DA calls no-confidence motion against Joburg mayor Morero before state of the city address
The DA in the City of Johannesburg will try to oust mayor Dada Morero.
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News24 | DA to file motion of no confidence in Joburg Mayor Dada Morero
The DA has submitted a motion of no confidence in Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero and Speaker Nobuhle Mthembu.
Mbalula again faces backlash over alleged interference in ANC regional conferences
The secretary general has once more been accused of violating party rules to influence regional elections in Limpopo and Gauteng ahead of the 2027 leadership contest
New equity targets are constitutional, counsel for labour minister tells court
The ministry sought to counter the DA’s argument that the targets amount to unfair discrimination
Malema visits parents of ‘Cwecwe’, offers support
EFF leader Julius Malema has visited the family of the seven-year-old girl known as Cwecwe who was allegedly raped at Bergview College in the Eastern Cape last year.
IFP recalls mayor of Jozini after NEC holds special meeting
Mfananaye Mathe demoted after special meeting of regional IFP leadership.
ANC says DA’s case on employment equity ‘reveals its enduring opposition to address inequality’
The biggest partners in the government of national unity (GNU), the ANC and the DA, are headed for another battle — this time over employment equity.
POLL | Do you support the DA’s Employment Equity Act challenge?
The DA is challenging the Employment Equity Amendment Act in court, arguing it discriminates unfairly and unconstitutionally.
‘Jobs should be awarded based on merit, not race’: DA challenges Employment Equity Act in court
The DA is set to begin its court case challenging the amendments to the Employment Equity Act “to ensure fair access to jobs and employment for all South Africans”, says the party’s federal chair Helen Zille.
News24 | SA will host a successful G20 meeting whether the US likes it or not, says Mashatile
Whether or not the United States government honours the invitation to attend the G20 meeting later this year, South Africa will make the event a success, according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile.
Ramaphosa authorises SIU to probe seven tenders in Mbombela
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit to investigate allegations of maladministration in Mbombela municipality’s affairs and recover any losses the state suffered.
South Africa to maintain ties with Bulgaria as embassy in Sofia closes
Dirco said the decision was driven by financial prudence rather than any deterioration in bilateral relations.
ANC Gauteng bets on internal renewal to lift 2026 election prospects
Internal polls forecast at least 40% of votes in the local government elections, while warnings against factionalism abound
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LISTEN | Mbalula tells ANC supporters to be disciplined, like ZCC members and loyal Kaizer Chiefs fans
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has called on party supporters to emulate the discipline of the Zion Christian Church and the loyalty of Kaizer Chiefs fans.
Mashatile wants ‘war rooms’ to boost economic transformation
Transformation and economic justice require a willingness to challenge the status quo, Deputy President Paul Mashatile said on Monday.
News24 | Where is Aserie Ndlovu? Police say there’s progress in case of missing Pretoria journalist
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has expressed concern for the safety of journalists after the disappearance of Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli, in February.
New inquiry into whether prosecutions of apartheid-era crimes were blocked
Successive ANC-led governments have been criticised by some for prioritising national reconciliation ahead of justice for victims
Deputy minister Mmapaseka Letsike takes stand against ‘online GBV’
Deputy minister in the Presidency for women, youth and persons with disabilities Mmapaseka Letsike says podcaster MacG’s statements about Minnie Dlamini were a violation of Dlamini’s rights.
McKenzie cracks down on employment of foreigners
Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie has written to chairpersons and accounting officers of the department’s entities, requesting detailed information about non-South Africans employed by these entities.
Electricity surcharge won’t be increased: Joburg mayor Dada Morero
Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero has assured residents that the R200 prepaid electricity surcharge will not be increased.
EFF to march to ‘Afrikaner-only’ township in Kleinfontein
The EFF will march to Kleinfontein, east of Pretoria, on Friday against alleged racial segregation and economic exclusion in the community.