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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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ANC Suspends Former President Jacob Zuma’s Membership Amidst Endorsement of uMkhonto weSizwe

The ANC Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, announces the National Executive Committee's decision to immediately suspend the membership of former President Jacob Zuma. The suspension is based on exceptional circumstances justifying such action, as outlined in Rule 25.60 of the party's Constitution. Zuma's public endorsement and support for the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe have been cited as actions impairing the integrity of the ANC, leading to this significant disciplinary measure.

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SA Commission Calls for Improved Intelligence Gathering as Investigations Reveal Unclear Common Purpose

The South African Human Rights Commission has unveiled its report on the July 2021 riots, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Contrary to expectations, the commission stated that it remains unclear what the common purpose or intention behind the violence was, and no direct link to former President Jacob Zuma's imprisonment could be established. Commissioner Philile Ntuli emphasized the need for improved intelligence gathering in light of the challenges encountered during […]

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High Court in Western Cape Rejects Bid to Halt Sanction, Upholds Parliament’s Decision

African National Congress Member of Parliament, Dipuo Peters, is set to be suspended from all parliamentary activities from today until 28 March. The High Court in the Western Cape dismissed Peters's attempt to halt the sanction, endorsing Parliament's decision. The suspension stems from allegations of state capture during Peters's tenure as the Minister of Transport. The accusations include a failure to appoint a CEO for the Passenger Rail Agency of […]

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City of Johannesburg Chief Whip Injured in South City Shooting During Official Council Business

In a startling turn of events, Sithembiso Zungu, the Chief Whip of the City of Johannesburg, sustained injuries in a shooting incident in the southern part of the city. According to spokesperson Vusi Gumbi, Zungu was engaged in official council business when the incident occurred. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are under investigation, adding an element of concern to the incident involving a prominent municipal figure.  

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ANC suspends Jacob Zuma amid party dissent

The ANC’s national executive committee has decided to suspend former president Jacob Zuma from the party with immediate effect. According to News24, the NEC reached a consensus on Zuma’s suspension during a late-night meeting. Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula is expected to formally notify Zuma in writing. The suspension follows Zuma’s announcement that he will not campaign or vote for the ANC following the formation of his new uMkhonto weSizwe Party.

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DA Urges Gauteng Education Department to Mandate Enhanced Safety Measures for School Outings

The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng is calling on the provincial Department of Education to mandate schools to implement comprehensive safety measures during outings, following the tragic passing of Latoya Temilton, a Grade Seven learner from Laerskool Queenswood in Pretoria, who drowned during a school excursion. Although the DA acknowledges the department's decision to initiate an independent investigation into the incident, Sergio dos Santos of the DA expresses deep concerns about […]

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FOLLOW UP: Uncontrolled Fires Persist in Breede Valley and Witzenberg, Cape Winelands; Night Conditions Offer Some Respite

In a follow-up to our previous report, wildfires in Breede Valley and Witzenberg within the Cape Winelands district continue to rage uncontrollably. However, more favorable outcomes have been observed due to cooler night temperatures and reduced wind speeds. Jo-Anne Otto, spokesperson for the Cape Winelands District Municipality, notes that the combination of hot, dry weather and available fuel, such as aged fynbos and alien vegetation, remains conducive to the fires. […]

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An SA political analyst says the ANC is using the Israel/Gaza issue as an electioneering opportunity

The ANC is now unashamedly and brazenly using the Israel/Gaza issue as an electioneering opportunity, without any subtlety which points to opportunism. This is the view of South African political analyst Daniel Silke. Last week, the International Court of Justice ordered Israel to stop killing and harming people in Gaza. This comes after South Africa lodged an application accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. Silke says the ANC is desperately […]

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The World Court rescues international law from the Gaza rubble

  At the International Court of Justice, Nadeli Pandor, left, South Africa’s foreign minister, and Vusimuzi Madonsela, who led South Africa’s delegation to the reading of the court’s order concerning their country’s case accusing Israel of genocide, Jan. 26, 2024. The court found the allegations of such acts “plausible.” UN Photo/ICJ-CIJ/Frank van Beek. Courtesy of the ICJ   In a speech on Dec. 4, 1997, commemorating the International Day of […]

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