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Addressing SA’s foot-and-mouth disease: The need for strategic vaccination and traceability
South Africa faces significant challenges in combating foot-and-mouth disease, with the Freedom Front Plus calling for improved traceability, strategic vaccination, and domestic vaccine production to mitigate economic impacts on farmers.
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.
Freedom Front Plus defends Orania amid EFF's calls for review
In a heated political clash, the Freedom Front Plus defends Orania against the Economic Freedom Fighters' demands for its eradication,
VAT hike debate: Godongwana insists Parliament holds the power to reverse
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the controversial 0. 5% VAT increase in the 2025 budget, clarifying his position and the role of Parliament in the decision-making process.
‘I’m not married to any increases’ – Godongwana on VAT hike debate
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the controversial 0. 5% VAT increase in the 2025 budget, clarifying his position and the role of Parliament in the decision-making process.
'Markets won't like it': FF Plus warns of negative market reaction if ANC expels parties from GNU
Could the ANC's expulsion of dissenting parties destabilise South Africa's economy? FF Plus warns of potential negative market reactions.
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.
Will the DA stay in the GNU? Leader John Steenhuisen hints at crucial decision ahead
Facing a pivotal moment, the DA plans to challenge the budget approval in court while deciding its future in the Government of National Unity.
Budget 2025 | Opposition united in fury over VAT hike and reform failures
South Africa's major opposition parties have launched a unified attack against Finance Minister Godongwana's 2025 budget, with the DA, EFF, and FF Plus forming an unprecedented alliance against the proposed VAT increases. Their resistance, coupled with concrete alternative proposals, signals a potential parliamentary showdown that could reshape the country's fiscal policy.
Pieter Groenewald steps down as FF Plus leader to focus on ministerial duties
Pieter Groenewald resigns as leader of the FF Plus to dedicate his efforts to the role of Minister of Correctional Services, highlighting the need for new leadership and addressing pressing issues within South Africa's prison system.
FF+ slams Hawks' treason probe against AfriForum, says ANC should face charges
The Freedom Front Plus (FF+) has launched a scathing attack on the Hawks' decision to investigate AfriForum for high treason, arguing that the ANC's state capture involvement poses a greater threat to South Africa, and that the probe was politically motivated.
Budget postponement sparks political dispute among GNU parties
Allegations of political gamesmanship have surfaced, with various parties taking jabs at each other regarding the reasons behind the delayed tabling of Godongwana’s speech.
Budget postponement sparks political tussle among GNU parties
Political parties in South Africa’s Government of National Unity are embroiled in a dispute over the postponement of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech, with accusations of political gamesmanship flying between coalition members.
Some GNU partners want cut on spending in revised budget
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces mounting pressure from GNU partners as they debate budget cuts and a controversial VAT increase ahead of the 2025 budget presentation.
DA blocks damning report on tenders
The decision was made during a council meeting where the DA together with the FF Plus voted in favour of a recommendation by municipal manager Anneleen Vorster, who was named in the report, for it not to be made public.
GNU prepares for revised budget discussions ahead of March 12 presentation
Government of National Unity prepares for crucial budget discussions as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana aims to address tax proposals and economic growth.
GNU squabbles hurt SA’s budget
The 11th hour announcement came after the DA made it clear that it would not support the proposed Budget.
GNU slammed over cancellation of budget speech
The postponement followed a disagreement between parties in the GNU.
Swellendam report under council scrutiny
The report by Advocate Etienne Vermaak, an independent investigator, made a long list of scathing findings, recommending criminal charges to be brought against implicated officials.
DA mayor’s election shrouded in controversy
Francois Du Rand was previously ousted through an ANC-sponsored motion of no confidence supported by former FF Plus Speaker Juan van Schalkwyk amid accusations that the mayor had failed to act on serious corruption allegations against senior officials including the municipal manager.
Political fallout from SANDF soldiers’ deaths in the DRC
The urgent debate in the National Assembly highlighted the political and financial interests behind the South African troop deployment in the DRC.
GNU partners react to proposals in State of the Nation Address
GNU partners express mixed reactions to their proposals included in President Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address, highlighting both achievements and concerns.
Drama unfolds as Swellendam mayoral election ends in stalemate
Freedom Front Plus councillor Juan van Schalkwyk thwarted plans to elect a DA mayor when he resigned at the end of the council meeting.
FF Plus councillor resigns, thwarting DA's mayoral plans in Swellendam
Juan van Schalkwyk dropped a bombshell when he resigned as council Speaker and member of the FF Plus, saying his values and principles were not up for negotiation.
Swellendam's political landscape shifts: DA welcomes FF+ support for mayoral vote
Democratic Alliance secures crucial backing from Freedom Front Plus for its mayoral candidate in Swellendam, following a turbulent motion of no confidence that reshaped local governance.