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Government continues to pay millions in COVID-19 relief funds to taxi industry
As the South African government allocates millions in COVID-19 relief funds to the taxi industry, BOSA raises concerns about transparency and accountability in the funding process.
‘We’ve seen markets reactions to a government without the DA,’ Steenhuisen warns of JSE losses linked to DA's exclusion from govt
Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen highlights critical concerns from the business community regarding the party's exclusion from governance, warning that this has led to over R1 trillion in losses for the JSE.
Budget crisis | MK Party demands DA's removal as ANC seeks support outside GNU
As the budget vote approaches, the ANC is seeking support from parties outside the GNU after the DA's opposition to VAT increases. ActionSA expresses frustration at late consultations while the MK Party issues an ultimatum: "Remove the DA or forget our support. "
Budget Crisis | ANC chooses VAT increase over cutting cabinet perks
The ANC has defended its stance on maintaining ministerial perks while supporting a VAT increase, arguing that cutting cabinet benefits would not address South Africa's R2. 7 trillion budget shortfall.
DA leader John Steenhuisen opposes VAT hike, advocates for job creation
DA Leader John Steenhuisen criticised the proposed VAT hike and urged focus on job creation for struggling South Africans.
This is why Treasury wants a VAT increase | Budget 2025
A 2% increase on the VAT would have raised the VAT to 17%, however, the proposal was widely rejected during an emergency Cabinet meeting called ahead of the Budget Speech on Wednesday.
ActionSA calls for administration of Free State municipality over cousin's R27 million deal
Maluti-A-Phofung Municipality's acting manager faces scrutiny for allegedly signing a R27 million debt deal with his cousin, raising serious corruption concerns.
French Prime Minister Bayrou faces critical no-confidence vote amid budget crises
French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou confronts a dramatic showdown in parliament as opposition forces mount a no-confidence vote over his controversial budget reforms and pension plans. Despite fierce criticism from both left and right, political analysts predict Bayrou will survive this first major test of his leadership, though challenges loom over his ambitious economic agenda.
Western Cape to hire 477 new teachers despite budget cuts that forced 2,400 teaching jobs cuts
In a surprise development, Western Cape, MEC of Education David Maynier, has announced plans to hire 477 new teachers for new schools and new classrooms, despite over 2,400 teachers losing their jobs this month.
R50m Limpopo Municipal Building Scandal: Public Works Department denies involvment
National and provincial public works departments deny involvement in the stalled Collins Chabane municipal building project, with concerns mounting over its funding and consultant spending.
France to supply Kiev with missiles financed by Russian assets' profits – Defence Minister
Russia believes that arms supplies to Ukraine hinder the settlement, directly involving NATO countries in the conflict.
Austerity: A club to bludgeon the poor
If the ANC blindly continues with austerity it will be removed from power. We do not have a left party and will not have one for as long as the SACP and Cosatu remain tied to the ANC and Numsa and Abahlali baseMjondolo do not work towards building an inclusive mass-based left project.
EFF condemns R3. 6 billion exam printing costs, accuses DA of eroding state capacity
The Department of Basic Education clarifies the breakdown of the R3. 6 billion expenditure, disputing claims that it’s solely for printing papers.
ActionSA and EFF support DA's push for oversight committee to enhance presidential accountability
The DA proposes a new oversight committee for the Presidency, aiming to enhance accountability and strengthen parliamentary oversight of the executive.
DA unveils Anti-Corruption Bill to establish independent commission for high-level crime
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced the Constitution Twenty-First Amendment Bill, also known as the “Anti-Corruption Bill,” to Parliament.
City of Tshwane‘s financial woes deepen as residents and businesses owes over R24 billion
Gauteng MEC of Finance Lebohang Maile has expressed concern over City of Tshwane’s ineffective credit control policy, following his revelation that the cash-strapped metro is owed over R24 billion by residents and businesses.
MTBPS: Godongwana’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement spells disaster for South Africa’s struggling economy
This is the time for progressive forces to come together and fight against a privatisation agenda that seeks to place state-owned entities in direct competition with a private sector that is solely interested in profit, says the writer.
‘Give me 100 days’: Tshwane mayor outlines her plan to deliver services
Moya underscored the need for reliable services, acknowledging residents’ concerns over outages. Despite budget constraints, she plans to enhance project management for suspended infrastructure projects.
2024 MTBPS: South Africa's political parties respond with mixed views
South African political parties have expressed mixed reactions to the 2024 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday, October 30
Ministers Macpherson and Gondwe drive employment reforms to empower vulnerable South Africans
Their agenda revolves around vital reforms to the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and establishing partnerships that support rural students, thus contributing to a broader strategy to mitigate youth unemployment in rural areas.
ActionSA MP exposes conditions at KwaThema police stations, POPCRU calls for urgent action
Popcru is calling for swift action on conditions at the KwaThema police station, in Ekurhuleni, where conditions are said to be a dilapidated state, with shortage of police, lack of office spaces for detectives, and operating only with one vehicle.
KwaZulu-Natal to see a 55% boost in water supply through the uMkhomazi Water Project by 2030
Amid ongoing water shortages in South Africa, particularly in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal provinces, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo recently attended a business dinner at the Mkhambathini Local Municipality in Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal, to announce the advancement of the significant uMkhomazi Water Project.
Committee urges action on Gauteng’s water crisis as municipal failures mount
Gauteng faces a severe water crisis as municipalities fail to manage infrastructure and conservation efforts, prompting urgent government intervention.
EFF voices concerns over R52 million spent by Home Affairs on deporting illegal foreigners
The EFF’s Thapelo Mogale expressed concern that despite the efforts to deport over 19,000 illegal foreigners, they can easily re-enter the country just after being deported owing to weak border management.
Mayor Moya welcomes André Coetzee as Chief of Staff to enhance Tshwane’s city services
With André Coetzee as Chief of Staff, Mayor Nasiphi Moya seeks to advance Tshwane’s governance agenda and improve service delivery for all.