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ANC supports Nkabane's withdrawal of controversial SETA board appointments

The ANC breaks its silence, backing Nkabane's decision to withdraw controversial SETA board appointments and reopen the nomination process.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Nkabane withdraws SETA board appointments amid nepotism outcry

Facing mounting criticism over politically connected appointments, Higher Education Minister Nqabane has withdrawn the entire slate of SETA board chairpersons, a list that included senior ANC figures and family members of top officials.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

EFF slams ‘unconstitutional’ removal of its MP Sihle Lonzi over question on Gwede Mantashe’s son

The EFF has condemned the removal of MP Sihle Lonzi from a parliamentary meeting after he questioned the appointment of Gwede Mantashe's son to a SETA board.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Gwede Mantashe's son's appointment to SITA board sparks outrage and cries of nepotism

Nkabane approved the selections, but the DA and EFF criticised them, citing possible nepotism, cadre deployment, and the politicisation of important organisations in charge of skills development

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

EFF MP Sihle Lonzi removed from meeting over Gwede Mantashe’s son’s SETA appointment

EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a parliamentary meeting after questioning the appointment of Gwede Mantashe’s son to a SETA board, igniting a political storm.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Will Zwelo Masilela's qualifications stand up to ANC Integrity Commission scrutiny?

Fikile Mbalula reveals that ANC Youth League Treasurer Zwelo Masilela faces an Integrity Commission investigation over serious qualification allegations, raising questions about accountability within the party.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

EFF's Student Debt Cancellation Bill aims to unlock 300,000 graduates' futures

The EFF's groundbreaking Student Debt Cancellation Bill promises to transform the lives of 300,000 graduates trapped by financial debt, offering a path to employment and economic freedom.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published