‘Ramaphosa must go’ march in Tshwane set to call for president to resign
Civic movement #StandUpSA, together with the youth-led movement Enough Is Enough, will lead the ‘Ramaphosa must go’ march in Pretoria on Monday, calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to step down from his role.
In a statement, the movement confirmed that it would be leading the march on Monday, October 20, 2025.
According to the two groups, Ramaphosa failed to curb corruption in various government departments and has also failed to show real leadership and take responsibility.
They also blamed his government for the weak economic growth, growing inequality, and the everyday struggles of South Africans dealing with unemployment, poverty, and poor basic services.
“We are marching not out of anger, but out of love for our country and a commitment to its future.”
Organizers said the march would resume from Church Square in Pretoria, which has been officially secured as the assembly point for the upcoming #RamaphosaMustGo march.
“The Tshwane Metro Police Department has also officially granted our permit for the march taking place on Monday, October 20, 2025,” the statement read.
The march marks “a major milestone” in the movement’s preparations, as it moves closer to what it calls “one of the most important civic actions of our time.”
“South Africans across Gauteng are gearing up to stand together in unity, peace and purpose, demanding real leadership and accountability when we say #RamaphosaMustGo,” the statement said.
The march will assemble at 9 a.m at Church Square in Pretoria, depart for the Union Buildings at 10 a.m, arrive at 11 a.m to hand over a memorandum of grievances and address marchers, and disperse at 1 p.m.
In a separate statement, both groups reiterated their calls for accountability, leadership and a government that serves its people.
“President Ramaphosa has failed in his duties as head of state. South Africa is on autopilot – decisions are delayed, accountability is absent and the daily struggles of ordinary citizens continue without leadership or direction.”
“We are governed by a presidency that appears disconnected from the realities of the people. Every few months, new loans are secured from international lenders, yet there is no transparency or visible impact on economic recovery. The result is a stagnant economy, deepening inequality and a loss of national confidence,” the groups added.
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