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Ladies and Gentlemen Economic Operators, Dear Development Partners, Thank you for your welcome and for this opportunity to address you, essential players in our economy. We find ourselves at a pivotal moment, where challenges call us to demonstrate not only lucidity, but above all unity and collective boldness. It is this unity that I want to talk to you about today. Let's look at the facts: our economy is on solid footing. We have recorded sustained growth, attracted structuring investments a…

We strongly encourage foreignowned companies to source materials and utilize local factories instead of relying on imports while also providing funding and training to help local firms adopt new technologies. Our people are absolutely the greatest asset. It is critical to invest in training, apprentichip and technical education, thereby empowering young South Africans to recognize opportunities within advanced manufacturing and technologydriven industries. South Africa needs to be at the forefro…

Governments calls upon cherry to work hand in hand with us as government in identifying and promoting local suppliers especially those that are led by the youth. For it is in this strength of our supply chains that the resilience of our industry is secured. And it is in the creativative of young entrepreneurs that the future of our economy is written. Bringing township suppliers into the automotive value chain will not only strengthen Cher's own operations but also bring transformation into the …

The acquisition of Roslin factory by Cherry or Cherry International is a powerful signal to global investors that South Africa remains a trusted destination for industrial investments. It is a vote of confidence in our people, our institutions, our infrastructure, our long-term future as well. It reinforces South Africa's role as an automotive gateway to Africa. Government values this investment as it is anticipated to positively impact lives of many ordinary people in the surrounding communitie…

When we talk about a national vision for sustainable development, we are talking about a model of economic development that creates security. For a state that is resistant to crises, for institutions that create trust and for an economy that is able to compete in the most developed markets. For an economy that creates opportunities for young people to stay here, invest and build their future at home. That is why our vision is clear, to build a state in which success will not depend on privileges…