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'Treasonous acts cannot be left unpunished': AfriForum and Solidarity face treason probe over US ‘misinformation’
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has assured Parliament that South Africa's intelligence reforms will guarantee political independence. She also revealed investigations into potential treason charges against activist groups AfriForum and the Solidarity Movement over allegations of spreading false claims abroad.
Podcast regulations in South Africa: A threat to free speech?
South African podcasters are divided over proposed regulations that could reshape their industry, sparked by a recent controversy involving MacG's misogynistic remarks. Will these changes enhance accountability or stifle free expression?
ANC demands probe into MPs’ ‘shameful’ Israel trip amid Gaza genocide case
The ANC and other critics have emphasised that the trip was not authorised by Parliament or the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).
Police Minister defends SAPS VIP protection
In response to recent high-profile incidents, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu defends the SAPS VIP protection services, asserting their effectiveness amid growing scrutiny.
Minister Mchunu defends SAPS VIP protection amid scrutiny
In response to recent high-profile incidents, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu defends the SAPS VIP protection services, asserting their effectiveness amid growing scrutiny.
Godongwana rejects wealth tax as 'Dangerous Gamble'—warns of capital flight and economic fallout
Finance Minister Godongwana will deliver his revised national budget on May 21. This is the third one this year.
Tensions escalate between ANC and Malatsi over future of SITA
ANC Communications spokesperson Imraan Subrathie warns that Minister Malatsi's decentralisation plans for SITA could jeopardise job security and economic growth in South Africa's ICT sector.
Mashatile assures MPs: State resources will not fund ANC power struggles
Deputy President Paul Mashatile assures Parliament that state resources will not be misused in the lead-up to the 2027 ANC elective conference, amidst ongoing allegations of political misconduct.
Mashatile warns municipal officials: Consequences for misconduct ahead of local elections
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently launched Phase Two of Operation Vulindlela, a strategic initiative aimed at unlocking bottlenecks in service delivery and ensuring sustainable municipal reform.
How NSFAS intends eliminating student accommodation challenges
NSFAS discusses the current challenges in student accommodation and outlines plans for improvement.
EFF calls for transparency in 2025 budget hearings amid economic crisis
The EFF demands genuine public engagement and transparency in the 2025 budget hearings, urging Parliament to abandon its 'rubber-stamp' approach for a more inclusive process.
NSFAS faces R5 billion budget overrun in student accommodation for 2024/25
NSFAS reports a R5 billion budget overrun for student accommodation in 2024/25, detailing the challenges faced and steps being taken to address them.
Student accommodation issues: NSFAS outlines challenges and future plans
NSFAS discusses the current challenges in student accommodation and outlines plans for improvement as they face the 2025 academic year.
No Sacred Cows: MK Party targets 'lavish lifestyle' of South African judges
uMkhonto weSizwe Party demands full asset disclosures, regular lifestyle audits, and questions judicial immunity from public scrutiny.
Sihle Lonzi criticises Deputy Minister Letsike for her response to MacG's podcast remarks
Sihle Lonzi of the EFF criticises Deputy Minister Letsike's response to MacG's derogatory comments, calling for clarity on separation of powers and urgent reforms in the podcasting sector.
Impact of VAT increase suspension on local government budgets
The recent suspension of the planned VAT increase has significant implications for local government budgets and service delivery. This article explores the legal developments surrounding the VAT hike and the subsequent impact on the national budget process
Budget 2025 | 'It is not my intention to resign as Finance Minister' - Enoch Godongwana
A new 2025 National Budget will be tabled on May 21, but Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he has no plan to resign over the budget debacle.
Parliament confirms VAT increase suspended, new budget to be tabled by Finance Minister
Following a court settlement, South Africa's Parliament has suspended the planned VAT increase, allowing Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to introduce a new budget aimed at ensuring fiscal stability.
Phala Phala Scandal: ActionSA files PAIA request for full IPID report
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu offered no reason for classifying the Phala Phala police report as "top secret" and withholding it from the public, but now ActionSA wants access to it.
Zille claims secret VAT deal with Godongwana - but offers zero proof: ‘Wait and see if I’m lying’
DA federal council chairperson, Helen Zille, called on the finance minister’s legal team to publicly state that they have approached them for out-of-court settlement on VAT.
Just In: Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana scraps VAT hike
Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana is expected to introduce a revised version of the budget without VAT within the next few weeks.
ANC's Fikile Mbalula hints imminent announcement regarding VAT budget decision
Anticipation builds as ANC prepares to unveil a significant decision on the contentious VAT increase, amidst ongoing political negotiations and legal challenges to the 2025 Budget.
R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar
One magistrate has been on suspension with full remuneration since September 2018, having received over R8 million since then for doing nothing.
FF+ defends Kleinfontein's cultural community amid MKP's controversial visit
The Freedom Front Plus believe that the Tshwane metro was unfair on Kleinfontein after it declared the area to be operating illegally following its failure to comply with legal requirements.
R31 million spent on suspended magistrates sparks uproar
There has been widespread uproar over suspended magistrates costing the taxpayer R31 million.