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SETA appointments were error of judgment, says committee chair

Amid growing pressure from opposition parties, Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane withdraws controversial SETA appointments.

Cape Times
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Ongoing controversy surrounding SETA appointments continues to escalate

Minister Nobuhle Nkabane faces intense scrutiny after withdrawing controversial appointments to the Sector Education and Training Authorities, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's intervention and criticism from opposition parties.

Cape Argus News
Published

Controversy over SETA appointments refuses to die down

Political analysts express concerns over the ANC’s commitment to fighting corruption following the controversial withdrawal of SETA chairperson appointments by Minister Nkabane, highlighting issues of transparency and public trust.

News South Africa
Published

Mbombela residents advocate for Marriage Bill to combat ukuthwala

Residents of Mbombela are hopeful that the Marriage Bill will eradicate the troubling tradition of 'ukuthwala', but will it address the practical concerns raised during public hearings?

The Star News
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Mbombela residents advocate for Marriage Bill to combat ukuthwala

Residents of Mbombela are hopeful that the Marriage Bill will eradicate the troubling tradition of 'ukuthwala', but will it address the practical concerns raised during public hearings?

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Security clearance delays among top police officials raise concerns

During a parliamentary meeting, concerns were raised about the vetting and security clearance processes for senior police officers, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in law enforcement.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

Transport committee urges stronger protections for Transnet staff against syndicate threats

The Transport Portfolio Committee is deeply concerned about Transnet staff facing syndicate-related threats and urges stronger protective measures.

Business
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Why urgent intervention is crucial for the Rustenburg Home Affairs office

The Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration is alarmed by the dire state of the Rustenburg Home Affairs office, calling for immediate action to address severe service disruptions.

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

KZN oversight visits by Justice and Constitutional Development Committee

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development embarks on crucial oversight visits to KZN courts this week, addressing serious complaints about the South African Human Rights Commission's operations in the province.

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Portfolio committee descends into chaos over SME Ombudsperson appointment

Chaos erupts in South Africa's Portfolio Committee on Small Business Development as members clash over the appointment criteria for the first SME Ombudsperson, raising concerns about transparency and procedural integrity

Sunday Independent News
Sizwe Dlamini|Published

140,000 criminal cases at risk as SAPS DNA backlog soars

Portfolio Committee Chair Ian Cameron warns of a looming crisis as the SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140,000 cases, threatening the integrity of the criminal justice system.

News Crime and Courts
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Urgent measures needed to tackle contraband in South African correctional facilities

The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services urgently calls for immediate strategies to combat the alarming rise of contraband in South African prisons, revealing shocking statistics about illegal items confiscated and the involvement of correctional officials.

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Tributes pour in for 'people’s lawyer' advocate Rodney de Kock

The death of advocate Rodney de Kock, Deputy National Director of Public Prosecutions, has left a profound impact on the justice system in South Africa, with tributes highlighting his dedication and commitment to fairness.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published