# AgriSA has called for faster vaccine rollouts and long-term biosecurity reforms as the government continues battling the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. According to the organisation, more than eleven-million vaccine doses are expected in the country by the end of this month, but slower rollout in some provinces remains a concern. AgriSA CEO Johann Kotzé says […]
# The DA says Parliament’s impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala matter must continue despite president Cyril Ramaphosa’s court review application. The party urges Parliament to urgently finalise the rules and terms of reference for the impeachment committee, in line with a Constitutional Court order. Spokesperson George Michalakis criticises Ramaphosa’s plan to possibly seek […]
# The GOOD Party says immigrants and refugees are not responsible for South Africa’s social and economic problems, including poverty and unemployment. The party warns that blaming foreign nationals is dangerous and could fuel xenophobic violence, similar to past attacks in 2008. GOOD secretary-general Brett Herron says the real causes lie in government policy failures, […]
# The government has stepped in to prevent possible power cuts to Johannesburg after Eskom threatened to disconnect electricity over the city’s five-billion-rand debt. Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced a new intervention involving a ring-fenced payment system and a closer partnership between Eskom and City Power to manage revenue and ensure payments are made. […]
# Statistics South Africa’s latest general household survey shows steady improvements in access to basic services over the past two decades. Improved sanitation has risen from 62-percent in 2002 to 84-percent in 2025, while electricity access has increased to just over 90-percent. Internet access has expanded to about 85-percent of households, but postal services continue […]
# The ANC says fixing local government will be its main focus ahead of the 4 November local government elections. The party’s national executive committee has identified eight underperforming municipalities for urgent turnaround plans, while also directing its deployees to prioritise the delivery of roads, water, and electricity. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told the media […]
# The South African National Christian Forum says there is a serious breakdown in non-profit organisation services at the Department of Social Development, affecting more than 500 churches. The organisation states that administrative failures are making it difficult for faith-based groups to operate and comply with the law. The forum’s president, Marothi Mashashane, says churches […]
# The Congress of the People is calling for urgent action to strengthen South Africa’s immigration and border control systems. The party argues porous borders, corruption and weak enforcement are driving crime, job losses and added pressure on public services. COPE’s Pakes Dikgetsi demands tougher penalties against employers who hire undocumented workers and for stronger […]
# AfriForum says authorities must urgently implement a clear safety plan for the Kruger National Park following the deaths of a Mossel Bay couple in the park. The organisation calls for stronger patrols, faster emergency response systems, and improved communication channels for visitors. It has also offered to assist with drone surveillance to help improve […]
