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MK Party hails Mogajane’s resignation as a crucial step for good governance
The MK Party welcomes Dondo Mogajane’s resignation, reaffirming its commitment to ethical leadership and protecting the integrity of public institutions.
‘We must hold parents accountable’: Government launches zero-tolerance policy on child maintenance defaults
The government has adopted a zero-tolerance approach to child maintenance defaulters to ensure children receive the support they deserve.
New Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya urged to prioritise service delivery for residents
Pothole-riddled roads, blackouts, uncollected waste and inconsistent water supply, are some of the pressing issues under the City of Tshwane metro which the UAT is demanding action on.
EFF refers Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen to Ethics Committee for lying about unqualified advisors in his office
Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen's recruitment practices are under scrutiny as EFF refers him to the Ethics Committee for potential misconduct and dishonesty.
Home Affairs Committee lauds progress in tackling permit backlogs
The Portfolio Committee commends the Department of Home Affairs for reducing the permitting backlog and enhancing application processes in Gauteng.
Anti-cadre deployment? John Steenhuisen tries to hire unqualified people to work in GNU
Steenhuisen’s request to deviate from the Public Service Act in order to appoint candidates who do not meet minimum requirement for senior job positions has been rubbished by Public Service and Administration minister.
ActionSA urges immediate action on Johannesburg Water crisis impacting Charlotte Maxeke Hospital
Johannesburg is once again facing a water crisis, leading to severe shortages across the city and townships.
‘Lesufi did us a dirty’: Amapanyaza hopefuls left in the dark and demand answers on promised job posts
“We did all the processes, from physical training where they checked if we are fit or not, wrote tests, took fingerprints and even took our uniform sizes. Despite this, they never got back to us,” said Ngema.
Over 6,000 foreigners are employed as public servants in SA, PSA minister reveals
Public Service and Administration Minister Mzamo Buthelezi has revealed that there are more than 6,000 foreigners who are currently working in the public service.
South Africa’s minimum wage earners struggle amid high costs of living
“I thought having a job would bring financial stability, but, it has brought nothing but a constant struggle to make ends meet,” said Mukwebo.
Limpopo premier promises change with over 300 jobs in road repair
Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has pledged to create over 300 permanent jobs for unemployed youth to maintain and repair roads across the province.
Motsoaledi outlines plans to ensure equal access to quality healthcare for all South Africans
In a recent interview on Metro FM with Faith Mangope, the newly appointed Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi outlined his comprehensive plan to address the deep-rooted inequalities within South Africa's healthcare system.
‘Zille’s proposal is not cadre deployment’
Zille’s letter outlines a proposal made during a negotiation process on the appointment of DA representatives into the cabinet of a government where the party contributes to the majority.
Gloves are off between Zulu king and provincial government
King Misuzulu kaZwelthini said the provincial government was treating him with disdain after the recent fallout over the axing of his praise singer Buzetsheni Mdletshe.
ANC loses another court battle over cadre deployment
The DA said the ANC has been given 15 working days to hand over all cadre deployment records when President Cyril Ramaphosa was its head.
Mkhwebane’s ‘conflict of interest’ scuppers appointment of deputy public protector
The appointment of the deputy public protector was halted in Parliament after a legal adviser found that EFF MP Busisiwe Mkhwebane failed to declare her relationship with two candidates.
President Cyril Ramaphosa reappoints Lesetja Kganyago to Sarb for another five years
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he wanted continuity in the South African Reserve Bank when he reappointed Lesetja Kganyago as govenor for another five years.
‘DA is obsessed about cadre deployment’, says Mantashe
Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe said the DA must stop its obsession with cadre deployment.
Deputy Minister accuses DA of scoring cheap political points over cadre deployment issue
Deputy Minister of Public Service and Administration Chana Pilane-Majake said two Bills were passed in parliament to professionalise the public service and the bills were endorsed by Cabinet.
Home Affairs ramping up probe into corruption in visa and permit applications
Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi said they set up a task team to investigate corruption in the issuing of visas and permits in the department.
On the politics of interference
OPINION: Perhaps part of the solution to increased contestation between those who need to exercise their political authority by enmeshing themselves in operational processes lies in re-conceptualising the public value to be produced by our institutions, writes Busani Ngcaweni.
ANC and DA spat over cadre deployment intensifies
The ANC said the DA was applying double standards when it comes to cadre deployment, because it was practising the same policy where it governs.
Cele says police are hot on the heels of suspects linked to murder of Rand Water official
Police Minister Bheki Cele said suspects who murdered Rand Water senior official Teboho Joala will be known soon.
Minister Kiviet hits back at DA over cadre deployment
Minister of Public Service and Administration Noxolo Kiviet denied claims by the DA that they have copied their End Cadre Deployment Bill when they drafted the Public Service Amendment Bill.
Steenhuisen denies cadre deployment allegations made by ex-DA mayor
DA leader John Steenhuisen denied that the party was using cadre deployment policy where it governs.