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ActionSA condemns Orania and Kleinfontein as symbols of apartheid nostalgia

ActionSA denounced Orania and Kleinfontein as dangerous symbols of racial division, challenging the notion that these towns represent cultural preservation.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

EFF leader Julius Malema condemns UK visa denial as an ‘act of cowardice’

Julius Malema criticises the UK for denying him a visa, calling it an attempt to suppress free speech and accusing Elon Musk and Donald Trump of trying to criminalise his political views.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

EFF reconfigures leadership in KZN ahead of local elections

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has restructured its leadership in KwaZulu-Natal in response to disappointing electoral performances.

News Politics
Willem Phungula|Published

City of Tshwane named safest metro in South Africa - study

According to the study, this recognition makes Tshwane safer than major US cities such as Atlanta and New Orleans, as well as its capital, Washington DC.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Julius Malema's EFF stands firm after UK visa denial

Despite the UK visa denial for Julius Malema, EFF leaders remain resolute, vowing to continue their political engagements and challenge bureaucratic obstacles.

Cape Argus News
Mashudu Sadike|Published

UK Visa denial: EFF not backing down

EFF president Julius Malema has hit back at the UK High Commission in South Africa, accusing them of playing politics after denying him a visa.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

Visa denial prompts British High Commission to apologise to Julius Malema

The High Commission further indicated that the delegation may withdraw their applications and that “the Home Office will fully refund all application fees incurred, including the priority service application. ”

Cape Argus News
Hope Ntanzi|Published

EFF calls for transparency in 2025 budget hearings amid economic crisis

The EFF demands genuine public engagement and transparency in the 2025 budget hearings, urging Parliament to abandon its 'rubber-stamp' approach for a more inclusive process.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

British High Commission apologises to Julius Malema over visa denial

The British High Commission has formally apologised to Julius Malema after the UK Home Office failed to process his visa application in time for the Africa Together Conference at Cambridge University, igniting controversy and raising questions about political motivations behind the denial.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Remember the ‘Kill the Boer’ chant? AfriForum hails UK visa ban on Malema, calls for worldwide action

AfriForum applauds the UK’s decision to deny Julius Malema a visa, urging the international community to impose sanctions due to his controversial remarks. Malema claims the denial is an attack on his political views.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Julius Malema denied visa to attend Cambridge Conference in UK: What you need to know

Scheduled to speak at a conference renowned for promoting diverse discourses on pressing global issues, Malema found himself unexpectedly grounded at OR Tambo International Airport.

News Politics
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

EFF criticises Mayor Moya for cutting power to Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital

The EFF has slammed Mayor Nasiphi Moya's decision to cut power to Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital over unpaid bills, calling for accountability and highlighting the impact on vulnerable patients.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

EFF ponders shake up of KZN leadership ahead of local government elections

The Economic Freedom Fighters are set to reconfigure their leadership in KwaZulu-Natal by the end of the week, following a series of electoral setbacks.

News Politics
Willem Phungula|Published

Sihle Lonzi criticises Deputy Minister Letsike for her response to MacG's podcast remarks

Sihle Lonzi of the EFF criticises Deputy Minister Letsike's response to MacG's derogatory comments, calling for clarity on separation of powers and urgent reforms in the podcasting sector.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

EFF calls for improved road safety measures following deadly Eastern Cape accident

The EFF have urged the Department of Transport to enhance road safety measures following a devastating accident that left 15 people dead.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

ANC, MK Party to square off in another crunch by-election in KZN

The by-election comes as the ANC’s faced internal challenges with waning influence in some regions, particularly in the face of growing opposition parties, including the rising uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), the IFP, who will be contested Ward 4.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

City of Tshwane under pressure as EFF calls for action against Afrikaners-only Kleinfontein

The EFF demands the dismantling of the controversial white Afrikaners-only settlement in Kleinfontein following a court ruling that the area was illegally occupied.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

‘We are window shopping’: EFF vows to occupy land near Kleinfontein

In a bold protest, the EFF demands equal rights for black South Africans in Kleinfontein, challenging the area's exclusionary practices following a court ruling on its legality.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Ramaphosa backs Godongwana after VAT u-turn: ‘No resignation, lessons learned'

President Cyril Ramaphosa defended Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and indicated that he will keep his job.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

'Useless and Wasteful': Malema demands deputy ministers be fired to save SA billions

Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, has called for the elimination of deputy minister positions, labelling them as 'useless' and suggesting that their removal could free up funds for South Africa's budget.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

MK Party seizes another ANC stronghold ward in Mandeni amid tense by-election

The MKP’s latest triumph adds to its growing popularity, while the ANC continues to battle dwindling electoral fortunes.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Budget 2025 | 'It is not my intention to resign as Finance Minister' - Enoch Godongwana

A new 2025 National Budget will be tabled on May 21, but Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he has no plan to resign over the budget debacle.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

EFF calls for termination of R34 million monthly office rentals for Gauteng provincial government

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng demand the immediate cancellation of costly lease agreements, revealing a shocking R34 million monthly expenditure on office rentals while 41 government-owned buildings remain unused.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Mzwanele Manyi: South Africans should thank MK Party for opposing ANC's VAT increase

Mzwanele Manyi argues that the MK Party's influence in the 2024 elections has significantly weakened the ANC's power and ignited crucial debates on VAT increases.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

MK Party rejects Julius Malema's claims of white funding and oppressors' money

The MK Party refutes EFF leader Julius Malema's allegations of white funding, asserting their commitment to independence by rejecting R1. 6 billion.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published