The South African cabinet has condemned the coronation of an alleged Nigerian Igbo king in KuGompo, Eastern Cape, calling it a “kindergarten gimmick” with no legal standing. The ceremony sparked violent protests in multiple areas, including KuGompo, prompting government concern over public safety and diplomatic conduct. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni expressed disgust at […]
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng claims that Premier Panyaza Lesufi faced pressure to appoint Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) Provincial Chairperson Nkululeko Dunga as the new Finance MEC. Lesufi announced the appointment during a media briefing on Wednesday night, with Dunga replacing Lebogang Maile, who has been reassigned to lead the Education and Sports, Arts, […]
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has appointed EFF’s Nkululeko Dunga as the new MEC for Finance in a provincial cabinet reshuffle. Dunga takes over from ANC’s Lebogang Maile, who has been moved to head the Education portfolio. Lesufi says the changes aim to bring stability to the province. EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo adds that the party […]
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting digital media platforms as engines for job creation, while promoting responsible content production. He highlighted the need for an enabling environment that balances growth with accountability in the digital sector. In line with this, the government plans to boost investment and […]
Pretoria- A legal challenge to overturn Advocate Andy Mothibi’s appointment as National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) has been dismissed by the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. The challenge, filed by Barnabas Xulu, argued that the advisory panel used to select NDPP candidates was unconstitutional and that Mothibi was not interviewed. The court ruled that […]
The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) in the Sedibeng region has urged that the inquiry into the 1990 Sebokeng Massacre be reopened, saying justice has yet to be served for the victims and their families. Fourteen people were killed and many more injured when the Apartheid-era Civil Co‑operation Bureau (CCB) opened fire on protesters. […]
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will deliver a keynote address at the Women in Leadership Symposium in East London on 31 March 2026. Her address will focus on the importance of classifying Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster. The symposium, hosted by the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, brings together […]
Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya has called former ActionSA member Kholofelo Morodi’s actions a personal betrayal. Morodi was removed from her position as Corporate and Shared Services MMC after failing to adequately respond to corruption allegations at the Madlanga Commission. Moya said she could not continue working with Morodi, describing her as having “a stain” that […]
African National Congress President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. Speaking at the 14th Mpumalanga ANC Conference in Mbombela, Ramaphosa highlighted the escalating tensions and warned of the broader economic consequences for South Africa and other developing countries. He cautioned that the […]
The ANC is facing contrasting outcomes across its provincial conferences, with the Eastern Cape gathering halted due to disputes, while Limpopo and Mpumalanga proceed without major disruptions. The Limpopo conference went ahead despite minor challenges, and Mpumalanga’s conference began smoothly. ANC NEC convener Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed that the Eastern Cape conference has been suspended until […]