# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the National Dialogue will proceed on 15 August, despite divisions within the Preparatory Task Team. Six Foundations, including the Thabo Mbeki and FW de Klerk Foundations, wanted it postponed to October. Ramaphosa says the gathering is crucial for inclusive discussions on national challenges. The Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says the Eminent Persons Group reaffirmed support, urging credibility and inclusivity:
Presidency insists National Dialogue will proceed despite divisions [SOUND]
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