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Are petrol stations in South Africa jeopardising vehicle safety? Mikateko Mahlaule, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources, demands immediate government action to shut down stations selling contaminated fuel, a growing concern affecting many motorists.
The National Union of Mineworkers is contemplating support for the South African Communist Party in the upcoming local government elections, citing waning support for the ANC and the need for better representation of workers' interests.
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has decided to throw its weight behind the South African Communist Party instead of the ANC, signaling growing discontent with the ruling party's Government of National Unity arrangement with the DA. Political analysts warn this shift could further erode the ANC's already diminishing electoral support ahead of the 2026 local elections.
The committee has been called on to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions and convene an urgent public hearing to hold the department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources accountable for its alleged failures.
The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.
The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.
Veterans of the ANC’s Umkhonto weSizwe are spearheading a project to reintegrate former comrades, including Jacob Zuma, as they strive for unity and reconciliation within the party.
Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe threatened to withhold critical minerals from the United States in response to Donald Trump's criticism of South African policies and funding threats. Speaking at the African Mining Indaba, Mantashe asserted Africa's position as a global mineral powerhouse, emphasising the continent's right to leverage its resources for development.
Gwede Mantashe dismisses Trump’s threats, asserting Africa's mineral wealth and calling for unity against financial coercion.
Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe calls for Africa to assert its position as a global mineral powerhouse, announcing plans for a Critical Minerals List while challenging international pressure at the Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Donald Trump and Elon Musk sparked outrage with tweets accusing the SA government of “confiscating” land and perpetuating racist ownership laws.
Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe has told delegates at the 31st edition of the Invest in African Mining Indaba that the country is to become an exploration site, as precious metals regain ground.
In a tweet on Monday morning, Musk asked, ‘Why do you have openly racist ownership laws?’
The ANC continues to prove why the so-called renewal of the organisation, championed by its President Cyril Ramaphosa, is a failed strategy.
The mining industry recorded 42 fatalities this year, and no disaster-type accidents were reported in 2024 compared to one accident in 2023, where 13 mine employees lost their lives in a conveyance accident.
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources said on Wednesday that Minister Gwede Mantashe will on Thursday, 23 January 2025 release the Mine Health and Safety statistics for the 2024 calendar year.
With the ANC facing challenges following poor electoral performances, particularly in KZN, party officials are considering harsh measures, including the possible disbandment of the respective struggling provincial executive committees.
Saftu says hunger has been used as a weapon to achieve the same outcome.
Saftu says hunger has been used as a weapon to achieve the same outcome.
Minister Gwede Mantashe has called for intensified efforts to combat illegal mining, describing it as a crime against the economy. Over 240 illegal miners have been arrested in Stilfontein’s ongoing rescue operations.
Saftu says hunger has been used as a weapon to achieve the same outcome.
ANC chairperson Gwede Mantashe was quick to dispel any notion that the device of transport used by Mbalula was sanctioned by the ANC.
Media reports suggested that Mbalula's yacht arrival stunned fellow ANC leaders and observers alike during the ANC event meant to reflect on the painful history of the party.
Gwede Mantashe said losing the majority in 2024 was a massive setback which meant the ANC had to use its brain quicker, to ensure there is governance.
The tensions between the SACP and the ANC, in spite of attempts to downplay them, showed up during SACP deputy national chairperson, Thulas Nxesi’s address.