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Understanding youth unemployment in South Africa: We’re not lazy
Explore the harsh realities of youth unemployment in South Africa, where a generation is unfairly labelled as lazy. Discover the systemic issues at play and the urgent need for change.
DA, ANC respond to mixed results in South Africa's 2024 second-quarter crime statistics
The Democratic Alliance (DA) and the African National Congress (ANC) have voiced their perspectives on South Africa's recently released second-quarter crime statistics for 2024.
Political parties clash over BELA Act amid language and admissions disputes
The African National Congress (ANC) has called on the people of South Africa to support the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act and reject the agendas of the Democratic Alliance (DA), the Freedom Front Plus (FF+), and AfriForum, which they claim are undermining the hard-won unity of the nation.
How does SA benefit from a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris win?
As Americans gear up to vote in the November 5 elections, an economist breaks down what a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration could look like for South Africa.
The Trump and Musk bromance is a match made in right-wing heaven
Workers and their families should prepare for a potential assault on labour rights under a Trump presidency, writes Phakamile Hlubi-Majola.
US elections: What does a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris win mean for South Africa?
As Americans gear up to vote in the November 5 elections, an economist breaks down what a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration could look like for South Africa.
Thabo Mbeki echoes sentiments that Tito Mboweni died unhappy about the state of the ANC
Former president Thabo Mbeki has echoed sentiments regarding the late former finance minister, Tito Mboweni, who reportedly died unhappy about the state of the African National Congress (ANC) and the country.
Women in Construction: The struggle beyond Mam' Mkhize's success
Women in Construction: The struggle beyond Mam' Mkhize's success
Politicians behind construction mafia, says Black Business Federation
The Black Business Forum has been engaging with the government in KwaZulu-Natal on ‘rogue elements’ perpetuating the incidence of construction mafia, which Public Works MEC Martin Meyer says would be investigated.
SA handed back to the embrace of colonisation
The new GNU, particularly the DA, looks set to rid the new administration of as many of the last of its progressive policies as it can, writes Gillian Schutte.
The Perils of the Democratic Alliance’s Public Works Policies: A Concern for South Africa’s Future
In a merit-driven world, ministers must be chosen not for their connections or privileges but their qualifications and ability to serve the public effectively, writes Bayethe Msimang.
CPC Central Committee adopts resolution on further deepening reform comprehensively
The overall objectives of further deepening reform comprehensively are to continue improving and developing the system of socialism with Chinese characteristics and modernize China's system and capacity for governance, according to the communique.
GNU Can Curb Unemployment Through Implementing EFF Strategies
The only way that the GNU can deal with unemployment is through the adoption of EFF policies and strategies as laid out in our manifesto, writes Sixolise Gcilishe.
The GNU – A soft Coup?
The so-called Government of National Unity (GNU) is an unrepresentative government, writes Ricardo Maarman.
Graphics: Key takeaways from the 3rd plenum of the 20th CPC Central Committee communique
The 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee issued a communique at the end of its four-day third plenary session, which concluded Thursday.
Full text: Communique of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China
The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded its third plenary session on Thursday with a communique issued.
Forget Tintswalo, we are weaver birds now, says Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa urged South Africans to work together like weaver birds, adding that government had the intention to turn the country into a construction site.
‘The party of Mandela, Tambo, Sisulu has turned SA into a wasteland of broken promises’
OPINION: In assuming political office, the ANC committed itself to giving practical expression to democracy by promising “a better life for all,” writes Prof. Sipho Seepe.
‘Many reasons to celebrate despite setbacks and mistakes’
OPINION: The ANC remains committed, able and determined to continue on the journey to work with all the people of our beautiful land to create a country that isunited, non-racial, non-sexist, democratic and prosperous, free from the shackles and legacy of apartheid, colonialism and patriarchy, writes Fikile Mbalula.
ANC appeals cadre deployment judgment over ‘missing’ records
The ANC has appealed the contempt order that it must hand all records of the deployment committee to the official opposition.
NCOP decides on amendments to Bela Bill
The Select Committee on Education nd Technology has made changes to the Basic Education Amendment Laws (Bela) Bill that give School Governing Bodies powers on the language policy.
Parliament’s new rules offer a glimmer of hope
OPINION: The recent decision to amend the House rules and guidelines for petitions brings a glimmer of hope to South Africans, writes Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu.
Cape Town Metro secures top spot in Good Governance Africa Index 2024
Cape Town emerges triumphant as the city claims the top position in Good Governance Africa's Governance Performance Index (GPI) 2024, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in governance and service delivery.
Parliament wants more funds as National Treasury will cut almost R1 billion over next three years
The Secretary to Parliament, Xolile George, said they want further funding, as they face more cuts from National Treasury.
Nzimande slams Winde over a tale of two cities
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande said Premier Alan Winde has failed to deliver services to poor communities in the province.