Political leaders gathered on Thursday at the Southern Africa Europe CEO Dialogue in Johannesburg to debate the future of South Africa.
Those in attendance included ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula, EFF leader Julius Malema, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba, DA leader John Steenhuisen, and IFP leader Velenkosini Hlabisa.
The debate focused on several key issues, including:
The agenda for the future of South Africa
South Africa’s role in international relations
Economic priorities and reforms for a better country
Tackling unemployment and poverty through proposed measures
The 2024 general elections and expectations
Whether South Africa has a clear national interest
The discussion was moderated by Godfrey Mutizwa, chief editor of CNBC Africa.

