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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube outlines the efforts towards finalising regulations for the Basic Laws Amendment Act
The Economic Freedom Fighters have opposed the potential appointment of Joel Pollak as the US Ambassador to South Africa, labelling him a 'white supremacist' and vowing to block his entry into the country.
Cyril Ramaphosa highlights the vital role of early childhood development in shaping a more equitable education system in South Africa.
FF Plus endorses AfriForum's controversial visit to the US, urging President Trump to influence South African policies, despite criticism from President Cyril Ramaphosa.
AfriForum said their visit at the White House stemmed from frustrations with the South African government's refusal to address their concerns.
President Cyril Ramaphosa makes a landmark admission about South Africa's 30-year failure in implementing crucial early childhood development programmes, while outlining ambitious plans to transform education for 13. 5 million learners. The President's candid acknowledgment at the Basic Education Lekgotla sets the stage for fundamental changes in the country's education landscape.
The 2025/26 National Budget Speech was postponed to March 12 after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana could not deliver it on Wednesday due to parties being at loggerheads over the proposed hike in VAT.
Ramaphosa drew a line in the sand, saying no law binds him to negotiation with parties before signing a bill into an act.
The President reiterated the governments stance on the DRC, saying they will do what they can within their means to support the peace effort to finally end the conflict.
The Government of National Unity (GNU) partners glorified Ramaphosa's speech and it was one of the most powerful speeches he has ever made. This also saw the Democratic Alliance (DA) which has criticised Ramaphosa since he was president, clap hands for him.
Minister Siviwe Gwarube warned of a crisis in South Africa’s education system, urging urgent reforms, increased funding, and improved teacher training. She reaffirmed plans to eradicate pit toilets by 2025 and launched the Safe Schools app for accountability.
The DA and ANC traded blows in the debate on the State of the Nation Address delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the first since the establishment of the Government of National Unity.
With ease the ANC had its way with the Basic Education Laws Amendment or Bela, thwarted a DA minister’s attempt to withdraw the SABC Bill in Parliament and recently had the Expropriation Bill signed into law in what now will become a true test of the GNU.
Elon Musk has called for immediate sanctions for Julius Malema and for the former ANC Youth League leader to be declared as an international criminal, while the EFF leader says the billionaire is an enemy of the South African people.
As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for his SONA address, Bosa leader Mmusi Maimane has called for urgent solutions to address the nation’s growing economic and social challenges, citing GNU’s failure to address key issues.
Julius Malema expresses EFF's readiness to collaborate with the ANC in a unity government, but firmly excludes the DA from the process.
Nomvula Mokonyane, the ANC’s first deputy secretary-general, outlines the party’s achievements under the Government of National Unity during the 113th anniversary celebration in KwaZulu-Natal.
Ramaphosa will have to walk a tightrope as he would have to please GNU partners as well as allies within the Tripartite Alliance.
Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to deliver his first State of the Nation Address under the Government of National Unity, addressing pressing issues like unemployment, crime, and energy security while navigating coalition challenges.
EFF leader Julius Malema reveals the party’s plans for 2025, focusing on rebuilding its structures and combating corruption within the Government of National Unity.
Speaking to IOL, Solidarity head, Werner Human said Gwarube asked them to prolong or extend the deadline date, as she was busy with guidelines on dealing with contentious clauses in the Bela Act.
The Inkatha Freedom Party expresses its concerns over President Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the Expropriation Bill, emphasising the need for greater consultation and consensus among political parties.
DA leader John Steenhuisen calls for a reset in relations with President Ramaphosa following the controversial signing of the Expropriation Bill, highlighting concerns over the ANC’s commitment to coalition governance.
Cosatu dismissed AfriForum's legal threat against the BELA\ Act, confident that the case will fail and the Act will transform South Africa’s education system for the better.
Parliament’s basic education committee insists on the urgent implementation of the Bela Act, highlighting its potential to reform school admissions and ensure equitable access to education.