insert_link South Africa ANC deputy president says there are no internal quarrels within the government of national unity ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile says there are no internal quarrels within the government of national unity. He acknowledged some tensions between Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and DA federal chairperson, Helen Zille over the DA’s refusal to work with the ANC in the province. As the government of national unity marks 100 days since the establishment of the seventh administration in June, Mashatile emphasises the ANC's commitment to unity and […] todayOctober 15, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa Minister Chikunga Advocates for Stronger Family Structures to Combat Gender-Based Violence in South Africa Minister in the South Africa's Presidency for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, is calling for the reconstruction and strengthening of the family structure to end gender-based violence and femicide. On Sunday, five family members, including two young children, lost their lives in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. Subsequently, another mass shooting took place in Orange Farm, Gauteng, where seven people were shot dead. The department’s spokesperson, Cassius Selala, says South […] todayOctober 15, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa Ramaphosa Highlights Job Creation, Economic Growth, and Crime Reduction Under ANC-Led Government ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the ANC-led government of national unity has been all about creating jobs, growing the economy, and tackling crime in communities. He provided a comprehensive reflection of the first 100 days since the formation of the government of national unity in Gauteng yesterday evening. Ramaphosa says under the coalition government, the ANC will continue to lead the transformation of South Africa: Meanwhile, Gauteng ANC chairperson Panyaza […] todayOctober 15, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Police have arrested almost 15 thousand suspects during Operation Shanela in the past week S.A's Police have arrested 14-thousand-715 suspects during Operation Shanela in the past week. This includes two-thousand-990 wanted suspects, including 84 for rape and 30 for murder. The operation also seized 127 firearms and recovered 83 stolen vehicles. Police spokesperson Amanda van Wyk highlighted the arrest of a drug mule in Ethiopia and a 25-million-rand cocaine bust at OR Tambo Airport: todayOctober 15, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa SA Zionist Federation Calls on Government to Oppose Renaming of Sandton Drive After Leila Khaled The South African Zionist Federation has urged the Department of International Relations and Cooperation to intervene against the proposed renaming of Sandton Drive after Palestinian politician Leila Khaled. They believe this change violates the Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Act because Khaled is associated with a group classified as a terrorist organisation by the United States. The federation’s spokesperson, Rolene Marks, urges DIRCO to object to the proposal before Friday's deadline: […] todayOctober 15, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Vows to Hold Minister Thembi Simelane Accountable in Parliament Over VBS Bank Saga ActionSA says it’s determined to hold minister of Justice Thembi Simelane accountable in Parliament for her involvement in the VBS Mutual Bank saga. The party has reaffirmed its commitment to exposing cover-ups by members of the government of national unity to conceal corruption and ensure their coalition’s success. In a media briefing, ActionSA’s Athol Trollip remains steadfast in ensuring corrupt leaders are held to account to restore public trust […] todayOctober 15, 2024 10
insert_link 2 South Africa AfriForum Plans Mass Protest Against BELA Act in South Africa on November 5 In South Africa, AfriForum says a day of mass protest organised by the Afrikaans community will take place on 5 November against the BELA Act. AfriForum's Kallie Kriel says during a BELA Action Summit in Pretoria, dozens of Afrikaans organisations resolved to march against the Act's language policies. He says the protest aims to protect Afrikaans schools and mother-tongue education: todayOctober 11, 2024 52 2
insert_link South Africa S.A President pledges the support of the National Executive to the work of Chapter 9 institutions S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged the support of the National Executive to the work of Chapter 9 institutions, to exercise their powers and perform their functions without fear, favour, or prejudice. He met the leadership of Chapter 9 institutions at his official residence Mahlamba Ndlopfu in Pretoria. Several ministers were present including Finance minister Enoch Godongwana. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says broad issues were discussed including the common responsibility […] todayOctober 11, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa No Prosecution in Phala Phala Case Due to Lack of Evidence, Says Limpopo DPP The Director of South Africa's Public Prosecutions in Limpopo, Mukhali Ivy Thenga, has decided not to prosecute anyone in the Phala Phala case, citing insufficient evidence for a successful prosecution. This follows an investigation into a complaint laid by former spy boss Arthur Fraser against president Cyril Ramaphosa and former presidential protection unit head Wally Rhoode. They were implicated in an alleged cover-up of theft of foreign currency at Ramaphosa’s […] todayOctober 11, 2024 8