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Luthando Mbinda, the former president of the PAC, has been convicted of fraud amounting to nearly R1 million, marking a significant turn in the political landscape.
During Robert Sobukwe's centenary commemoration, Lindiwe Sisulu expressed shock at the neglected state of the Pan-Africanist leader's grave, calling for a national policy requiring municipalities to properly maintain struggle heroes' resting places. 'Other countries treat their heroes' graves as if they are still alive,' she lamented, suggesting South Africa must do better to honour those who fought for freedom.
During Robert Sobukwe's centenary commemoration, Lindiwe Sisulu expressed shock at the neglected state of the Pan-Africanist leader's grave, calling for a national policy requiring municipalities to properly maintain struggle heroes' resting places. 'Other countries treat their heroes' graves as if they are still alive,' she lamented, suggesting South Africa must do better to honour those who fought for freedom.
Political unity crumbled at the Sharpeville Massacre's 65th anniversary when PAC supporters stormed the commemoration venue, forcing provincial leaders to abandon proceedings. The dramatic turn of events overshadowed initial calls for solidarity, even as political parties across the spectrum gathered to honour the 69 victims of the historic 1960 tragedy that shaped South Africa's human rights journey.
With the Budget Speech imminent, the ANC's VAT increase proposal faces fierce resistance from multiple political factions.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces fierce resistance from GNU alliance partners and opposition parties over proposed VAT increases ahead of Wednesday's crucial Budget Speech, as political tensions mount over solutions to South Africa's R58 billion shortfall.
A 2% increase on the VAT would have raised the VAT to 17%, however, the proposal was widely rejected during an emergency Cabinet meeting called ahead of the Budget Speech on Wednesday.
Tensions within the Government of National Unity raised its head once again this week during the State of the Nation Address debate in parliament.
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s first Sona under the GNU is expected to reflect diverse party views.
Inquest into the 1993 Highgate Hotel massacre resumes, as survivors and families seek justice and closure after decades of unanswered questions.
High-ranking sources within the ANC's National Executive Committee have uncovered a shocking revelation: an alleged coordinated operation by Mkhonto Wesizwe party members working covertly within the ANC. The operation reportedly aims to facilitate a dramatic power shift, with former President Jacob Zuma at its centre.
The South African Communist Party (SACP) recently announced that it would contest the upcoming 2026 local government elections.
The complexities of Chidimma Adetshina's identity crisis highlight issues of race, politics, and public perception in South Africa
The Global Assembly will convene approximately 500 democracy activists from 100 countries to foster engagement and facilitate the exchange of practices and insights from across the globe.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile confronts corruption allegations while navigating a competitive political landscape within the ANC, as the DA pushes for a greater role in the new Government of National Unity.
In a one-on-one meeting, Malema asked Zuma to endorse the EFF and further discussions will follow after the elections, but Zuma said it wouldn’t be appropriate for old people to vote for EFF.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile announces the date for the inaugural National Dialogue, aiming to address pressing socio-political issues in South Africa.
Mogale City Mayor Danny Thupane resigned before he could face a motion of no confidence amid a service delivery crisis.
Although the stability of electricity supply pre-dates the formation of GNU, Kganki Matabane said Kgosientsho Ramokgopa must be given credit for the continuity.
Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso said the trend of opting for money feeds into the narrative that black people cannot farm, which is not true.
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PAC President Mzwanele Nyhontso, as the Minister of Land Reform & Rural Development, officially accepted the remains of the country’s fallen heroes
Government has already brought back almost 100 remains of freedom fighters but the process is now on to repatriate 1,000 South Africans buried in different countries.
Catherine Zikalala is in Zimbabwe to collect the remains of her relative, Edna Nomakosazana Mgabaza, who initially moved to Zambia where she worked before moving to Harare.
“I'm very stressed by the situation. It is giving me sleepless nights. Every time I reflect on this, I get deeply disappointed, first by the political choice the ANC made,” said Mapaila.