insert_link South Africa EFF has condemned Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber’s extension of the temporary concession for foreign nationals The EFF has condemned Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber’s extension of the temporary concession for foreign nationals, who are awaiting the outcome of visa, waiver, and appeal applications. The new expiry date for the concession, which applies only to foreign nationals who have been legally admitted into South Africa, is December 31st. The EFF’s national spokesperson, Leigh-Ann Mathys, says this decision highlights the DA’s inability and lack of commitment to […] todayJuly 5, 2024 28
insert_link South Africa Cape Forum Opposes Potential Appointment of John Hlophe The Cape Forum strongly opposes the potential appointment of former Western Cape Judge president and MK parliamentary leader, John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission. They label the nomination a dishonour to the legal system. They criticise Hlophe's attempts to influence judicial decisions favouring former president Jacob Zuma. The forum’s Heindrich Wyngaard warns that Hlophe's appointment, alongside EFF nominee Julius Malema, could threaten the judiciary’s integrity: todayJuly 5, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa S.A Minister says Seventh Administration to Align Party Requirements with National Development Plan Objectives In S.A, Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stated that the seventh administration's priorities will include aligning political party requirements with the objectives of the national development plan. This alignment aims to ensure coherence and focus in government policies and actions across various political interests. In a media briefing, Ntshavheni confirmed that the transition from the sixth to the seventh administration has been completed with the swearing-in of new ministers and deputy ministers. todayJuly 5, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa Bidvest Group in S.A to Sell Bidvest Bank and FinGlobal for Sustainable Growth Bidvest Group In S.A has announced plans to sell Bidvest Bank and FinGlobal, aiming to secure dedicated financial services ownership for sustainability. Group CEO Mpumi Madisa stated that the disposal process seeks to find a buyer by year-end, pending regulatory approvals. The remaining insurance businesses will be integrated into Bidvest's automotive division. Madisa emphasized that this strategic restructuring aims to facilitate sustainable growth and value creation for stakeholders, assuring customers […] todayJuly 5, 2024 58
insert_link South Africa DA in South Africa’s Western Cape is confident in the government of national unity The DA in South Africa's Western Cape is confident the formation of the government of national unity will positively impact provincial politics, leading to better service delivery. This includes the push for its Provincial Powers Bill despite ANC objections. Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis told the SABC the GNU will help to unlock various policies that hinder the progress of the province's economy, enhancing infrastructure, rail transport and housing: todayJuly 5, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa RISE Mzansi welcomes appointment of its national chairperson as the new Gauteng MEC for Rural Development and Agriculture RISE Mzansi has welcomed the appointment of its national chairperson, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, as the new Gauteng MEC for Rural Development and Agriculture. Premier, Panyaza Lesufi has put together a ten-member cabinet under the banner of a government of provincial unity. RISE Mzansi’s spokesperson, Mabine Seabe, says the party’s public representatives at both national and provincial spheres of government will be accessible, accountable and serve all communities: todayJuly 4, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa In S.A, Congress Of People says the new cabinet under the government of national unity must prioritise policy certainty In S.A, the Congress Of People says the new cabinet under the government of national unity must prioritise policy certainty, economic growth and job creation. Chief Justice Raymond Zondo oversaw the swearing-in of all ministers and deputy ministers in president Cyril Ramaphosa’s new cabinet in Cape Town yesterday. COPE’s acting chairperson, Pakes Dikgetsi, says they will not hesitate to hold the new executive accountable: todayJuly 4, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA Health Minister Prioritizes National Health Insurance Implementation S.A's Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi says his top agendas in office include the implementation of the National Health Insurance and improving the National Health Laboratory Service cyber security. Motsoaledi noted doctors struggle to get blood results due to an IT security breach after a cyber attack. He also asserted his department will defend the NHI if it faces legal challenges in court, noting that the insurance benefits all South Africans: […] todayJuly 4, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa South African National Union of Mineworkers Disappointed with Steenhuisen’s Appointment as Agriculture Minister The South African National Union of Mineworkers has expressed disappointment over the appointment of DA leader John Steenhuisen as the new Minister of Agriculture, succeeding Thoko Didiza. NUM spokesperson Luphert Chilwane emphasized that Steenhuisen must address South Africa's persistent food insecurity at the homestead level and urged his department to commit more effort towards ensuring food security. todayJuly 4, 2024 8
