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ANC denies easing B-BBEE rules to benefit Elon Musk, denounces Trump’s ‘white genocide’ as a comedy
Nomvula Mokonyane, ANC deputy Secretary-General, firmly denies that new ICT licensing proposals are designed to favour Elon Musk’s Starlink.
EFF and MK Party slams policy easing for Starlink as ‘backdoor for foreign monopolies'
The EFF and MK Party criticised a government policy easing B-BBEE rules for satellite providers, accusing officials of enabling foreign tech giants like Starlink to dominate without meaningful local investment.
Justice Minister Kubayi: South Africa can't charge Floyd Shivambu for praising fugitive Bushiri
Justice Minister Kubayi warns that Floyd Shivambu's praise for fugitive Shepherd Bushiri undermines the rule of law in South Africa, urging political leaders to act responsibly.
MK Party condemns LPC's 'political persecution' of advocates Mpofu and Mkhwebane
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has condemned the allegations against advocates Dali Mpofu and Busisiwe Mkhwebane, asserting that these claims are politically motivated attempts to silence dissenting voices.
Mbalula: ‘Budget negotiations going smoothly, as ANC prepares to meet DA this weekend’
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula reports positive progress in cross-party talks to resolve the 2025 National Budget impasse, with a roadmap expected next week despite tensions over the proposed VAT increase that saw GNU partners vote against the fiscal framework.
Mzwanele Manyi sparks outrage by suggesting weekends should be working days
Mzwanele Manyi, chief whip of the UMkhonto WeSizwe Party, faces fierce criticism after suggesting that weekends should function as regular working days, igniting a heated debate on workers' rights.
SACP criticises Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s upcoming state visit to South Africa
The SACP and MK Party oppose Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's state visit, labelling him a 'puppet president' and calling for protests.
MK Party plans protests against Volodymyr Zelensky's controversial visit to South Africa
Floyd Shivambu said the uMkhonto weSizwe Party plans to protests against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's state visit to South Africa, labelling him a 'puppet president' of NATO.
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.
People’s Movement for Change accuses DA of prioritising politics over unity
In a coalition riddled with tensions and diverging agendas, the People's Movement for Change (PMC) is urging a rethink of unity in South Africa's government as budgetary disputes threaten to unravel collaboration.
Zuma appoints Mpiyakhe Fanyana Limba as new treasurer general for MK Party
uMkhonto weSizwe Party leader Jacob Zuma has named Mpiyakhe Fanyana Limba as the new treasurer general for the party, filling the role after Dr Thanti Mthanti’s resignation.
ANC seeks BOSA's support for budget amid ActionSA's rejection
The ANC is in a tight spot as it seeks support for the 2025/26 national budget from BOSA, which has outlined specific conditions for its endorsement. Will these negotiations lead to a breakthrough?
Budget Crisis | ANC chooses VAT increase over cutting cabinet perks
The ANC has defended its stance on maintaining ministerial perks while supporting a VAT increase, arguing that cutting cabinet benefits would not address South Africa's R2. 7 trillion budget shortfall.
MK Party threatens to put country on standstill if VAT increases
MK Party's Mzwanele Manyi warns of nationwide protests if Finance Minister proceeds with VAT increase in Wednesday's Budget Speech, proposing corporate tax hikes and wealth tax as alternatives to avoid burdening the poor.
MK Party calls for investigation into 'wasteful spending' on postponed 2025 Budget Speech
MK Party demands a full audit of expenses incurred for the cancelled 2025 Budget Speech, highlighting concerns over wasteful spending.
JMPD deployment to restore calm in Johannesburg and Soweto
Disruptions in Region D in Johannesburg have had a significant impact on service delivery in the area, with clinics, schools, and stormwater drains being affected.
Petition urges government to charge AfriForum with treason for sabotaging South Africa
ANC activists and MK Party leaders demand treason charges against AfriForum, claiming their US lobbying led to funding cuts affecting 15,000 South African families.
Zuma had a hand in Duduzile’s behaviour towards Shivambu, says Jabulani Khumalo
The founder of MKP, Jabulani Khumalo has said former president Jacob Zuma operated in a way that you would not even think he is involved in any sort of chaos, yet he is the mastermind.
‘Apology to Zuma, but not to Shivambu’: Netizens slam Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla’s 'half-baked' apology
The MK Party’s Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla’s apology to Floyd Shivambu has sparked debate on social media with users wondering why her rants are still up.
ANC flirts with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi: Fikile Mbalula says the party doors are open for former EFF MP
Fikile Mbalula, the secretary-general of the ANC believes that former EFF spokesperson, Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, joining the ANC would be a boost for the party, emphasizing his political influence and strength.
Government extends contracts for 67,000 community work beneficiaries until March amid protests
The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), has extended a contract extension for 67,000 CWP beneficiaries who were set to lose their jobs, following protests and criticism from labour unions over the proposed job cuts.
Is Julius Malema untouchable? Political analyst questions EFF president's 'God-like' leadership style
Political analyst from the University of Nelson Mandela University (NMU), Professor Ntsikeleko Breakfast, has described the leadership style of re-elected president of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) as one that seeks to be “worshipped like God,” arguing that it could undermine the party’s democracy and stability.
Mmusi Maimane recognises EFF’s mission to uplift South Africans despite ideological differences
BOSA Leader, Mmusi Maimane, acknowledged the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) commitment to uplifting South Africans, despite the ideological differences of the two parties.
‘Leave me alone,’ says Malema on deputy president position amid Shivambu’s MKP exit
EFF president Julius Malema, has refused to explain the qualities of the person who should fill in the deputy president position amid Floyd Shivambu’s exit to Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MKP) party, saying that it will lead to accusations of favouring other people.
Julius Malema tells delegates: 'The EFF is under genuine threat'
‘For the first time, he believes his party is ‘under a genuine threat of disruption that could jeopardise its fight for freedom for generations to come,’ Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) president Julius Malema tells delegates at elective conference.