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SETA appointments were error of judgment, says committee chair
Amid growing pressure from opposition parties, Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane withdraws controversial SETA appointments.
Don't overlook the 'inconvenient truths', Mr letterwriter
Daily News' letter writers air their views, once again, the Middle East conflict and Donald Trump are the prominent topics of discussion.
Authorities respond to ongoing water crisis in Knysna
Amid a worsening water crisis, Knysna Municipality has activated its Joint Operations Centre to coordinate emergency relief efforts, as thousands of residents face weeks without adequate water supply.
Budget 3. 0: Godongwana's Crucial Task Amid Economic Pressures
In less than a week, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will have a crack on the 2025-26 budget for the third time in a period of two months and find revenue to plug the about R75 billion budget shirtfall.
Ongoing controversy surrounding SETA appointments continues to escalate
Minister Nobuhle Nkabane faces intense scrutiny after withdrawing controversial appointments to the Sector Education and Training Authorities, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's intervention and criticism from opposition parties.
ANC mourns death of ANCWL deputy president, Lungile Mnganga-Gcabashe
The ANC mourns the passing of its Women's League Deputy President, Lungile Mnganga-Gcabashe
Controversy over SETA appointments refuses to die down
Political analysts express concerns over the ANC’s commitment to fighting corruption following the controversial withdrawal of SETA chairperson appointments by Minister Nkabane, highlighting issues of transparency and public trust.
Godongwana faces budget challenge amid economic pressures
In less than a week, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will have a crack on the 2025-26 budget for the third time in a period of two months and find revenue to plug the about R75 billion budget shirtfall.
Emergency water relief in Knysna: Authorities respond to ongoing crisis
Amid a worsening water crisis, Knysna Municipality has activated its Joint Operations Centre to coordinate emergency relief efforts, as thousands of residents face weeks without adequate water supply.
The ANC’s Final Reckoning: A Movement on the Brink of Obsolescence
This moment is not just perilous for the ANC; it is a turning point for South Africa’s democracy, testing whether the nation’s oldest liberation movement can reinvent itself or will fade into irrelevance.
ANC urges grassroots activism and unity over leadership contests
ANC coordinator in Gauteng, Hope Papo, highlights the need for grassroots activism over personal ambition, urging members to prioritise community organisation as the party prepares for upcoming elections.
DA hails reversal of controversial SETA board appointments as victory for accountability and meritocracy
DA spokesperson Karabo Khakhau said the decision by Minister Nobuhle Nkabane marked a step in the right direction and showed that the pressure applied by her and civil society has not been in vain.
Nkabane withdraws SETA board appointments amid nepotism outcry
Facing mounting criticism over politically connected appointments, Higher Education Minister Nqabane has withdrawn the entire slate of SETA board chairpersons, a list that included senior ANC figures and family members of top officials.
The ANC's tough stance on illegal immigration: Six key points to understand
Explore the ANC's new initiative against illegal immigration and discover how it could reshape South Africa's socio-political landscape.
No place for the corrupt: ANC challenges all parties to match its zero-tolerance stance
The ANC has implemented a step-aside rule that requires members who are formally charged with corruption or other serious crimes to voluntarily withdraw from party and government activities, failing which they may face suspension.
ANC celebrates by-election performance and renewed commitment to communities
The ANC expresses gratitude for its by-election success, reaffirming its commitment to the people and the renewal of its core values.
EFF slams ‘unconstitutional’ removal of its MP Sihle Lonzi over question on Gwede Mantashe’s son
The EFF has condemned the removal of MP Sihle Lonzi from a parliamentary meeting after he questioned the appointment of Gwede Mantashe's son to a SETA board.
Gwede Mantashe's son's appointment to SETA board sparks outrage and cries of nepotism
Nkabane approved the selections, but the DA and EFF criticised them, citing possible nepotism, cadre deployment, and the politicisation of important organisations in charge of skills development
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi removed from meeting over Gwede Mantashe’s son’s SETA appointment
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a parliamentary meeting after questioning the appointment of Gwede Mantashe’s son to a SETA board, igniting a political storm.
ANC and DA clash over informal settlements in Tshwane
ANC spokesperson Joel Masilela and DA chief whip Ofentse Madzebatela engage in a heated debate over the rise of informal settlements in Tshwane, with accusations flying regarding accountability and governance failures.
Leaked list reveals ANC figures and minister’s son appointed to SETA board
A leaked list reveals controversial appointments to SETA boards, sparking political backlash as prominent ANC figures are chosen. DA spokesperson Karabo Khakhau condemns the appointments as political patronage and calls for accountability.
ANC demands probe into MPs’ ‘shameful’ Israel trip amid Gaza genocide case
The ANC and other critics have emphasised that the trip was not authorised by Parliament or the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).
Mchunu: Mashatile convoy shooting not linked to ANC politics or VIP security
The investigation into the shooting of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s vehicle remains ongoing, with final findings expected in due course.
Mbalula: ANC must win elections outright to bypass DA resistance in GNU
Fikile Mbalula, the ANC secretary general, said that the party must secure an outright majority in the next elections to advance its transformation agenda and counter the Democratic Alliance's legal challenges.
ANC pours cold water on MK Party's call for AG to probe ditched Budget speech
The ANC has rejected the MK Party's request for a forensic audit into the aborted 2025 national budget speech, labelling it as frivolous. The ANC argues that the Auditor-General's annual audits are sufficient to address concerns over the R2. 3 million spent on preparations for the speech that was never delivered.