Cabinet says South Africa’s transition to democracy continues to inspire hope for many people around the world.

The remarks come after Cabinet approved the publication of the report ‘Towards a 30-Year Review of South Africa’s Democracy (1994-2024)’, which heralds the story of South Africa’s transition into democracy since the historical elections of 27 April 1994.

The 30-Year Review Report is structured on 13 thematic areas informed by four important references, including the 1994 Reconstruction and Development Programme and its five objectives; the 1996 adoption of the Constitution; the 2012 National Development Plan; and the Medium-Term Strategic Framework 2019-2024 to reflect seven priorities of the sixth administration.

‘The review report highlights important lessons in the evolution of our democracy. Over the last 30 years, the country has attained a stable democracy, with strong institutions and a considerable global influence,’ Cabinet said in a statement on Monday.

Cabinet said the review report w
ill be published by the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and members of society will have an opportunity to engage the report.

White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration approved

Meanwhile, Cabinet has approved the White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection for implementation.

This follows a wide consultation process undertaken by the Department of Home Affairs in all nine provinces.

The policy aims to provide a framework to guide citizenship, immigration, and refugee protection, considering the country’s national security interests and in compliance with international agreements and protocols on migration that South Africa is party to.

It will also promote South Africa’s economic interests, transformation, and job creation efforts.

Source: South African Government News Agency