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Former PAC president Luthando Mbinda convicted of fraud worth nearly R1 million
Luthando Mbinda, the former president of the PAC, has been convicted of fraud amounting to nearly R1 million, marking a significant turn in the political landscape.
'We must honour our heroes': Sisulu outraged by state of Sobukwe's grave
During Robert Sobukwe's centenary commemoration, Lindiwe Sisulu expressed shock at the neglected state of the Pan-Africanist leader's grave, calling for a national policy requiring municipalities to properly maintain struggle heroes' resting places. 'Other countries treat their heroes' graves as if they are still alive,' she lamented, suggesting South Africa must do better to honour those who fought for freedom.
'We must honour our heroes': Sisulu outraged by state of Sobukwe's grave
During Robert Sobukwe's centenary commemoration, Lindiwe Sisulu expressed shock at the neglected state of the Pan-Africanist leader's grave, calling for a national policy requiring municipalities to properly maintain struggle heroes' resting places. 'Other countries treat their heroes' graves as if they are still alive,' she lamented, suggesting South Africa must do better to honour those who fought for freedom.
Sharpeville Massacre 65th anniversary disrupted as PAC supporters storm commemoration
Political unity crumbled at the Sharpeville Massacre's 65th anniversary when PAC supporters stormed the commemoration venue, forcing provincial leaders to abandon proceedings. The dramatic turn of events overshadowed initial calls for solidarity, even as political parties across the spectrum gathered to honour the 69 victims of the historic 1960 tragedy that shaped South Africa's human rights journey.
Political opposition to VAT hike grows ahead of budget speech
With the Budget Speech imminent, the ANC's VAT increase proposal faces fierce resistance from multiple political factions.
Budget Speech: political parties reject VAT hike as Treasury seeks solutions
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces fierce resistance from GNU alliance partners and opposition parties over proposed VAT increases ahead of Wednesday's crucial Budget Speech, as political tensions mount over solutions to South Africa's R58 billion shortfall.
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.
GNU partners at loggerheads over Sona debate as elections loom
Tensions within the Government of National Unity raised its head once again this week during the State of the Nation Address debate in parliament.
What to expect from SONA 2025: Experts weigh in on South Africa's political future with the GNU
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s first Sona under the GNU is expected to reflect diverse party views.
Uncovering truth: inquest into 1993 Highgate Hotel massacre begins again
Inquest into the 1993 Highgate Hotel massacre resumes, as survivors and families seek justice and closure after decades of unanswered questions.
EXCLUSIVE: MK 'Battalion' operating within ANC
High-ranking sources within the ANC's National Executive Committee have uncovered a shocking revelation: an alleged coordinated operation by Mkhonto Wesizwe party members working covertly within the ANC. The operation reportedly aims to facilitate a dramatic power shift, with former President Jacob Zuma at its centre.
The timeline of the SACP: 1921 - 2024
The South African Communist Party (SACP) recently announced that it would contest the upcoming 2026 local government elections.
Political implications of Chidimma Adetshina’s identity crisis in SA
The complexities of Chidimma Adetshina's identity crisis highlight issues of race, politics, and public perception in South Africa
GNU parties to attend Global Assembly summit, amid calls for a boycott
The Global Assembly will convene approximately 500 democracy activists from 100 countries to foster engagement and facilitate the exchange of practices and insights from across the globe.
Paul Mashatile faces corruption allegations amid ANC leadership uncertainty
Deputy President Paul Mashatile confronts corruption allegations while navigating a competitive political landscape within the ANC, as the DA pushes for a greater role in the new Government of National Unity.
‘Floyd was extremely shocked’: Malema claims Mpofu wanted to shut down EFF and unite under Zuma’s umbrella
In a one-on-one meeting, Malema asked Zuma to endorse the EFF and further discussions will follow after the elections, but Zuma said it wouldn’t be appropriate for old people to vote for EFF.
Zille slams ANC's unilateral National Dialogue plans, calls for collaborative governance
Deputy President Paul Mashatile announces the date for the inaugural National Dialogue, aiming to address pressing socio-political issues in South Africa.
‘He was a puppet,’ says FF Plus after Mogale City Mayor resigned before motion of no confidence
Mogale City Mayor Danny Thupane resigned before he could face a motion of no confidence amid a service delivery crisis.
GNU scorecard: Black Business Council gives top marks to Ramokgopa, Tau, McKenzie and Schreiber
Although the stability of electricity supply pre-dates the formation of GNU, Kganki Matabane said Kgosientsho Ramokgopa must be given credit for the continuity.
Land redistribution: People are opting for money instead of land as R8 billion dished out to settle Eastern Cape claims
Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso said the trend of opting for money feeds into the narrative that black people cannot farm, which is not true.
Despite Bela and the NHI banana peels, but somehow, so far, so good for the GNU | The So What Podcast
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SA’s fallen heroes are brought back home
PAC President Mzwanele Nyhontso, as the Minister of Land Reform & Rural Development, officially accepted the remains of the country’s fallen heroes
Ministers McKenzie and Motshekga to receive remains of SA activists from Zimbabwe and Zambia
Government has already brought back almost 100 remains of freedom fighters but the process is now on to repatriate 1,000 South Africans buried in different countries.
SA families in Zimbabwe to exhume, repatriate remains of political activists who died in exile
Catherine Zikalala is in Zimbabwe to collect the remains of her relative, Edna Nomakosazana Mgabaza, who initially moved to Zambia where she worked before moving to Harare.
SACP leader’s comments that ANC sold out to the DA for GNU are an insult - Mbalula
“I'm very stressed by the situation. It is giving me sleepless nights. Every time I reflect on this, I get deeply disappointed, first by the political choice the ANC made,” said Mapaila.