# The DA urges the City of Johannesburg to reconsider its new by-law, which requires residents and businesses with CCTV cameras facing public spaces to register them. The party demands proper public consultation and transparency, citing that the by-law could lead to higher costs, more bureaucracy, and penalties for those trying to protect their property. […]
# The Public Servants Association condemns the rising number of sexual harassment complaints within the Department of Health and Wellness in the Western Cape. They are calling for immediate action from the department to investigate these complaints and enforce a zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment. The association’s Koos Kruger urges the department to address these […]
# Municipal union Samwu in Ekurhuleni has condemned the city’s decision to cut overtime by 50-percent and introduce contracted services. According to the union, this move prioritises political interests over workers and residents. They accuse the city run by an ANC-coalition of outsourcing services to benefit political allies ahead of next year’s local government elections. […]
# ActionSA says strategic austerity measures are needed to reduce government’s wasteful spending and improve financial management. They urge Parliamentarians to lead by example by cutting unnecessary expenses, including travel costs. At the media launch of the cabinet reform package and zero-tolerance corruption bill, party leader Herman Mashaba called for accountability in managing public funds […]
# ActionSA calls for parliamentary vetting of cabinet appointments to ensure greater accountability and transparency. The party proposes a constitutional amendment that would require Parliament to approve all cabinet appointments made by the president within a set timeframe. ActionSA’s Athol Trollip believes this step will help curb corruption and prevent the appointment of unsuitable candidates […]
# ActionSA has announced two major legislative actions aimed at overhauling the government. The cabinet reform package seeks to cut wasteful spending by abolishing deputy ministers and reducing excessive ministerial perks. According to the party, this could save 1.5-billion annually. ActionSA’s Athol Trollip told the media the zero-tolerance corruption bill aims to strengthen anti-corruption laws, […]
# The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse says it supports the creation of a central register for public servants dismissed for misconduct but warns it could be misused. The organisation argues that without proper oversight, the register could be weaponised against whistleblowers and employees who expose corruption. OUTA’s Andrea van Heerden calls for a formal appeal […]
# The Sex Workers Education and Advocacy Taskforce has expressed deep concern over the recent cuts to USAID funding, which will significantly impact HIV prevention and treatment programmes in South Africa. The organisation urges the government to act quickly, increase funding, and support local solutions to protect marginalised communities’ rights and health. Director Kholi Buthelezi […]
# Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has confirmed that the cabinet will hold another special meeting on Monday to continue deliberating on the national budget. The cabinet assures citizens the budget will reflect the nation’s priorities once deliberations are complete. Last week the budget was postponed following opposition to a proposed two-percent VAT increase. […]
