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Helen Zille warns that President Ramaphosa's potential removal of DA ministers could spell the end of the Government of National Unity. What does this mean for South Africa's political landscape?
Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa is proposing harsh new penalties under the IMSI Bill that could see individuals jailed for up to 10 years if they obstruct government interventions in dysfunctional municipalities. The legislation aims to strengthen national and provincial authority when stepping in to address service delivery failures at local government level. The bill includes penalties for hiding information, intimidating officials, or disrupting legally mandated interventions.
DA leader John Steenhuisen reveals critical deliberations regarding the party's future in the Government of National Unity, highlighting potential implications for South Africa's political landscape.
The ANC is in a tight spot as it seeks support for the 2025/26 national budget from BOSA, which has outlined specific conditions for its endorsement. Will these negotiations lead to a breakthrough?
South Africa is crying out through the struggles of its people. This article challenges every South African to reflect on their role in the nation's future and to take action against corruption and injustice.
Violence erupts in Ditsobotla Local Municipality as leadership crisis deepens with two mayors, two speakers, and two municipal managers claiming authority. Provincial government launches investigation amid service delivery concerns and financial instability.
Malema claims government misleads public on VAT increases, revealing plans to raise the tax rate to 16% over two years, impacting low-income households.
President Ramaphosa launches groundbreaking presidential working group to tackle Johannesburg's urban crisis, bringing together all tiers of government and stakeholders in an unprecedented intervention to restore South Africa's economic hub.
The near-entirety of Trump’s speech consisted of elaborate (and not-so-elaborate) attempts to troll Democrats. How did “owning the libs” become a substitute for anything resembling a legislative agenda?
DA leader John Steenhuisen's strategy to leverage GNU ministerial achievements for local election campaigns faces scrutiny as political analysts warn of potential backfire, citing lack of tangible local-level results.
South Africa's Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has rejected Barloworld's R123. 10 per share takeover bid, citing governance concerns. The state-owned asset manager's opposition, along with other key shareholders, threatens to derail the R23 billion buyout plan led by CEO Dominic Sewela and Saudi-based Zahid consortium.
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has firmly rejected claims of division within the Cabinet over the controversial VAT hike proposal, emphasising that the Government of National Unity remains focused on serving all South Africans despite Democratic Alliance opposition.
The EFF is also eyeing a potion in the GNU. Last year, Malema mentioned that they were just waiting for the DA to exit the unity government so that they could enter.
In her address, Minister Gwarube stressed the importance of quality education in addressing the country’s ongoing inequalities, emphasising the hope for the country’s future.
It is expected that President Cyril Ramaphosa's January 8 speech will highlight the ANC's recent electoral difficulties as well as the party's strategic priorities and goals for the coming year.
Tumisang Pinane of the African National Congress in Limpopo, promises to address service delivery issues at the troubled Thabazimbi local municipality after being elected as a mayor.
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) needs to adopt a pro-pan Africanist posture as it failed to show its ability to govern anywhere, and that it will never win a municipality or lead one, but rather secure only councillors seats.