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Malema warns: ANC's arrogance may pave the way for Steenhuisen's presidency
Could South Africa soon be led by a white president? EFF leader Julius Malema warns that if the ANC continues its reckless governance, DA leader John Steenhuisen could rise to power through a united opposition.
Paul Mashatile calls for ANC renewal over succession ambitions as party faces survival crisis
Amid the ANC’s historic electoral decline, Paul Mashatile urges a focus on rebuilding the party rather than campaigning, positioning himself as a potential future leader while warning that survival depends on urgent renewal.
'We won't be like clueless DA': Mashaba sets terms for joining GNU
ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has criticised the 'clueless' DA for joining the GNU without understanding of the Statement of Intent, telling IOL it would only join the GNU if it is replaced with a legally binding agreement.
DA won't exit Government of National Unity over VAT controversy, Zille confirms
Helen Zille has confirmed the Democratic Alliance will remain within the Government of National Unity despite opposing the controversial VAT increase.
Mbalula labels Malema-Shivambu feud as fictional drama
ANC's Fikile Mbalula labels the much-discussed rivalry between EFF leaders Malema and Shivambu as a 'fictional drama,' shedding light on their true relationship and the complexities of South African politics.
Capital interests vs public good | Analysing the ANC-DA VAT dispute
The tensions between South Africa's ANC and DA over the recent VAT increase have exposed ideological divides within the Government of National Unity. As the ANC's National Working Committee prepares to respond to opposition, an expert argues that both parties may be prioritising capital interests over social justice, revealing deeper challenges in coalition governance.
ANC pushes 'reset button' on GNU but DA remains. . . for now
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula is expected to give an update on Tuesday on the latest developments of the National Working Committee (NWC) meeting.
Malema labels DA and FF Plus as enemies of progress, vows against coalition government
Julius Malema, leader of the EFF, reiterates his party's firm stance against collaborating with the DA and FF Plus, labelling them 'enemies of progress' during a recent speech at the Land Reclamation Day event.
People’s Movement for Change accuses DA of prioritising politics over unity
In a coalition riddled with tensions and diverging agendas, the People's Movement for Change (PMC) is urging a rethink of unity in South Africa's government as budgetary disputes threaten to unravel collaboration.
Electoral court to hear MK Party's claims of rigged 2024 South African elections
South Africa's third-largest political party, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), will have its day in court on June 3, 2025, as the Electoral Court hears allegations of rigging in the 2024 national elections. The case could potentially reshape the country's electoral landscape and test the integrity of democratic processes in post-apartheid South Africa.
ANALYSIS: Moeletsi Mbeki dissects Ramaphosa's 'weak presidency' and ANC discord
Political analyst Moeletsi Mbeki delivers a scathing assessment of President Ramaphosa's leadership, exposing growing rifts within the ANC and Cabinet that threaten South Africa's governance stability. From contradicting ministers to GNU challenges, Mbeki's analysis reveals a presidency struggling to maintain cohesion.
ANC and SACP push for alliance renewal after May 2024 election loss
The ANC and SACP are set to reconfigure their alliance, aiming to fortify South Africa's national democratic revolutionary front in the wake of their May 2024 electoral defeat.
IEC to de-register 198 political parties, including SACP and ARETA
The IEC is set to remove 198 political parties, including SACP and ARETA, from official register due to inactivity.
How MK Party and ATM plan to address political issues ahead of 2026 elections
Umkhonto weSizwe Party and African Transformation Movement have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at unifying efforts for political change in South Africa.
Mtolo to remain on ANC payroll, Mbalula names new reconfigured KZN structure
In a significant leadership reshuffle, the ANC has appointed veteran Jeff Radebe to lead its reconfigured KwaZulu-Natal structure, while former provincial secretary Bheki Mtolo retains a key position and salary in a move that signals both change and continuity for the ANC.
'It’s electoral opportunism, not political principle': Sinawo Tambo slams Shivambu and Mpofu’s departure to MK Party
EFF spokesperson Sinawo Tambo has expressed his disappointment over the departures of Floyd Shivambu and advocate Dali Mpofu from the EFF, labelling their actions as opportunistic rather than principled.
ANC veterans Masondo, Radebe lead reconfigured Gauteng and KZN structures, Lesufi survives
Former Johannesburg mayor Amos Masondo will lead the Gauteng PEC, while party veteran and former Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Jeff Radebe is set to lead KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), the source confirmed.
ANC's Nomvula Mokonyane opens up about Floyd Shivambu's aggressive behaviour during coalition talks
ANC deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane shares insights into the party's chaotic coalition talks with MKP and EFF, but Floyd Shivambu calls her out for telling lies.
SONA Debate | 'We’ll not be pressured by those investigated for wrongdoing', says Macpherson
Public Works & Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said he would not be pressured by false reports, political collusion, or those being investigated for wrongdoing and promised to continue working in the department.
SONA Debate: Public Works Minister Macpherson claims he found inefficiencies and corruption in his department
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson said that when his party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), joined the Government of National Unity (GNU), morale in the department was low, and he found it crippled by neglect, inefficiency, and corruption.
'She thinks the party is a family stokvel': MK Party supporters hit back at Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla after insulting Floyd Shivambu
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla faces fierce backlash from MK Party supporters after her insulting remarks towards Floyd Shivambu.
Ndlozi says Malema relied on lies, gossip and intelligence to suspend him from EFF
Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi says EFF leader Julius Malema relied on lies, shebeen gossip and a mysterious intelligence report to suspend him from the party.
Trump's 'God squad' holds increasing sway at White House
Donald Trump's dramatic shift towards religious conservatism takes centre stage as he establishes a White House Faith Office and surrounds himself with Christian nationalist advisors.
ANC Youth League conference in KwaZulu-Natal faces further delays
The ANC Youth League's elective conference in KwaZulu-Natal faced delays due to unresolved credential issues, raising concerns about the election of new leadership
SONA 2025 | Mixed reactions from GNU partners and left-wing parties to Ramaphosa's speech
Corne Mulder, the Chief Whip of the Freedom Front Plus (FF+), was among the few coalition partners to criticise President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech, describing it as "disappointing".