# President Cyril Ramaphosa says investing in early childhood development now will save South Africa billions in the future. Addressing the Bana Pele Summit in Johannesburg, he said quality early learning reduces poverty, improves education outcomes, and lowers costs in healthcare, social services, and crime prevention. Ramaphosa highlighted studies showing that every rand spent on […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government has pledged to invest ten-billion-rand in early childhood development over the next three-years, with a focus on universal access. The funding will support ECD centres and improve foundation skills for young children. In his keynote address at the Bana Pele Summit in Johannesburg, Ramaphosa urged businesses, government, and […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent action to expand early childhood development. Speaking at the Bana Pele 2030 Roadmap Leadership Summit in Johannesburg, he highlighted its role in breaking cycles of poverty and unlocking economic potential. Ramaphosa says strong early education leads to better school outcomes, workforce readiness, and long-term economic benefits:
