Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefed the media on 3 July 2026, outlining the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on 1 July 2026. The executive discussed the current trajectory of the national economy and assessed the progress of the Government of National Unity’s (GNU) core priority programmes.
Infrastructure And Economic Growth
During the briefing, the Minister emphasised a renewed focus on large-scale infrastructure investment as a primary lever for economic recovery. Cabinet members highlighted that scaling up these projects is essential to stimulate job creation and improve service delivery across the country.
Cabinet has reiterated its commitment to accelerating infrastructure projects to stimulate job creation and economic growth.
Border Management Authority Oversight
Government also approved the formal submission of the Border Management Authority (BMA) annual performance report to Parliament. The report details the agency’s operational outcomes and its effectiveness in managing the country’s ports of entry.
The Border Management Authority is critical to our national security and the facilitation of legitimate trade; its oversight remains a priority for this administration.
The BMA remains a central component of South Africa’s national security framework, particularly regarding the regulation of trade and the curbing of illegal cross-border activities. Parliament is expected to review the performance report in the coming weeks to ensure accountability and assess the BMA’s impact on regional security.