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Sunday, June 8, 2025

ANC policies take a back seat at key 55th party conference

Political analyst say the adoption of critical policies may take a backseat at the ANC conference as members are preoccupied with who gets elected.

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

ANC conference fever grips delegates as Phala Phala showdown looms at Nasrec

Western Cape delegates are heading into conference divided on how they want the Phala Phala saga handled

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Nomvula Mokonyane’s chequered past won’t deter her ambitions

Dubbed ‘Mama Action’, Mokonyane made headlines for all the wrong reasons, and her rise has been attributed to her ‘political prowess’

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Ramaphosa makes promises in Philippi

Some Philippi residents were not impressed by Ramaphosa’s promises of jobs and fixing the electricity crisis.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Claims of cadre deployment and conflict of interest ahead of SABC board appointment

DA to write to Ramaphosa to object to possible appointment of Tsedu.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

W Cape ANC distances itself from a march calling for Ramaphosa to step aside

The party and its Dullah Omar region said it would investigate if ANC members participated in an ‘unsanctioned’ picket against Ramaphosa.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Zweli Mkhize criticises ANC leadership over Phala Phala crisis management

Mkhize decried the lack of planning on the part of the top six in managing the matter

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Provincial bosses could use their power to control ANC conference outcomes

With weeks to go before delegates descend to Nasrec, ANC bosses are expected to ‘force’ lower structures to fall in line

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Suspended ANC leader Andile Lungisa vows to fight on

The controversial leader is hoping to gain support to land him on the ballot to contest position of treasurer-general

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

DA prepares to elect to new leadership in 2023

Lobbying has begun within the DA as some leaders prepare for re-election while others are gunning for top position in Western Cape

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Opposition parties eager to scrutinise Phala Phala report

Parties will spend the next few days studying the independent panel’s report before Parliament makes a determination on its findings

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

What now for women seeking ANC top 6 positions?

ANC women leaders have pinned their hopes of garnering enough support to get nominated at conference for top 6

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Ramaphosa, Mashatile-led ANC ‘paints a gloomy picture’

Analysts have warned that the ANC was in for a tough election campaign irrespective of who was at the helm

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Western Cape is a political playground ahead of ANC conference - analysts

Neglect from the Cyril Ramaphosa faction has rendered the Western Cape open to persuasion, with political bigwigs descending upon the DA-run province.

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

New SG for Sasco ready to take over

Gqeberha-born Nosiphiwo Ngqunge says she’ll use her new role as Sasco secretary general to ensure students from poorer areas can access entrance to universities,

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Opposition parties underwhelmed by W-Cape medium term budget

MEC for Finance and Economic Opportunities Mireille Wenger delivered the province’s mid-term budget which outlined priorities

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Mashatile, Zuma vie for WC support ahead of ANC conference

ANC treasurer Paul Mashatile and former party president Jacob Zuma arrived in Cape Town seeking support.

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa and Keshia Africa|Published

Can Zweli Mkhize save the ANC and South Africa?

Mkhize’s supporters are adamant he is the best man for the job and could save the ANC and ultimately the country.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Eastern Cape doctors lift weight off women’s chests

The breast reduction marathon saw women between 23 and 47 years old have their large breasts reduced.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Uncertainty over ANC staff salary payments ahead of Christmas

Its financial woes started when the Political Party Funding Act was passed in April 2021.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Khoi join Contralesa’s calls for equal funding of SA royalty

All tribal royal families including that of the Khoi should receive support from tax payers similar to the privileges the Zulu monarchy enjoys

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Khoi joins Contralesa’s call for equal funding of SA royalty

All tribal royal families including that of the Khoi should receive support from tax payers similar to the privileges the Zulu monarchy enjoys

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Mkhize’s popularity grows

Two leagues, currently under the control of interim structures after being disbanded by the ANC NEC, are yet have a congress to elect a new leadership.

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

ANC in Western Cape to put forward younger, vibrant candidates for NEC

ANC in Western Cape to put forward younger, vibrant candidates for NEC

Weekend Argus News
Siyamtanda Capa|Published

Opposition calls for probe into Kannaland acting municipal manager

Keith Jordaan, who is shrouded in controversy, was appointed as municipal manager after a highly publicised motion of no-confidence was passed against the former ANC-led administration.

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Siyamtanda Capa|Published