Minimum wage a way towards a living wage: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the proposed national minimum wage is a way towards achieving a living wage.

Last week, workers from various unions marched across the country against the R20 an hour minimum wage and amendments to the labour laws.

Ramaphosa was speaking during his five-kilometre walk with the community of New Brighton in Port Elizabeth.

Watch Port Elizabeth residents join Ramaphosa in a morning walk: 

New Brighton has come alive with excitement. #SABCNews pic.twitter.com/POYVE9sR0U

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018

Thousands have come out to catch a glimpse of President Cyril Ramaphosa. #SABCNews pic.twitter.com/E09OX89Jh3

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018

The walk is ahead of today’s (Tuesday) May Day celebrations in Nelson Mandela Bay.

He says although his morning walks are aimed at promoting a healthier lifestyle, he also uses it as an opportunity to engage with ordinary citizens.

Click below to watch video:

President Cyril Ramaphosa sings happy birthday to little girl in PE. #SABCNews pic.twitter.com/9IqDtT3sx7

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018

There is alot of excitement in the air. #SABCNews pic.twitter.com/utSOrcCJiv

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018

#Walk with the President https://t.co/cQWqiORlOP

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018

People have already started arriving at Nangoza Jebe Hall for the 5.5km walk with President Cyril Ramaphosa. #Sabcnews pic.twitter.com/lSlsYnFqHz

— Jayed- Leigh Paulse (@JayedLeigh) May 1, 2018