# The DA will soon announce a replacement for former Trade deputy minister Andrew Whitfield. President Cyril Ramaphosa fired Whitfield for violating executive rules by traveling to the United States without presidential permission. Ramaphosa says the regulations were clearly outlined during the 7th administration’s induction. Although the DA is outraged by the decision, party leader […]
# The GOOD Party has criticised the DA’s withdrawal from the National Dialogue, calling it political theatre driven by party interests. Secretary-General, Brett Herron, says the DA’s move undermines efforts to address South Africa’s real challenges. Herron adds that dialogue, not walkouts, is needed for progress. He accuses the DA of hypocrisy and media-driven posturing, […]
# DA leader John Steenhuisen says the party is tired of being disrespected by the ANC, accusing it of arrogance and undermining the Government of National Unity. Steenhuisen cites president Cyril Ramaphosa’s unilateral decisions, including firing former Trade and Industry deputy minister, Andrew Whitfield and shielding corrupt ANC ministers. He claims the ANC refuses to […]
# The DA says it considered a motion of no confidence against president Cyril Ramaphosa, accusing him of protecting corruption-accused ministers. DA leader John Steenhuisen also announced the party’s withdrawal from the National Dialogue, calling it a wasteful ANC electioneering ploy. This follows the firing of former Trade deputy minister, Andrew Whitfield who went on […]
# Correctional Services national commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale, has cautioned corrupt prison officials from aiding prisoners with contraband and electronics. This comes as Thobakgale led an unannounced search at Matatshe Correctional Center in Thohotandoe, Limpopo on Friday night. The operation, targeting the remand centres in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region, aims to curb smuggling […]
# Interpol Crime ambassador Andy Mashaile says the arrest of Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo, is of serious concern for law enforcement. Khumalo and six others were arrested on Thursday for fraud and corruption charges. Five were granted ten-thousand-rand bail by the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court, while one suspect remains in custody for similar charges in […]
# The African Transformation Movement has submitted sweeping constitutional amendment proposals, led by Party Parliamentary leader Vuyo Zungula. Key changes include renaming South Africa to the Republic of Azania, reintroducing the death penalty, and banning dual citizenship. The proposal also demands land reform dating back to 1652, nationalisation of resources, and decolonisation of education. ATM […]
# The City of Tshwane will shut down power to Wapadrand and Mooikloof Substations today from 9am to 1pm. The city’s spokesperson, Lindela Mashigo, says this forms part of the Watloo–Njala transmission line upgrade to stabilise electricity supply to the eastern grid. He says technicians will connect new infrastructure, test switching systems and install bridge […]
# Six people died following a head-on-collision involving a BMW and VW sedan last night, along the R23 between Greylingstad and Val in Mpumalanga. Reports indicates that all died at the scene. Five of the victims were men, and one woman. Authorities suspect reckless driving, speeding, and dangerous overtaking. Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security […]
