# ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has confirmed that the party’s National General Council will be held from 8 to 12 December in Johannesburg. He said the ANC’s National Executive Committee has urged all structures to focus on advancing the theme ’70 years of the Freedom Charter, forward with renewal and radical socio-economic transformation.’ He underlined […]
# The ANC National Executive Committee has implemented a rotation principle to restructure sub-committees and provincial deployments. Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula says the move will boost efficiency and coordination. Key changes include Zuko Godlimpi replacing Mmamoloko Kubayi as Economic Transformation chair, Faith Muthambi succeeding Ronald Lamola in Legal and Constitutional Development, and Geraldine Moleketi leading the […]
# The ANC’s National Executive Committee has stressed the urgency of party renewal. Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula outlined plans for a radical overhaul, eliminating complacency and gatekeeping. He reaffirmed the ANC’s commitment to discipline, activism against corruption, and integrity through the smart membership card. He also highlighted the importance of political education in the party’s renewal […]
# The ANC’s National Executive Committee has condemned the rape of seven-year-old Cwecwe from Matatiele, allegedly attacked at Bergview College school. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula stressed that gender-based violence and femicide are tearing society apart and require urgent intervention. Mbalula urged law enforcement to act decisively and called on all citizens to fight GBV. He […]
# BMW South Africa has warned that US imposed 25-percent tariffs on imported vehicles and parts hinder free trade and innovation. According to the car manufacturer, trade policies including the African Growth and Opportunity Act for its local operations remain important. BMW SA exports the X3 model to the US and warns that tariffs could […]
# The Border Management Authority, in partnership with Brand South Africa and the Institute for Global Dialogue, is hosting a Colloquium in Pretoria on border and migration control to curb corruption. Delegates will share scientific solutions for securing South Africa’s borders. This follows the dismissal of 33 officials since April 2023. BMA spokesperson Mmemme Mogotsi […]
# South African mining companies and insurer Discovery are stepping in to fill the gap following US aid cuts to HIV programmes in Africa. The Health Department has asked mining companies to help distribute HIV drugs and expand community outreach. With 7.8-million South Africans living with HIV, experts warn that 25 years of progress could […]
# South Africa still lacks national regulations for short-term rentals, six years after the Tourism Department began the process. The government is now finalising policies that could reshape Airbnb operations, including mandatory registration and rental caps. Property experts warn of potential impacts on investment and housing affordability, particularly in Cape Town, where Airbnb listings outnumber […]
# Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube stressed the importance of teaching boys respect for women from an early age to combat gender-based violence. Speaking at the Uyinene Mrwetyana commemoration lecture, she urged schools to strengthen gender-based violence awareness programmes and collaborate with stakeholders to address the issue at its roots. She highlighted education as […]
