As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to deliver the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SoNA), there are key expectations. The address will focus on the government's plan to drive inclusive growth, tackle high unemployment, and reduce poverty while improving healthcare and education. It will also emphasize building a capable, ethical state and addressing the high cost of living. With South Africa’s 30th anniversary of freedom and democracy, and its G20 Presidency, there’s anticipation of bold strategies to tackle these pressing national challenges.