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Tensions escalate between ANC and Malatsi over future of SITA

ANC Communications spokesperson Imraan Subrathie warns that Minister Malatsi's decentralisation plans for SITA could jeopardise job security and economic growth in South Africa's ICT sector.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

OUTA supports Amendment Bill to limit ministers’ benefits and save taxpayers millions

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has submitted a formal request to Parliament in support of the Remuneration of Public Office Bearers Amendment Bill, aimed at limiting benefits for ministers and enhancing transparency in government spending.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Minister Macpherson: Empty state buildings now 'safe havens' for GBV victims

In a significant step to combat South Africa's 'second pandemic', Ministers Macpherson and Tolashe have handed over five state-owned buildings in Waterkloof to provide comprehensive shelter, counselling, and skills development for GBV survivors across all 52 districts.

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Rapula Moatshe|Published

Snakes, collapsing roofs plague Limpopo school as parents demand urgent action

Snake sightings, holes in the floors, and missing roofs and doors are just some hazards faced by learners at Mahlolwaneng Primary School in Limpopo, leaving parents demanding urgent intervention.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

MK Party threatens to put country on standstill if VAT increases

MK Party's Mzwanele Manyi warns of nationwide protests if Finance Minister proceeds with VAT increase in Wednesday's Budget Speech, proposing corporate tax hikes and wealth tax as alternatives to avoid burdening the poor.

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Simon Majadibodu|Updated

'No special skills, no stay' | IFP pushes new immigration legislation on undocumented foreigners

IFP leader Velenkosini Hlabisa announces plans for groundbreaking legislation to expedite deportation of undocumented foreign nationals, emphasising the protection of South African jobs while maintaining a stance against xenophobia.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Ramaphosa launches task force to save Johannesburg from urban decay

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.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Steenhuisen mobilises DA ministers: GNU achievements to take centre stage in local polls

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.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Tshwane proves governance can thrive without the DA, says EFF's Malema

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.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Gauteng Housing Crisis: DA demands answers from Human Settlements MEC Motara over 178,000 title deeds backlog

DA urges immediate action from MEC Motara to address Gauteng's 178,000 title deeds backlog and housing crisis.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Thousands welcome Mozambique opposition leader as he returns from exile

Thousands of people turned out to meet Mozambique's main opposition leader after he returned home from more than two months in exile Thursday to push his claim that he won the October presidential election.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published