# The DA has urged Justice minister, Thembi Simelane, to step aside amid allegations of her involvement in a questionable loan transaction during her tenure as mayor of Polokwane. They argue that the loan from the unregistered Gundo Wealth Solutions, linked to VBS Mutual Bank, is concerning due to its high interest rates and questionable […]
# The ACDP says it is deeply concerned by the Auditor General’s report, revealing only 34 out of 257 municipalities achieved clean audits for 2023. The party says the report also shows 21-billion-rand in unauthorised expenditure and seven-billion-rand in wasteful spending. ACDP deputy president Wayne Thring calls for immediate reforms, enhanced support for municipalities, and […]
# Rise Mzansi has called for a review of VAT-exempt goods and services to help address the escalating cost-of-living crisis. In his National Assembly mini-plenary speech, the party’s Makashule Gana said high crime rates, corruption, and inadequate public services are key drivers of rising living costs. Gana proposed solutions such as ensuring affordable energy and […]
# Police minister Senzo Mchunu is set to attend the public safety and security technology expo in China as part of the global public security cooperation forum. Running from Sunday to Wednesday, the expo will showcase cutting-edge advancements in public safety technology. The minister will also meet with China’s Public Safety minister Wang Xiaohong to […]
# The South African National Christian Forum has come to the defence of Justice minister Thembi Simelane, claiming she’s being unfairly targeted as a scapegoat by corrupt leaders. The forum demands equal treatment for all implicated figures involved in the VBS Mutual Bank looting. The forum’s president Marothi Mashashane argues that borrowing money from a […]
# The Transformation Alliance says ongoing political infighting in the City of Tshwane could result in a ninth mayor being appointed in just seven years. The alliance also criticised the city’s recent decision to criminally charge officials for inflating property prices as potentially a political purge rather than genuine anti-corruption efforts. Party leader Abel Tau […]
# The SACP has condemned the unlawful seizure of a Venezuelan aircraft by the United States. The party criticised the US for what it describes as an act of piracy, undermining Venezuela’s democratic sovereignty and violating international law. The SACP accuses the US of attempting to destabilise Venezuela following its recent elections, which were deemed […]
# Soccer: Motorists are advised of traffic disruptions around Orlando Stadium in Soweto for today’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Bafana Bafana and Uganda. Kick-off is at 6pm. Key routes including the N17, Soweto Highway, Klipspruit Valley Road, Martha Louw Street, and Mooki Street will be affected. Road closures will start at 3pm on […]
# The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has called for the cancellation of the driving licence card machine contract awarded to French firm IDEMIA and Security SA. The organisation raised concerns about irregularities in the bidding process and significant budget overruns, with costs soaring from 468-million-rand to nearly 900-million-rand. OUTA’s Wayne Duvenage welcomes Transport minister Barbara […]
