President Cyril Ramaphosa is preparing to address the nation following multiple reported incidents of suspected food poisoning across various regions. This national address is expected to outline the government’s response, preventive measures, and safety protocols being put in place to reassure the public.
Recent cases have sparked concerns regarding food safety standards, and authorities are collaborating to identify the causes and ensure public health is safeguarded. Ramaphosa’s speech will emphasize collective action and the importance of adherence to food safety guidelines to prevent further incidents.
Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation this week on government’s response to the rising incidents of suspected food poisoning in the country.
Cyril Ramaphosa to address nation
Learners are the most affected, with some of them dying and others being admitted to hospital. The crisis has led to widespread criticism of government’s decision to suspend food sales on and around school premises.
Addressing the media yesterday at Parliament following a Cabinet meeting, Ntshavheni said, “The President will address the Nation on interventions government is taking to deal with this situation. In the meantime, the Department of Health has activated the National Institute for Communicable Disease (NICD) to trace and examine the source of the poisoning of foodstuffs and make recommendations. The ANC Youth League is calling on president Cyril Ramaphosa to urgently address the nation on food safety.
Pressure is mounting for a state of emergency to be declared following the deaths of several children from suspected food poisoning.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation to discuss significant developments or pressing national issues. This broadcast will likely focus on current challenges, government strategies, or urgent updates affecting South African citizens
This after they allegedly purchased snacks from spaza shops.The ANC Youth League is demanding that only South Africans should be allowed to own spaza shops.
Meanwhile, the Gauteng provincial government has announced an intervention plan, including the re-registration of spaza shops. The public is being urged to remain vigilant.
Source: eNCA
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