President Jacob Zuma says South Africa has made significant strides since democracy, in improving access to basic services
He says the country is leading the struggle to eradicate unemployment, inequality and poverty through promoting inclusive economic growth.
Zuma was speaking at a Freedom Day celebration at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Friday.
He said the country's fourth democratic administration's main challenge was to ensure that more people would benefit from economic growth, while building on the strength of the same economy.
Zuma added that government still had a lot to do regarding land restitution and re-distribution.
