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GNU partners face off as DA challenges Employment Equity Act in court
The Democratic Alliance's legal challenge to the Employment Equity Act not only reveals significant policy rifts within South Africa's Government of National Unity but also raises critical questions about the future of coalition governance.
BOSA's R180bn plan to reverse the VAT hike
BOSA wants departments with overlapping mandates to be streamlined and vanity projects to be scrapped to redirect funds towards education, health, infrastructure, and job creation.
Maimane: BOSA reveals R180bn plan to reverse VAT hike in Budget
BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane unveils a R180 billion alternative revenue plan to reverse the VAT increase, while proposing expenditure cuts and calling for greater stability within the GNU.
'Yet another devastating blow to South Africans': DA on the return of load shedding
The DA warns that Eskom's Stage 3 load shedding, announced just before the President's State of the Nation Address, will have dire consequences for South Africans facing escalating energy tariffs.
ActionSA and EFF slam ArcelorMittal layoffs, highlight policy and governance failures
As ArcelorMittal shuts down operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging, ActionSA and EFF accuse the government of failing to address critical industrial challenges, leading to widespread job losses and economic decline.
Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledges ongoing challenges in South Africa's democracy
President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged that South Africa was characterised by extreme inequality, poverty, and unemployment.
'We lost elections, GNU oppresses citizens but we remain unshakeable' - EFF
“Poverty remains one of the most pressing issues, with millions living below the poverty line, struggling to access basic necessities like food, water, and shelter,” the EFF said.
LIVE BLOG: ANC to set up Government of National Unity, in talks with EFF, IFP, DA, NFP and PA
Follow IOL for updates on ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing the party’s coalition option.