The State of the Province Address (SOPA), hosted by the Honourable Speaker, is important for the People of the Province as it covers not only the political and socio-economic state of the province, but also it addresses all service delivery commitments of GPG for the year ahead.
The Premier also highlights the previous year’s achievements and challenges, detailing corrective measures identified and undertaken to tackle the challenges and sharing lessons learnt over the past year. GPL hosts the Premier on behalf of the people of Gauteng.
The Premier’s presentation, i.e., GPG’s service delivery plan of action for the year ahead essentially serves as GPL’s oversight agenda for that year. It sets the basis of what GPL will hold Gauteng Provincial Departments accountable for – to ensure that service delivery is realised in the province.
One of the key functions of GPL is to encourage and facilitate wide public participation to ensure that the Legislature responds directly to the needs of Gauteng People. The People of Gauteng should actively influence the decisions that their elected Political Representatives make on their behalf.
On 23 February 2026, the Honourable Speaker Morakane Mosupyoe will welcome Premier Panyaza Lesufi to deliver the State of the Province Address (SOPA). This isn’t just a ceremony, it’s the moment that sets the pulse for the year ahead. Get ready for a bold look at our province achievements and a first look at the high-impact priorities that will shape the future of Gauteng!
The Official Opening of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature will be streamed live on the Gauteng Provincial Legislature Youtube channel.
