Deputy Speaker, the task of the Presidency is to lead, manage and develop the strategic agenda of government, and oversee and continually monitor the realisation of government's programme of action especially under the current economic climate.
Since the ANC assumed power in 1994, we have made the point consistently that government programmes should be geared towards changing the lives of our people and uplifting them.
President Zuma has responded to this challenge by creating new mechanisms to ensure that there is continuous monitoring and evaluation of programmes aimed at eradicating poverty and improving service delivery to the poorest of the poor.
For the first time in the history of South Africa, Cabinet members are signing performance agreements. The ANC welcomes and supports the signing of these contracts as it is a testament to the commitment the ANC-led government has made towards eradicating poverty, fighting crime, and providing affordable and quality health care and education. Working together as various spheres of government, the Presidency is changing the way government works, showing us that together we can do more. I thank you. [Applause.]