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Murder and rape trial of 22-year-old Bafana Mahungela postponed to June

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg is set for a tense wait as the trial of 21-year-old Bafana Mahungela, accused of the murder and rape of his former teacher Kirsten Kluyts, has been postponed until June 12, allowing the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to consider the defense's request for withdrawal of charges.

News Crime and Courts
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

SACP demands wealth tax increase instead of VAT hike

At the Cosatu May Day rally, SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila calls on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to replace the VAT increase with a wealth tax, arguing that such fiscal reforms are crucial for uplifting the working class.

News Politics
Bongani Hans|Published

SACP celebrates reversal of VAT increase as a win for the working class

The South African Communist Party (SACP) celebrates a pivotal victory with the National Treasury's reversal of the VAT increase, a move that promises relief for the working class amid rising living costs. However, the SACP warns that this victory must be safeguarded against potential austerity measures.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Deputy President Mashatile pays tribute to Mofolo 4 combatants for bravery in Mutale River battle

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has paid heartfelt tribute to the Mofolo 4 combatants, a group of brave soldiers who fought valiantly during the infamous Battle of Mutale River in 1988.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

EFF and SACP demand answers after attack on Deputy President Mashatile

In the wake of a shooting targeting Deputy President Paul Mashatile's convoy, the EFF and SACP have raised serious concerns about political violence in South Africa, demanding immediate accountability and transparency from authorities.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Urgent action demanded by SACP to combat taxi violence in the Western Cape

Following the assassination of taxi leader Mongi Diti, the SACP demands urgent action from authorities to address the escalating taxi violence in the Western Cape.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Chris Hani's family claims exclusion from legacy matters as SACP, ANC commemorates death anniversary

Some of the family of struggle icon Chris Hani have expressed frustration at being sidelined by the ANC and SACP on matters concerning his legacy, claiming they only consult with his widow Limpho Hani.

News South Africa
Published

'364 days of amnesia': Political analyst slams ANC-SACP elite for abandoning Chris Hani's principles

On the 32nd anniversary of Chris Hani's assassination, political analyst Dr Clyde Ramalaina delivers a scathing critique of the ANC and SACP, accusing party leaders of invoking Hani's name annually while betraying his vision through corruption and self-enrichment.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published

ANC’s Fikile Mbalula demands inquest into Chris Hani’s assassination for ‘full closure’

African National Congress Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has called for a formal inquest into the assassination of anti-apartheid hero Chris Hani, adding that only a judicial review will bring complete closure to the decades-old tragedy.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

‘White Monopoly Capital and ANC allies are behind Chris Hani’s death, says EFF’s Carl Niehaus

EFF member Carl Niehaus has made explosive claims that 'White Monopoly Capital' and ANC collaborators were the true masterminds behind Chris Hani's assassination 32 years ago.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

'Before I die, I want justice’ – Chris Hani's widow calls for assassination inquest

As South Africa prepares to mark 32 years since Chris Hani's assassination, his widow Limpho Hani has slammed the justice system for releasing his unremorseful killer, while the SACP and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi renew urgent calls for a full inquest into his death.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Chris Hani's widow slams justice system as SACP and Lesufi call for assassination inquest

As South Africa prepares to mark 32 years since Chris Hani's assassination, his widow Limpho Hani has slammed the justice system for releasing his unremorseful killer, while the SACP and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi renew urgent calls for a full inquest into his death. 'This inquest must happen in our lifetime,' insists Lesufi at an emotional wreath-laying ceremony

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Don't be chicken: SACP calls for South Africa to withdraw trade concessions to US, including chicken imports

The South African Communist Party (SACP) is urging the government to reassess its trade concessions to the US in light of new tariffs imposed by President Trump. What does this mean for South Africa's economy and its poultry industry?

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

SACP criticises Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s upcoming state visit to South Africa

The SACP and MK Party oppose Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's state visit, labelling him a 'puppet president' and calling for protests.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

SACP calls for DA's exclusion from GNU after budget vote

The he SACP questions the DA's role in the GNU, asserting that recent budget votes prove the coalition can succeed without them.

News Politics
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

NUM considers supporting SACP in upcoming local elections amid waning ANC support

The National Union of Mineworkers is contemplating support for the South African Communist Party in the upcoming local government elections, citing waning support for the ANC and the need for better representation of workers' interests.

Cape Argus News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

How NUM's backing of SACP signals a setback for the ANC

The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has decided to throw its weight behind the South African Communist Party instead of the ANC, signaling growing discontent with the ruling party's Government of National Unity arrangement with the DA. Political analysts warn this shift could further erode the ANC's already diminishing electoral support ahead of the 2026 local elections.

News Politics
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

US-SA tensions rise as unions defy Ramaphosa over Rasool welcome

The defiance highlights growing internal divisions over South Africa's diplomatic approach to US relations.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

ANC fails to sway SACP on 2026 local election decision

SACP spokesperson Alex Mashilo said the party remains committed to its decision to contest next year's local government elections independently.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

ANC and SACP push for alliance renewal after May 2024 election loss

The ANC and SACP are set to reconfigure their alliance, aiming to fortify South Africa's national democratic revolutionary front in the wake of their May 2024 electoral defeat.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

ANC urges SACP not to contest 2026 elections on its own

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula said he would do everything in his power to convince the SACP not to contest elections independently.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

SACP says it submitted representation to remain registered amid IEC de-registration notice

SACP has responded to the IEC’s de-registration notice, stating that it has submitted its representation to stay registered on the commission’s register roll ahead of the 2026 elections.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

IEC to de-register 198 political parties, including SACP and ARETA

The IEC is set to remove 198 political parties, including SACP and ARETA, from official register due to inactivity.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

SACP in Limpopo gears up for 2026 elections, demands justice for VBS scandal

Some members of the SACP in Limpopo have questioned why their officials deployed in ANC structures are not withdrawn to prepare for the 2026 local eleections for their own party.

News South Africa Gauteng
Mashudu Sadike|Published

USAID and the intrigues of our version of democracy

Explore the complex relationship between USAID and democracy, uncovering the hidden truths behind its operations and the impact on global political dynamics

Sunday Independent Analysis
Opinion|Published