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Ramaphosa leads the digital race, but SA ‘needs leaders who are present’ – report
['Faizel Patel', 'Senior Journalist']
The Citizen
It underscores the critical role of social media in fostering transparency, accountability, and trust between leaders and citizens.
ALSO READ: Ramaphosa leading on X among government leaders, report findsSocial mediaThe report assessed how government leaders use X to engage with citizens and comes at a pivotal moment in South Africa’s democratic journey.
Verification and credibility gaps:Only 10 of the 34 ministers on X have verified accounts, raising concerns about credibility amid rampant misinformation.
Call for government leadersThe report serves as a clarion call for government leaders to embrace X as a strategic tool for nation-building.
“They need to think more about fostering transparency, building trust, and driving meaningful public discourse,” Tshenkeng said.