CDE wants urgent enquiry into NPA, citing ‘disappointing performance’  

Policy think tank the Centre for Development and Enterprise on Thursday expressed disappointment with the National Prosecuting Authority’s performance, calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to... 

Home Affairs celebrates clearing ID backlog

In one month, the Department of Home Affairs has managed to clear the Identity Documents (ID) backlog that began to accumulate in November 2023, following a change in IT service providers. Home... 

Basic Education needs more from the national budget to avoid ‘national crisis’ – Minister

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube said on Wednesday provincial education departments will in the next two to three years, find it increasingly difficult to fund existing posts and programmes... 

SA placed to use cultural, natural heritage to promote economic growth – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa called on business and other stakeholders to work with government in the cause of heritage preservation, particularly in marginalised communities. Ramaphosa was writing in... 

DA calls on Police Minister to set aside Major General Mbotho’s appointment to Hawks

The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Monday Major General Patrick Mbotho’s appointment as divisional commissioner for national priority offences at the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation... 

Govt must strengthen healthcare delivery, infrastructure amid Mpox outbreak – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa said government must enhance its surveillance systems and strengthen healthcare delivery and infrastructure, noting that African countries need to manufacture Mpox... 

Corruption Watch concerned about sudden surge in procurement report deviations

Founding director of Stellenbosch University’s African Procurement Law Unit professor Geo Quinot noted on Friday that while deviation numbers in various departmental procurement reports had been... 

Mac Maharaj calls for State institutions to be capacitated in honour of Pravin Gordhan

In his speech honouring former Public Enterprises Minister and struggle stalwart Pravin Gordhan, fellow activist and former politician Mac Maharaj called for State institutions to be capacitated... 

Massive increase in cost of electricity is untenable – ANC

The African National Congress said any massive increase in the electricity price is currently “untenable”, as well as pledging its support for a larger amount of free electricity for indigent... 

Busa meets with Ramaphosa over NHI, comes away ‘encouraged’

Business Unity South Africa on Wednesday said it is encouraged by government's “openness” to engage on its concerns around the controversial National Health Insurance Act, following a meeting with... 

DA takes to the streets against Eskom’s proposed tariff increases

The Democratic Alliance will on Wednesday hold a National Day of Action across all nine provinces, to oppose Eskom’s request for a 36% electricity tariff increase. The National Energy Regulator of... 

Schreiber envisions ‘Home Affairs from home’ as he pushes digitalisation

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said securing South Africa’s immigration and civics systems through automation and digital transformation will immediately boost confidence in South Africa’s... 

DA vows to ‘preserve progress’ in Tshwane, as it takes aim at ActionSA

The Democratic Alliance has said it will fight to preserve the progress it has made with its coalition partners in the City of Tshwane and stop ActionSA president Herman Mashaba from “delivering... 

Govt wants culture of openness, dialogue in GNU – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday government is seeking to establish a culture of openness and dialogue among members of the Government of National Unity. On Friday Ramaphosa signed the... 

Mixed reaction to signing of BELA Bill

Political parties and civil society organisations on Friday expressed mixed reactions to the signing of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill, which President Cyril Ramaphosa said was an... 

Tributes pour in for Pravin Gordhan

Fellow politicians and others on Friday expressed their deepest condolences on the passing of former Minister of Public Enterprises and South African Revenue Service Commissioner Pravin Gordhan.... 

‘If ANC insists on taking SA to economic ruin, DA’s patriotic duty is to leave GNU’ – John Steenhuisen

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen said on Thursday that conflict over policy in the Government of National Unity is not necessarily an existential threat, however, that does not mean that... 

DA wins 16 wards in by-elections

The Democratic Alliance on Thursday announced its “resounding success” in winning 16 wards in by-elections held across the country, on Wednesday. The party contested in 17 wards, in KwaZulu-Natal,... 

DA says ActionSA is an unreliable coalition partner in Tshwane

The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday cited confusion about its values, infighting in its ranks and poor leadership, when it hit out at ActionSA in the City of Tshwane. DA Tshwane spokesperson Kwena... 

DA warns Ramaphosa’s signing of BELA Bill risks future of GNU

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa against signing the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill into law, saying if he does, he will violate the letter and... 

ANC calls for political education, activism as ANCYL celebrates 80th anniversary

The African National Congress on Tuesday celebrated the “indomitable spirit” of the ANC Youth League, calling on the next generation of members to carry the torch forward with “even greater... 

Cooperative governance committee welcomes wage agreement between Salga, labour unions

Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration chairperson Mxolisi Kaunda has hailed the five-year wage agreement between the South African Local Government Association and... 

ANC NWC says IEC’s work must be strengthened as party mulls poor electoral performance

African National Congress (ANC) secretary-general Fikile Mbalula said on Monday the ANC National Working Committee (NWC) believes that the multi-party government must take into consideration... 

DA wants ActionSA to apologise to uMngeni Mayor Chris Pappas for water crisis claims

The Democratic Alliance has asked ActionSA Parliamentary leader Athol Trollip and his party to immediately apologise to uMngeni Mayor Chris Pappas and uMngeni residents for what the party calls... 

Ramaphosa says China’s tech capabilities can support Africa’s industrialisation

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that relations between South Africa and China has entered “a new era of opportunity”, following his visit to China, which he said has strengthened trade... 

Wits’ Themba Maseko doubts embattled Justice Minister will ensure whistleblower protection

University of the Witwatersrand School of Governance head and whistleblower Themba Maseko said he is not confident that newly appointed Minister of Justice Thembi Simelane will be able to move... 

Kgalema Motlanthe says addressing corruption requires a multifaceted approach

Former President Kgalema Motlanthe pointed out on Friday that mapping out a future that is free from corruption requires a “deliberate and tactical” approach to ensure a robust rule of law, ethical... 

Busa calls out govt for failing to hold ‘structured’ NHI discussions

Industry body Business Unity South Africa on Thursday expressed disappointment that despite commitments by the government to engage on the National Health Insurance Act, structured discussions have... 

DA contests John Hlophe's designation to JSC

The Democratic Alliance is challenging impeached judge John Hlophe's designation to the Judicial Service Commission, in the Western Cape High Court, noting that the party’s legal action underscores... 

African countries, China driven by desire to achieve shared prosperity – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Rampahosa said on Thursday if African countries and China are to build a future that is people-centred, development-orientated and inclusive, they will need to work in a spirit of... 

Govt says economic growth is a clear indication that SA is on a solid path to recovery

Public information entity Government Communication and Information System said on Wednesday South Africa’s economic growth in the second quarter shows that the economy is on a solid path to... 

Solly Malatsi refers KPMG’s Postbank report to the Hawks

The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has instructed the Postbank board to ensure that the recommendations contained in the KPMG report are implemented, and he has... 

Solidarity criticises Motsoaledi’s use of race to gain support for NHI

Trade Union Solidarity on Tuesday condemned what it termed “dangerous statements” made by Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi, saying he uses race to try to gain support for government’s “unworkable”... 

CDE wants ‘quality’ appointments to JSC

Policy think tank the Centre for Development and Enterprise said on Tuesday that the Government of National Unity needs to act speedily to preserve and strengthen the country’s judicial system,... 

Police Minister Mchunu teams up with W Cape govt to fight crime

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu said on Friday the signing of the Cooperation Agreement to Combat Crime is a testament to the shared commitment between his department and the Western Cape government... 

Murder decreases nationally but Minister notes increase in four provinces

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu revealed on Friday that four of South Africa’s nine provinces recorded increases in murder cases, with the highest increase noted in the Western Cape. North West,... 

SA Statistics Council says it welcomes criticism of 2022 census data

South African Statistics Council chairperson Dr Nompumelelo Mbele on Friday welcomed any constructive criticism of the 2022 Population Census statistics and methodology, saying the council viewed... 

MK Party appoints Mzwanele Manyi as chief whip in Parly

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has appointed former Economic Freedom Fighters MP Mzwanele Manyi as its Chief Whip in Parliament with immediate effect. The MKP expressed confidence in Manyi’s... 

DA celebrates by-election victories

The Democratic Alliance announced on Thursday seven wins in by-elections held across the country, attributing the victories to “a powerful vote of confidence” in the party’s policies and... 

Success of govt, business partnership depends on active engagement – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday that clear communication is crucial for building trust and ensuring that policies are informed by the realities on the ground, assuring that government...