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Justice Ministry and NPA condemn alleged plot against Deputy President Paul Mashatile
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has condemned the allegations as 'fake news' and has initiated legal action.
Deadline for Sassa gold card migration extended again to April 2025
SASSA beneficiaries who haven't yet swapped their gold cards for Postbank black cards have been granted more time. Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has announced an extension of the deadline to 30 April 2025, providing relief for the approximately 800,000 beneficiaries still using the old cards. This marks the second extension of the deadline, addressing challenges many elderly recipients have faced with long queues and accessibility issues
Minister Ntshavheni explains South Africa's role in US ambassador appointments
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni clarifies South Africa’s role in the US ambassador appointment process, stating the country only reviews and accepts or rejects credentials once they are presented, not during selection.
Cabinet confronts 'misinformation': minister reveals AfriForum conceded on farm murder statistics
In a significant development, Minister Ntshavheni has revealed AfriForum has acknowledged the accuracy of government farm murder statistics while addressing Cabinet concerns about 'right-wing misinformation campaigns'. The briefing also covered employment gains in key sectors, SASSA card migration deadlines, and South Africa's preparations for hosting the upcoming G20 Summit, including readiness of World Heritage Sites.
Cabinet supports withdrawal of hemp and cannabis food product regulations
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni emphasises the government's commitment to regulating hemp and cannabis products, ensuring economic benefits while safeguarding vulnerable groups, particularly children, through extensive stakeholder consultations and public input on new regulations.
GOOD NEWS: Sassa gold card swap deadline extended to April 30
SASSA beneficiaries who haven't yet swapped their gold cards for Postbank black cards have been granted more time. Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has announced an extension of the deadline to 30 April 2025, providing relief for the approximately 800,000 beneficiaries still using the old cards. This marks the second extension of the deadline, addressing challenges many elderly recipients have faced with long queues and accessibility issues
Cabinet confronts 'misinformation': minister reveals AfriForum conceded on farm murder statistics
In a significant development, Minister Ntshavheni has revealed AfriForum has acknowledged the accuracy of government farm murder statistics while addressing Cabinet concerns about 'right-wing misinformation campaigns'. The briefing also covered employment gains in key sectors, SASSA card migration deadlines, and South Africa's preparations for hosting the upcoming G20 Summit, including readiness of World Heritage Sites.
State Security Agency's retirement package voluntary, says Presidency Minister
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni clarifies misconceptions about SSA retirement policies, emphasizing that the agency's severance package programme is entirely voluntary and part of a broader government initiative to address skills gaps and enhance professionalism.
Cabinet welcomes Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's proposed 2025 Budget
Discover how the 2025 National Budget, approved by Cabinet, aims to address fiscal challenges while supporting South African families.
Mbalula announces key changes in ANC leadership structure
In a significant leadership reshuffle, ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has appointed new heads for key committees, including Faith Muthambi as legal chair and Zuko Godlimpi as economic transformation chair, marking a strategic shift ahead of the 2026 local government elections.
SAA’s new CEO John Lamola responds to critics: ‘What has deployed me is the same spirit that deployed me when I was 12’
South African Airways' new CEO John Lamola strongly defends his appointment against political deployment allegations, citing his lifelong commitment to serving the country since childhood in Potchefstroom
‘No party jackets in Cabinet': Ntshavheni rejects GNU disputes over VAT hike
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has firmly rejected claims of division within the Cabinet over the controversial VAT hike proposal, emphasising that the Government of National Unity remains focused on serving all South Africans despite Democratic Alliance opposition.
She must go! Calls for Ramaphosa to dismiss Ntshavheni over R80 million fraud allegations
The DA intensifies its call for Minister Ntshavheni's dismissal amid shocking R80 million fraud allegations.
Budget postponement sparks political dispute among GNU parties
Allegations of political gamesmanship have surfaced, with various parties taking jabs at each other regarding the reasons behind the delayed tabling of Godongwana’s speech.
Budget postponement sparks political tussle among GNU parties
Political parties in South Africa’s Government of National Unity are embroiled in a dispute over the postponement of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech, with accusations of political gamesmanship flying between coalition members.
Oops! Hot mic catches Finance Minister's candid remarks after Budget Speech postponement
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's private frustrations were caught on a live mic during a media briefing, revealing tensions surrounding the postponed National Budget Speech.
Budget Delay | ANC, DA try score points on who rejected the VAT increase first
The 2025/26 National Budget Speech was postponed to March 12 after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana could not deliver it on Wednesday due to parties being at loggerheads over the proposed hike in VAT.
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.
Portfolio Committee criticised for silence on Stilfontein tragedy
The committee has been called on to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions and convene an urgent public hearing to hold the department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources accountable for its alleged failures.
Questions over Mineral and Petroleum Resources committee’s silence on Stilfontein deaths
The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.
Banks' Relentless Exclusion: The Covid-19 Loan Scheme That Was Never Meant for Black South Africans
OPINION: The banks must be forced to serve all South Africans, not just the privileged few. The fight for economic freedom is not over, writes Sipho Tshabalala.
Questions over Mineral and Petroleum Resources committee’s silence on Stilfontein deaths
The organisations called on the portfolio committee to immediately exercise its legislative oversight functions.
Government plans decentralisation of ICT powers from SITA to state institutions
Government considers decentralising ICT procurement from SITA to state institutions to address delivery delays and improve efficiency.
Ramaphosa's SONA Dilemma: Ministers, corruption scandals and no consequences
Political analysts say that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s SONA will be overshadowed by corruption scandals involving ministers, Thembi Simelane and Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, making it difficult to convince the public that there is effective consequence management.
Parliamentary committee advances SABC bill for urgent reforms
Parliamentary committee prioritises the SABC Bill to ensure the sustainability and viability of the public broadcaster amid ongoing legislative reforms.