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Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said his department would expose the truth behind the R800 million oxygen tender scandal.
Minister Macpherson reports significant progress in tackling South Africa's construction mafia, with 240 arrests made from 745 reported extortion cases. The government's dedicated Extortion Hotline has received nearly 800 reports as authorities work to reclaim infrastructure projects from criminal groups demanding illegal stakes in construction contracts.
Minister Macpherson and Mayor Truter have pledged to revitalise the neglected St Helena Bay and Saldanha Bay harbours, aiming to transform them into economic hubs that will create jobs and attract investment.
The DA has withdrawn allegations about traffic light violations in a mayoral car accident in Abaqulusi, while questions emerge about the municipality's R50 000 monthly vehicle rental costs
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, promises to address allegations of political patronage and corruption within the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), stressing that the status quo is unacceptable.
Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala launched a scathing attack on his boss, Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson.
Zikalala also took a swipe at Macpherson's educational qualifications, accusing him of only having a matric.
Tensions within the Government of National Unity raised its head once again this week during the State of the Nation Address debate in parliament.
Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala has criticised Minister Dean Macpherson for refusing to implement the Expropriation Act, accusing him of undermining the Constitution.
The opposition parties still insist on the expropriation of land without compensation while the Health Minister said the NHI will be implemented gradually in line with available financial resources.
Speaking during the debate, MK party MP Nhlamulo Ndhlela said Ramaphosa had spoken like someone who delivered his maiden speech with recycled promises and hollow rhetoric.
The opposition parties still insist on the expropriation of land without compensation while the Health Minister said the NHI will be implemented gradually in line with available financial resources.
The opposition parties still insist on the expropriation of land without compensation while the Health Minister said the NHI will be implemented gradually in line with available financial resources.
Public Works & Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said he would not be pressured by false reports, political collusion, or those being investigated for wrongdoing and promised to continue working in the department.
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said that when his party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), joined the Government of National Unity (GNU), morale in the department was low, and he found it crippled by neglect, inefficiency, and corruption.
Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala criticises Minister Dean Macpherson for spreading misinformation about land grabs, emphasising the constitutional duty of Ministers during the SONA debate.
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure has transformed The Dome for use in National Assembly sittings, with Minister Macpherson commending the team’s efforts to meet deadlines and ensuring parliamentary continuity.
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The signing of the Land Exploration Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa has sparked tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU), with DA leader John Steenhuisen demanding answers for not being informed before signing the bill.
Gloves are off within the Government of National Unity after president Cyril Ramaphosa signed the expropriation Bill last week. Several parties within the arrangement are unhappy.
Gloves are off within the Government of National Unity after president Cyril Ramaphosa signed the expropriation Bill last week. Several parties within the arrangement are unhappy.
Gloves are off within the Government of National Unity after president Cyril Ramaphosa signed the expropriation Bill last week. Several parties within the arrangement are unhappy.
At loggerheads are the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson and his deputy, Sihle Zikalala.
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.