Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Thembi Siweya, says everyone in South Africa must be counted.
“Even those South Africans who are outside the borders of South Africa must be counted,” Siweya said.
Taking part in a webinar organised by Government Communications (GCIS), in partnership with the National Press Club, Siweya encouraged everyone to participate in the Census, saying the data will assist government to plan.
“As government, we are interested in the data as it is going to assist in planning. We are encouraging everyone to participate in the Census and get counted,” Siweya said.
Siweya explained that from the numbers that will be obtained, government will be able to plan for the future.
“We encourage our people to cooperate with the field workers, be honest and give them accurate information,” the Deputy Minister said.
At a media launch of Census 2022, Siweya urged all social partners to get behind the Census 2022 project.
In total, Statistic South Africa will deploy a total of 165 000 field workers throughout the country.
South Africans are also encouraged to register online for Census 2022.
Click here to read more.
Disclaimer: Bible Media News (BMN)* is an independent faith-based media organization. Please note that all press releases and statements published by BMN do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Bible Media.
Photo: Pixabay
