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Chaos in Washington, down with Malema's EFF and Zuma's MKP, and what the Budget really means
A selection of readers' letters to the editor
Steenhuisen bashed for articulating his DA views instead of government's position, at Trump meeting
Political analyst Professor Sipho Seepe criticises South African Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen for prioritising party views over government representation during a high-profile meeting with President DonaldTrump.
MK Party dismisses white genocide claims as US refugee debate heats up
The MK Party refutes claims that white genocide was happening in South Africa, and a picture taken previously of party president Jacob Zuma confirmed that whites and blacks mingled freely in the country.
Threats to journalists must be condemned
The latest range of issues raised in letters received by the Daily News
‘DA yet to decide if it will remain in the GNU,' says leader John Steenhuisen
DA leader John Steenhuisen reveals critical deliberations regarding the party's future in the Government of National Unity, highlighting potential implications for South Africa's political landscape.
GNU in jeopardy | ANC demands action against DA ministers after budget rejection
ANC's National Working Committee pressures Ramaphosa to remove DA ministers who opposed the budget, with a special NEC meeting scheduled for Monday, while Zille warns such action would collapse the GNU.
Budget disputes highlight DA's diminishing role in South Africa's GNU, says analyst
Political analyst Professor Theo Neethling discusses the Democratic Alliance's struggles to maintain its influence within the Government of National Unity, particularly in light of ongoing budget disputes and the controversial VAT increase.
Foot and mouth disease threatens red meat farming in KZN as outbreak escalates
Red meat farming associations express concern over the spread of foot and mouth disease in KwaZulu-Natal, as the government extends the Disease Management Area to control the outbreak.
Ronald Lamola criticises DA's 'quiet' US visit and its impact on South Africa's foreign policy
Ronald Lamola criticises the DA's recent US visit, asserting that foreign policy is the executive's domain and highlighting the potential risks to South Africa's international standing.
‘There was no blood on the floor’, says Ramaphosa’s spokesperson after crunch meeting with Steenhuisen
Cyril Ramaphosa and John Steenhuisen's crucial meeting reveals the underlying tensions in South Africa's Government of National Unity.
'My party want answers from me': Steenhuisen accuses Ramaphosa of disrespecting GNU partners over Land Expropriation Act
The signing of the Land Exploration Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa has sparked tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU), with DA leader John Steenhuisen demanding answers for not being informed before signing the bill.
Political parties and leaders reflect on 2024 and share aspirations for 2025
As 2025 begins, leaders across South Africa's political spectrum urge citizens to leave past challenges behind, focus on progress, and work collectively toward tackling inequality, poverty, and unemployment.