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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.