The National Development Plan should cover and update aims to achieve the following objectives :
Uniting South Africans of all races and classes around a common programme to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality
Encourage citizens to be active in their own development, in strengthening democracy and in holding their government accountable
Raising economic growth, promoting exports and making the economy more labour absorbing
Focusing on key capabilities of both people and the country
Capabilities include skills, infrastructure, social security, strong institutions and partnerships both within the country and with key international partners
Building a capable and developmental state
Strong leadership throughout society that works together to solve our problems