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# Tag: SONA

##### Government infrastructure investments must go beyond bricks and mortar – A global perspective

February 11, 2025

Author | Bani Kgosana Across the globe, ageing infrastructure threatens economic stability. In the US, the American Society of Civil Engineers consistently rates much of the country’s infrastructure as subpar, citing the need for trillions in rehabilitation costs. In Europe, concerns about decaying rail networks, bridges and public buildings are pushing policymakers to reconsider maintenance [...]

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infrastructure
Municipalities
Public Sector
Water Management
Eskom
Fleet management
SONA

##### A reflection on the 2020 SONA and budget speech

March 24, 2020

By: Kolosa Madikizela (PrCM, PrCPM, PMP) – Managing Director Pragma Africa The proper management of physical assets is essential to the wellbeing of our society. As I step into my role as Pragma’s MD for Africa, this realisation is confirmed daily. Similarly, our latest State of the Nation Address (SONA), by President Cyril Ramaphosa, and [...]

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Budget Speech
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Government
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Planning and Execution
Pragma Africa
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