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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.
ATM calls for the ban of Elon Musk's Starlink in South Africa, citing legal concerns
The African Transformation Movement has urged the South African government to ban Elon Musk's Starlink service, citing legal violations and threats to national sovereignty amid a controversial claim by Musk regarding race and business operations
Opposition parties unite against Budget 3. 0, claiming it neglects the poor
Political parties in South Africa have expressed strong opposition to the 2025 National Budget, highlighting concerns over unemployment, poverty, and inequality as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana unveils Budget 3. 0. "
Opposition parties reject Budget 3. 0, say it has failed the poor
Opposition parties in South Africa have united to reject the 2025 National Budget, dubbed Budget 3. 0, citing its failure to address critical issues such as unemployment and poverty.
Political parties call for action as South Africa's unemployment crisis escalates
Political parties are demanding urgent action from the government as the crisis deepens, highlighting significant disparities and the need for effective job creation strategies.
Political parties demand action as South Africa's unemployment crisis escalates
As South Africa's unemployment rate hits a staggering 32. 9%, political parties are demanding urgent government action to tackle the escalating crisis.
Malema labels DA and FF Plus as enemies of progress, vows against coalition government
Julius Malema, leader of the EFF, reiterates his party's firm stance against collaborating with the DA and FF Plus, labelling them 'enemies of progress' during a recent speech at the Land Reclamation Day event.
GNU in jeopardy | ANC demands action against DA ministers after budget rejection
ANC's National Working Committee pressures Ramaphosa to remove DA ministers who opposed the budget, with a special NEC meeting scheduled for Monday, while Zille warns such action would collapse the GNU.
Security guard wounded in Hammanskraal mall during ATM bombings
A gang of 30 suspects orchestrated a brazen attack on a Hammanskraal shopping mall, bombing five ATMs and engaging in a shootout with law enforcement. One security guard was wounded in the violent heist that has prompted a police manhunt. "
Daring ATM heist at Jubilee Mall: Gang led by man wearing red dress
An gang of 30 men, led by a man in a red dress, bombed five ATMs at Jubilee Mall in Hammanskraal, resulting in a dramatic police shootout and an ongoing manhunt.
South Africa-US relations: No crisis as yet, says Zungula
As diplomatic tensions rise between South Africa and the United States following the expulsion of Ambassador Rasool, ATM leader Vuyo Zungula maintains a measured outlook, emphasising South Africa's strong international relations and readiness to pivot towards alternative partnerships.
Two armed suspects killed in Lenasia shootout as police crack down on ATM bombing syndicate
In a dramatic shootout in Lenasia, police fatally shot two armed suspects linked to a series of ATM bombings, raising concerns over safety in the area.
Fight to release Ipid Phala Phala report may end up in court
Senzo Mchunu defends the top-secret classification of the IPID report on the Phala Phala scandal, stating it protects witnesses, as opposition parties prepare to escalate the matter to court.
Mchunu says no cover-up in Top-Secret Phala Phala Ipid report
Police minister Senzo Mchunu explains why he is not releasing the Phala Phala Ipid report to the public.
Experts slam 'selective transparency' in Phala Phala scandal probe
Constitutional Court justices and political analysts challenge the secretive handling of the Phala Phala scandal, as Police Minister Mchunu faces criticism for classifying the IPID report. Critics argue this forms part of a broader pattern of protecting President Ramaphosa from accountability.
Political experts warn Phala Phala probe stalled by presidential influence
Political analysts reveal how the classification of the IPID's Phala Phala report as 'top secret' signals deeper institutional challenges, suggesting true accountability may only emerge after President Ramaphosa leaves office.
PICS: Cops share festive cheer with four-year-old boy allegedly snubbed by Father Christmas at East London mall
Gonubie police officers, in the Eastern Cape, took some time out of their schedules to spread festive cheer with a youngster, who was allegedly ignored by Father Christmas at a local mall.