SA has lost its moral compass - Zuma

President Jacob Zuma accompanied by Gauteng Premier Nomvula Nomvula Mokonyane, Deputy Minister in the Presidency Obed Bapela and Johannesburg Mayor Parks Tau joined the elderly people of Alexandra in celebrating the 100 centenary of the Itlhokomeleng Association for Aged and Disabled Persons. Picture: GCIS.
| 23 September 2012
JOHANNESBURG - President Jacob Zuma on Saturday said the country has lost its moral compass and urged South Africans to do some soul searching.

Zuma told crowds at the Alexandra township centennial celebrations that citizens need to have conversations about the future of their country.

The president said the country is losing its good reputation abroad due to the ongoing violence and chaotic protests that have grabbed international headlines in recent weeks.

Zuma said the country faces a threat by its own people, who have abandoned the values of ubuntu.

Zuma told the packed stadium there is hope for the township which is underdevelopment.

He promised that things will change for the better.

“When we meet in October, we will find a solution.”

The president said he was encouraged by how the community is working together to improve the area.

Earlier, Zuma met with community leaders to discuss the challenges facing the township.
 
(Edited by Lindiwe Mlandu)