# The DA has reported minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, to president Cyril Ramaphosa, accusing her of failing to establish the National Council against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. The DA’s Lisa Schickerling says despite rising GBV crimes, the council remains inactive. She demands that Chikunga should appear before Parliament for […]
# The Congress of South African Trade Unions has welcomed Treasury’s 150-million-rand transfer to the South African Post Office, offering much-needed relief to struggling employees. COSATU’s Matthew Parks urges the Treasury to release the remaining funds from the court-sanctioned business rescue package. Parks says a long-term turnaround plan is essential, including competent management, tackling corruption, […]
# The National Prosecuting Authority has provisionally withdrawn fraud charges against former Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda and co-accused Mduduzi Zondo. The pair was accused of deceiving Soweto residents into paying for fake funeral policies under iThemba Lama Afrika, where they were directors. NPA’s Phindi Mjonondwane says further investigation continue before criminal proceedings resume:
# The UDM has raised alarms over South Africa’s worsening climate crisis, following deadly storms, flooding, and extreme weather events in various provinces including KwaZulu-Natal. Acting secretary general, Zandile Phiri, emphasised the urgent need for action including renewable energy expansion, and climate-proof infrastructure to build resilience. She urged the government of national unity to implement […]
# The Airports Company of South Africa applied for leave to appeal a Gauteng High Court ruling that halted its procurement of baggage screening equipment. The November 2024 judgment allowed Aviation Co-ordination Services to continue overseeing screening while blocking ACSA from purchasing new equipment until a legal review is completed. ACSA argues that, as the […]
# The G20 Energy Transition Work Group will hold its first meeting on Thursday. Electricity and Energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa confirmed the two day virtual meeting will host representatives from all G20 nations. Key topics include energy security, just energy transitions, and African energy interconnectivity. Further meetings will take place in South Africa ahead of […]
# The DA has reported deputy president Paul Mashatile and Transport minister Barbara Creecy to the Public Protector, citing political interference in the South African Airways CEO selection process. The DA’s Willie Aucamp claims John Lamola, the lowest-scoring candidate, is being pushed for the role over more qualified contenders. Aucamp alleges secret interviews and pressure on […]
# The DA is calling for the revised 2025 budget to prioritise growth and job creation over tax increases. DA finance spokesperson Mark Burke argues that the 60-billion-rand shortfall can be covered by cutting wasteful government spending rather than taxing citizens. The party proposes cost-cutting measures, economic reforms, and better tax compliance to boost revenue. […]
# Former president Thabo Mbeki will deliver the Aziz Pahad Memorial Lecture at the North West University’s Mahikeng campus tonight. It is organised by the provincial government, led by premier Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi, the Department of Arts, and the university. The lecture will be presented under the theme The Insurgent Diplomat: Lessons from the Life […]
