President Cyril Ramaphosa says his government is making steady progress in transitioning the country away from harmful fossil fuels and aligning with global climate goals.
Writing in his inaugural Presidential Climate Commission Review published on Tuesday , Ramaphosa said this transition will include the introduction of landmark new climate change laws.
Ramaphosa noted that South Africa is also set to benefit from a landmark international deal to support this transition. “We must get this transition right for the sake of our people, our future economic competitiveness and the global climate change effort. The research makes a clear case for action and our citizens demand it. Let us continue to seize the opportunities presented by a greener and more sustainable economy.”Ramaphosa noted that some South Africans will be impacted by the move away from coal, with the government set to provide support for communities and businesses impacted by the transition.
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