagements across the country over a six to nine-month period. Committee chairperson, Nkosinathi Biko, said that the dialogue would play a major role in bringing South Africans together for much-needed national conversations. "When we dip our hands into our pockets on a Friday or Saturday, what are we buying with our R11? Can we, for the first time in 30 years, take just one R11 to put in that portfolio for our democracy and look after it?"
News24
13-06-2025
- Politics
- News24
‘Democracy is not cheap': Estimated R700m needed for national dialogue to reimagine SA
Steve Biko Foundation CEO Nkosinathi Biko has been appointed as the chairperson of the national dialogue preparatory task team. X/@BikoFoundation Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once. Start your FREE trial now
Eyewitness News
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
SA's National Dialogue boasts a task team to steer public engagements
JOHANNESBURG - A task team has been appointed to lead preparations for the upcoming National Dialogue. This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the dialogue, which will include public engagement sessions, will take place on 15 August 2025. The preparatory task team held a media briefing in Johannesburg on Friday to outline the planning. ALSO READ: The team responsible for preparing the national dialogue includes representatives from the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC), The Presidency, and various national foundations. It is chaired by Nkosinathi Biko, executive trustee of the Steve Biko Foundation, with Lindiwe Gadd from the Chief Albert Luthuli Foundation serving as deputy chair. Biko says alongside the national convention scheduled for August, public engagements remain the most crucial aspect of the National Dialogue. "The first national convention shall be a gathering of representatives of the broadest range of South Africans, whose task is to set a broad agenda and fine-tune processes of the public engagements." The ultimate goal is to develop a 30-year action plan through this dialogue that will guide South Africa onto the right path.
