insert_link South Africa S.A’s National police commissioner says the rise in mass shootings is a serious concern S.A's National police commissioner Fannie Masemola says the rise in mass shootings in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and the Western Cape is a serious concern that needs immediate action. In a media briefing, Masemola said a comprehensive response is needed to prioritise public safety and address the root causes of violence to combat this troubling trend. He assured the public that efforts are being intensified to tackle the ongoing […] todayOctober 29, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa S.A’s International Relations and Cooperation minister Ronald Lamola will host his Ukrainian counterpart International Relations and Cooperation minister Ronald Lamola will host his Ukrainian counterpart, minister Andrii Sybiha today. They will sign an agreement on visa waiver for diplomatic service or official passports. The presidency says this agreement will enable South African officials to travel to Ukraine for peace formula meetings without visa logistical impediments. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says it is through the policy of non-alignment that South Africa has […] todayOctober 28, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s ANC president says the party is facing a crisis of authority, legitimacy, and trust To South Africa, ANC president says the party is facing a crisis of authority, legitimacy, and trust. He delivered the OR Tambo memorial lecture in Ekurhuleni yesterday evening. Sunday marked the 107th birthday of the late former ANC president Oliver Tambo, the party’s longest-serving president. Ramaphosa says even as the government of national unity continues to make progress, the electoral outcome put in the starkest of terms what the ANC […] todayOctober 28, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa Ramaphosa Says ANC Focused on Serving South Africans ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the party's main focus will be improving groundwork to ensure that it returns to its main mission, which is to serve the people of South Africa. He delivered the closing remarks of the special sitting of the ANC National Executive Committee meeting held at the Birchwood Conference Centre in Gauteng. Ramaphosa says the NEC is determined to build branches that are political and not transactional […] todayOctober 28, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa Deputy President Honors Former Labour Minister’s Legacy in Advancing Worker Rights S.A's Deputy president Paul Mashatile has praised former Labour minister Membathisi Mdladlana for his contributions to fighting apartheid and advancing labour rights. Mdladlana, South Africa's longest-serving Labour Minister, worked under four presidents. Speaking at a special memorial service, Mashatile highlighted Mdladlana’s legacy of resilience, commitment to social justice and implementing key labour laws that protected workers' rights and reduced industrial disputes: todayOctober 28, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa Transport Minister In S.A Calls for Sustainable Solutions as Taxi Sector Faces Rising Finance Costs In S.A, its transport minister Barbara Creecy has expressed concern over rising vehicle finance costs for the taxi sector. Speaking to the ANC NEC about the Taxi Recapitalisation Programme, she noted that the current scrapping allowance is insufficient, and unaffordable. Creecy says the programme’s model is now outdated. She aims to engage stakeholders and financiers to find sustainable solutions for the sector: todayOctober 28, 2024 26
insert_link South Africa MK Party national organiser claims its Party Caucus boasts the most capable leadership in Parliament MK Party national organiser Floyd Shivambu claims the MK Party Caucus boasts the most capable leadership in Parliament. Shivambu stated that party leaders could govern efficiently, outperforming the ANC, DA, or EFF. However, he acknowledged the party's lacking experience in building a successful political organisation. He says that his focus is ensuring the party thrives as it grows into a formidable opposition force: Shivambu also disclosed in a podcast […] todayOctober 28, 2024 26
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Health Committee Commends Cancer Care Workers Amid Resource Shortages In South africa, Gauteng legislature’s portfolio committee on Health and Wellness has praised healthcare workers for their dedication in providing cancer care despite facing severe resource shortages. During an in-depth assessment of cancer treatment facilities, the committee stressed the need for more staff, better infrastructure, and resources to meet the increasing demand. The committee’s chairperson, Ezra Letsoalo acknowledged the ongoing challenges but commended healthcare workers for their tireless efforts under […] todayOctober 25, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Deputy president convenes second meeting of the Government of National Unity Clearing House Mechanism S.A's Deputy president Paulus Mashatile has convened the second meeting of the Government of National Unity Clearing House Mechanism, a platform established by president Cyril Ramaphosa to resolve policy disagreements and any disputes within the ten-member government of national unity. Mashatile's spokesperson, Keith Khoza says it was agreed that the Secretariat should consolidate the views and enrich the Terms of Reference and that further deliberations must continue concerning the BELA […] todayOctober 25, 2024 25