DA not interested in positions but in serving - Steenhuisen

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Published 2024-06-19

DA leader John Steenhuisen says for the party, it is not about positions but being in areas where they can serve the people of South Africa. Steenhuisen says the party would like to focus on key areas such as infrastructure, the economy, and lifting people out of poverty. "We would like to fit into positions there." Steenhuisen also says the Phala Phala matter was not discussed in negotiations with the ANC. Steenhuisen says the law must follow its course. "Just because we are in the GNU, doesn't mean accountability comes to an end."

He speaks to Newzroom Afrika's Naledi Moleo.

Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.

All Comments (21)

@daviddidiermukendi6926 12 days ago

I believe the GNU will be a good government .
@sheilahiramaneck9800 12 days ago

Well done John spoke very well
@jennywood7426 12 days ago

Well spoken John. South Africans are ready for a better future for all.🙏🇿🇦
@-ef5sz 12 days ago

Exactly that's the attitude of a good leader. Thank you john you understand what South Africa needs 💙💙
@jodypetersen 12 days ago

Jhon,the political maturity is spot on. We need more of this in our country.
@Suziebreathingbones 12 days ago

I am very excited about our new government. With the grace of God, we will reach new heights 🙏🏻
@user-og1kl8et4v 12 days ago

We the people of SA are optimistic about GNU we hope the spirit is peace and unity can be amongst them through out the 5th yr term to show that we are indeed the rainbow nation ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
@sburger1146 12 days ago

We seriously need to fix our roads and jail our corrupt leaders.
@Joe-sm7lm 12 days ago

ALL politicians (including the DA) should serve the PEOPLE .. NOT a particular leader or party.
@johanntheopienaar3635 12 days ago

Listning to JS gives me hope and I have huge respect for JS and the DA team.
@user-mv8yl2jo1m 12 days ago

Perfect opportunity to learn that it's not all about titles it's about getting the job done
@user-ym2kt1om7g 12 days ago

Reduce the number of ministers in the cabinet. Do we really need deputy ministers??
@kamps492 12 days ago

John you're the biggest winner 🏆
@ruthsakwe5151 12 days ago

Mandela said to the ANC , work together with the white people . And Zuma came to power , and did his own thing . He is still fighting , for what ?
@alsonmbatha3844 12 days ago

Sometimes we need people who are having interest of the people of South Africa not their egos because egos take us back 50
@kudziegondo 12 days ago

John our President....this country will grow
@HenryLuzzi 12 days ago

South Africa can resolve its problems by professionalizing their Civil Service. The "Cadre deployment" must end forthwith, anyone below a minister must NOT be connected to any political party.
@Dubandlela1 12 days ago

The definition of unity in our country is unique and new
@user-fv3cw3vy5l 12 days ago

That's the way to go!!!!Good luck for the future.❤
@RAJANNAIDOO-xh7qy 12 days ago

John steenhesen is a the greatest politician I ever known His heart is for the interest of South Africa and the people of South Africa 🙏