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Mashatile, Ministers under fire for R200 million travel bill, including R900,000 Japan stay
This week, the party revealed that Deputy President Paul Mashatile and his staff have incurred over R2 million in travel-related expenses for transport and accommodation since last year.
Batohi stands her ground as NPA prepares new Gupta extradition bid
The National Prosecuting Authority said there were renewed attempts to extradite the Gupa brothers. Batohi said work was being done to ensure that the brothers were brought to justice.
Jacinta Zinhle MaNgobese Zuma's campaign against illegal immigration gains support
Jacinta Zinhle MaNgobese Zuma's March and March Until We Win campaign is gaining momentum across South Africa, despite facing resistance from government departments. The campaign aims to address the challenges posed by illegal immigration and calls for urgent government intervention.
Jabulani Fire Station faces crisis as two out of three fire trucks are out of service
ActionSA President Herman Mashaba exposes the critical state of Jabulani Fire Station, where two-thirds of fire trucks are out of service, endangering community safety and demanding immediate action.
MK proposes major constitutional changes: land, elections, compulsory military service
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has unveiled a bold set of proposed constitutional amendments aimed at transforming South Africa’s legal framework. These amendments seek to prioritise citizens' rights, address historical injustices, and redefine national identity ahead of the 2025 Constitutional Review process
ActionSA threatens legal action against IPID over delayed Phala Phala report
ActionSA warns of legal action if the Independent Police Investigative Directorate fails to deliver the Phala Phala investigation report by June 30, following an extension request citing technical issues.
Anti-migrant politics escalate as ActionSA seeks to change Constitution
Political analysts say political parties like ActionSA hoping to score points with anti-migrant sentiment ahead of 2026 elections are misguided and risk deepening public resentment without electoral reward.
Joburg in decay | Johannesburg’s water woes and the quest for dignity
Rand Water has undertaken critical maintenance on its key infrastructure which started on Thursday. Some affected areas will be without water for up to 21 days.
Westville schools need probes, justice for Jayden-Lee Meek and obsesssion with ICJ case must stop, say readers
Readers of the Daily News write in to give their views of news and events
Political parties guarded on effectiveness of Durban's R70. 9 billion 2025/2026 budget
eThekwini Municipality's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026 has been approved, but councillors express mixed feelings about its potential impact on residents. This article explores the various perspectives on the budget and the concerns raised during a council meeting.
Durban's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026: Political parties weigh in on its impact
eThekwini Municipality's R70. 9 billion budget for 2025/2026 has been approved, but councillors express mixed feelings about its potential impact on residents. This article explores the various perspectives on the budget and the concerns raised during a council meeting.
Is eThekwini Municipality's R3. 6 million fan park expenditure justified?
ActionSA expresses concern over the eThekwini Municipality's R3. 6 million expenditure on fan parks for the Nedbank Cup Final.
Concerns raised over R1. 8 million payment for incomplete stadium project in Durban
The eThekwini Municipality seeks approval for R1. 8 million to rehabilitate the Rotary Stadium amid concerns over contractor performance and budget shortfalls
Fuel levy increase amid VAT scrapping, 'robbing Peter to pay Paul'
The National Treasury's fuel levy proposal has ignited fierce debate among parliamentarians during the 2025/26 Budget briefing, with significant implications for South African taxpayers.
National Treasury set to unveil significant spending reviews to Cabinet
The National Treasury is set to unveil crucial spending reviews aimed at reforming government expenditure, with key findings expected to be presented to Cabinet soon.
National Treasury faces backlash over fuel levy increase amid VAT hike scrapping
The National Treasury's fuel levy proposal has ignited fierce debate among parliamentarians during the 2025/26 Budget briefing, with significant implications for South African taxpayers.
Murder rate down, but political parties say SA still in crime catastrophe
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu revealed the fourth quarter crime figures for the 2024/25 financial year on Friday. This saw a decrease in murder rates but a rise in Gender-Based Violence (GBV), including rape.
Political parties urge Godongwana to deliver a pro-poor budget
As Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to present the national budget, opposition parties demand a focus on jobs and essential services for South Africans
Cut spending and the budget will pass, Godongwana told ahead of speech
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces mounting pressure to balance public demands for increased funding and a wealth tax while steering clear of austerity measures in the upcoming 2025 Budget.
Godongwana under pressure to maintain spending
Finance Minister Godongwana is under increasing pressure to avoid austerity measures in the upcoming 2025 budget, as economic challenges loom.
Godongwana under pressure to avoid austerity measures in the 2025 Budget
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces mounting pressure to balance public demands for increased funding and a wealth tax while steering clear of austerity measures in the upcoming 2025 Budget.
Budget 3. 0: Godongwana's Crucial Task Amid Economic Pressures
In less than a week, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will have a crack on the 2025-26 budget for the third time in a period of two months and find revenue to plug the about R75 billion budget shirtfall.
Godongwana faces budget challenge amid economic pressures
In less than a week, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will have a crack on the 2025-26 budget for the third time in a period of two months and find revenue to plug the about R75 billion budget shirtfall.
ATM's Vuyo Zungula calls out black parties in GNU for neglecting community needs
Are black political parties in the GNU truly serving their communities? ATM leader Vuyo Zungula thinks not, accusing them of prioritising ministerial roles over real community needs.
Political parties urge immediate action as unemployment hits 32. 9% in South Africa
Political parties in are urgently calling for economic reforms and stronger leadership as the unemployment rate rises to a staggering 32. 9%. With millions jobless and a deepening crisis, the need for immediate action has never been more critical.