Speeches for 2009
Opening address by His Excellency President JG Zuma at the World Economic Forum on Africa, Cape Town
We wish to extend a warm welcome to all distinguished delegates to this session of the World Economic Forum on Africa.10 June 2009
Address by President Jacob Zuma in response to the debate on the State of the Nation Address
One of the most wonderful things about being a South African is our very progressive Constitution.09 June 2009
Address by His Excellency JG Zuma, President of the Republic of South Africa, at the Presidential Golf Challenge prize-giving ceremony and dinner, Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West
It’s a pleasure to join you tonight on a lighter note, having completed the heady business of the State of the Nation.04 June 2009
State of the Nation Address by His Excellency, JG Zuma, President of the Republic of South Africa; Joint Sitting of Parliament, Cape Town
On the 22nd of April, millions of South Africans went out to cast their votes. They exercised their democratic right spurred on by the desire to change their lives for the better.03 June 2009
Address by the President of South Africa, His Excellency Mr Jacob Zuma, at the opening of the Pan Africa Mall, Alexandra, Johannesburg
No township personifies the resilient spirit of our people like Alexandra! It is therefore inspiring for us to be in Alex today. This township is home to many leaders of the ANC.24 May 2009
Address by the President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Mr Jacob Zuma at the closing ceremony of the DLF IPL T20
It has been a great pleasure to be part of the excitement of the DLF IPL T20 that has gripped our country over the last five weeks.24 May 2009
Address by the President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Mr Jacob Zuma, at the graduation ceremony of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Zululand, King Bhekuzulu Hall, KwaDlangezwa, Empangeni
A graduation ceremony takes place after a lot of hard work and sacrifice. You deserve our praises and good wishes on coming this far.23 May 2009
Address by President Jacob Zuma, at the graduation ceremony of the Faculties of Commerce, Admin and Law, and Science and Agriculture of the University of Zululand, Empangeni
I am delighted to be here during this joyous celebration. Last month millions of you voted into power our fourth democratically elected government. We have decided to make hard work, excellence, and achievement a cornerstone of our new administration.22 May 2009
Transcript of the Questions and Answers session following the media briefing on the announcement of Cabinet members by President Jacob Zuma
Mr President, what reaction do you anticipate from the financial markets following the change of Minister? Can we expect any major changes of economic policy?10 May 2009
Statement by President Jacob Zuma on the appointment of the new cabinet
We have since the launch of the ANC Manifesto indicated the type of new administration we envisaged in terms of size, shape and political focus.10 May 2009
