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The Democratic Alliance (DA) will seek support from the ANC and its other government of national unity (GNU) partners when it tables its proposed Public Procurement Inclusive Bill in parliament to replace the broad-based black economic empowerment policy. The Bill aims to replace what it called years of ineffective ANC empowerment policies that have left…
Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on Friday stuck to his guns in defending his decision not to consult cabinet ministers and senior police management prior to ordering the disbandment of a task team investigating political killings. Mchunu told parliament’s ad hoc committee probing allegations of corruption in the policing system that he did not breach…
The appointment of the chairperson of the National Skills Authority (NSA) has been flagged as irregular and potentially corrupt by members of parliament, as the candidate does not have the required qualifications for the role. Asanda Luwaca was appointed into the position in May by the then minister of higher education and training, Nobuhle Nkabane….
President Cyril Ramaphosa claims the City of Cape Town has been the worst-performing metropolitan municipality in terms of basic services delivery for impoverished residents. He said, despite the city of Cape Town performing well on measures of financial governance, it has not demonstrated significant progress in reducing inequality levels. Ramaphosa made the comments while responding…
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) says that although the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) did not reach Gaza, its mission was a success. The party made the statement following the release of activists who were detained by Israeli forces after being intercepted in international waters. Describing the GSF as a “noble humanitarian mission,” the EFF said…
ANC MPs avoided making direct reference to suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu as parliament’s ad hoc committee on police corruption continued questioning KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on Wednesday. Instead, the MPs focused on corruption in the judiciary, the role of former ANC member Brown Mogotsi, threats to Mkhwanazi’s family and alleged leaks…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) recent moves to clamp down on corruption, saying its reports demonstrated that the government was serious about fighting graft. “The SIU has made tremendous progress in helping us address the spate of corruption that has been happening and has been spreading,” Ramaphosa said while closing…
Afrika Mayibuye President Floyd Shivambu has slammed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s claim that Democratic Alliance (DA)-run municipalities are the best in the country. Speaking on The Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh Xperience (SMWX), Shivambu discussed South Africa’s current political climate. He also commented on Ramaphosa’s recent unofficial endorsement of the DA, saying that the DA governs the most affluent…
EFF leader Julius Malema faces a major setback in his presidential ambitions after he was convicted on firearm charges, threatening his political future This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and…
Neither the presidency nor the department of international relations has given much detail after the ambassador’s body was found at a hotel in Paris This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community…