SIU’s limits must be addressed for greater impact, says ISS  

The Institute for Security Studies said on Wednesday that while the Special Investigating Unit has comparatively good investigation, litigation and prevention capabilities, its current successes... 

Mashatile touts 'resilient' supply chain opportunities with China

Deputy President Paul Mashatile on Wednesday expressed confidence in potential opportunities for collaboration and mutual growth between South Africa and China, noting that both countries can... 

Shadrack Sibiya’s leave of absence undermines Saps investigation, credibility – DA

The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Tuesday that National Deputy Commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya’s leave of absence raises serious questions about governance and accountability in... 

ANC backs Cachalia’s appointment, latest commission of inquiry

The African National Congress on Tuesday expressed full confidence in the appointment of Firoz Cachalia as acting Minister of Police and defended President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a... 

HSRC survey finds significant decline of trust in Saps, lowest in 27 years

The Human Sciences Research Council’s (HSRC’s) round 21 of the South African Social Attitudes Survey (SASAS) revealed that trust in the South African Police Service (Saps) has declined... 

Opposition parties doubt judicial commission into Saps debacle will lead to accountability

Opposition parties have expressed scepticism following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a new judicial commission of inquiry, expressing concerns about whether it will lead to... 

Gift of the Givers wants Ramaphosa to support Mkhwanazi as it urges interventions to improve policing

Ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Sunday address on the explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, humanitarian aid organisation Gift... 

Ramaphosa expecting run-up to National Dialogue to be used for political point-scoring

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday advised members of the National Dialogue Eminent Persons Group not to be distracted by misinformation and misrepresentation, saying he expects the National... 

Parly justice committee chair commends sentencing in apartheid era case

Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development chairperson Xola Nqola emphasised that his committee would like to see the finalisation of all apartheid crimes cases, commending... 

DA lays fraud charge against under fire Senzo Mchunu

The Democratic Alliance (DA) on Thursday laid a charge of fraud against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu at the Cape Town Central Police Station, vowing to submit a formal complaint to Parliament’s... 

Parly committees told to probe Saps allegations, as DA prepares to charge Mchunu

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza on Wednesday argued that holding a Parliamentary debate on the allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi... 

Fedusa, SACP want independent inquiry into Mkhwanazi’s Saps allegations

The Federation of Unions of South Africa (Fedusa) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) have urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint an independent commission of inquiry to investigate... 

DA calls for review of Expropriation Act, BBBEE Act amid US tariffs

Following US President Donald Trump’s announcement on the US tariffs, the Democratic Alliance (DA) called for amendments to the Expropriation Act that renew confidence in the protection of private... 

Ramaphosa reflects on development financing conference and S Africa's G20 Presidency focus areas

President Cyril Ramaphosa said has expressed South Africa’s commitment to working with countries to confront the debt challenge in a manner that is “effective, sustainable and just.” Ramaphosa... 

DA’s criminal case against Nkabane under Hawks investigation

The Democratic Alliance confirmed on Monday that the criminal complaint it laid against African National Congress Minister Nobuhle Nkabane is now under investigation by the Directorate for Priority... 

Police committee wants investigation into Mkhwanazi’s Saps allegations

The chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to outline a process to investigate the explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial... 

SA, Austria sign MoU on cooperation in technical and vocational education and training

South Africa and Austria on Friday signed two memoranda of understanding, which President Cyril Ramaphosa said will support South Africa’s efforts to produce the skills the country’s economy needs.... 

Ramaphosa welcomes Austrian President, cites economic opportunities

President Cyril Ramaphosa said that as South Africa strives to achieve energy security through investment in renewable and other clean energy, it looks forward to expanding its cooperation with... 

Politicians mourn David Mabuza’s passing 

South African politicians have expressed sadness on the passing of former Deputy President David Mabuza, with many remembering his leadership. Mabuza passed away in hospital on Thursday, following... 

Opposition parties reject Higher Education Dept budget in aftermath of GNU bust-up

Opposition parties on Thursday rejected the Department of Higher Education and Training’s budget, citing corruption and incompetence in the department. The Democratic Alliance (DA) vowed to oppose... 

AfriForum wants limited powers for institutions like SAHRC

Lobby group AfriForum has argued in its submissions to the Constitutional Court that the South African Human Rights Commission does not have the power to make legally binding decisions, as per... 

DA to oppose Simelane’s Human Settlements budget amid investigation into minister

The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to act decisively against corruption in his Cabinet, threatening to oppose the Department of Human Settlements’ budget. “…we... 

DA lays criminal charges against Higher Education Minister

The Democratic Alliance on Tuesday laid criminal charges against Higher Education and Training Minister Nobuhle Nkabane for allegedly lying to Parliament about African National Congress cadre... 

Ramaphosa defends Equity Equivalents, urges business support

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday stressed that Equity Equivalents are a practical broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) compliance tool for multinationals operating in South Africa,... 

DA gives Ramaphosa 48-hour ultimatum following Whitfield’s axing

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen said President Cyril Ramaphosa has 48 hours to fire Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane, Higher Education and Training Minister Nobuhle... 

DA convenes urgent meeting amid reports of Cabinet reshuffle

The Democratic Alliance’s Federal Executive will convene an urgent meeting on Thursday following reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to make changes to his Cabinet. According to... 

DA urges Ramaphosa to fire Higher Education Minister

The Democratic Alliance (DA) on Wednesday called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to fire, with immediate effect, Higher Education and Training Minister Nobuhle Nkabane, claiming “brazen” cadre... 

PSA urges Treasury to safeguard R27bn World Bank loan from looting

The Public Servants Association wants National Treasury to establish a multi-disciplinary team, including the Auditor-General’s office, business, civil society, and labour, to ensure that the... 

‘We are ready for NHI,’ Ramaphosa says on oversight visit to Steve Biko Academic Hospital

“Just in giving my reflections, I'd like to say that I have seen the future of the National Health Insurance, which is here. And more importantly, as I've been going around, talking to the doctors... 

GOOD Party to oppose DA's no confidence motion against Dada Morero

The GOOD Party said on Tuesday it will vote against a motion of no confidence to remove City of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero, arguing that while it does not endorse his leadership, Johannesburg... 

AfriForum wants Jacob Zuma’s assets seized to cover legal costs

Lobby group AfriForum announced on Tuesday that it is taking steps to have warrants issued against former President and uMkhonto weSizwe Party president Jacob Zuma, to seize his assets to cover his... 

SA condemns US military attacks on Iran, calls for dialogue to end conflict

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged dialogue to end the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, with the hope that US President Donald Trump will use his government’s “influence” to urge parties to pursue a... 

Ramaphosa says despite challenges, SA’s democracy in good health

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that while South Africa faces numerous challenges, its democratic order is in good health, anchored in a progressive Constitution. Last week marked 30 years... 

DA views Toyota lawsuit as ‘potentially precedent-setting’ for accountability in the country

The Democratic Alliance said on Friday that the lawsuit brought by Toyota Motors against Transnet, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and eThekwini municipality could potentially be... 

Ramaphosa promises 'structural change' as ConCourt celebrates 30th anniversary

Thirty years after the establishment of the Constitutional Court in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa is promising citizens a range of institutional, infrastructure, financial,... 

UCT climbs in World University Rankings, placing highest in a decade

The University of Cape Town Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela celebrated the institution’s rise from 171 to 150, in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings, describing it... 

ActionSA gives Justice Minister 7 days to respond to request for Batohi’s removal

ActionSA has given Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi seven days to respond to its demand for the removal of National Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate... 

Labour Party seeks court order to declare National Dialogue unconstitutional, irrational

The Labour Party of South Africa has launched an urgent High Court application to interdict President Cyril Ramaphosa’s National Dialogue process, arguing that it is “unconstitutional, irrational,... 

G7 should support efforts of Global South in advancing sustainable development – Ramaphosa

As he concluded his working visit in Canada, for the Group of Seven (G7) Summit Outreach Session, President Cyril Ramaphosa noted Canada’s comprehensive Africa strategy, which he said held... 

National Dialogue a chance to course-correct, GOOD Party says as it reflects on one year of GNU

The GOOD Party expressed hopes on Tuesday that the National Dialogue will be more than symbolic and that it produces tangible outcomes. Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that...