insert_link South Africa DA Assumes Major Role in National Government And Promises Governance Excellence The DA says it is proud to rise to the challenge and take its place at the seat of national government for the first time. The party has secured six ministries and six deputy ministers in the new cabinet. These include leader John Steenhuisen as minister of Agriculture, Siviwe Gwarube as Basic Education minister and Leon Schreiber as the minister of Home Affairs. Steenhuisen says they are ready to introduce […] todayJuly 1, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa In SA, RISE Mzansi has welcomed the announcement of the new cabinet RISE Mzansi has welcomed the announcement of the new cabinet but it is disappointed by the national executive being enlarged. Cabinet has now grown from 30 to 32 ministers and 43 deputy ministers. The party, which is also part of the government of national unity, did not demand positions in the executive nor were positions offered to it. RISE Mzansi’s Mabine Seabe says its support of the government of national […] todayJuly 1, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa S.A’ s President says the incoming government will prioritise sustainable economic growth S.A' s President, Cyril Ramaphosa says the incoming government will prioritise rapid, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, and the creation of a more just society by tackling poverty and inequality. He announced his new cabinet last night with Paul Mashatile remaining the deputy president, with political parties in the government of national unity securing ministries including the DA, IFP, Freedom Front Plus, and Patriotic Alliance. Ramaphosa says the establishment of […] todayJuly 1, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Sadtu Criticizes DA’s Approach in Government Negotiations South Africa's Sadtu national executive committee has accused the DA of treating the ANC as beggars in the ongoing government negotiations. General Secretary Mugwena Maluleke insists that the DA should take its place as the opposition while those prioritizing the country's interests should continue the negotiations. He also emphasized that the teachers' union will not tolerate market dictation, asserting that the country must be returned to its rightful owners. todayJuly 1, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa South African President Appoints Former Opposition Leader as Agriculture Minister South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader, John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture on Sunday, integrating the Democratic Alliance and other parties into his new coalition cabinet says Reuters. Ramaphosa's African National Congress was compelled to form alliances with rival parties to retain power after losing its majority for the first time in three decades in the May 29 election. The announcement of the new government of national […] todayJuly 1, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg Residents Experience Minor Earthquake Johannesburg Emergency Management Services says some residents experienced an earthquake of around magnitude three Saturday night. Spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says the tremor was felt in several areas, including Soweto, Roodepoort, Naturena and Kibler Park: todayJuly 1, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s City Power has launched a new Customer Portal and AI-powered chatbot South Africa's ,City Power has launched a new Customer Portal and AI-powered chatbot, Joulene, aimed at improving customer service. The 24/7 portal provides customers with instant access to historical data, customer queries, meter alarms, outage updates, power interruptions, bill simulations, and service inquiries. Spokesperson, Isaac Mangena says this marks City Power's commitment to digital transformation and enhanced customer engagement: todayJune 28, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa DA gives S.A president an ultimatum on original cabinet offer or risk collapsing their agreement In a fast developing story from S.A, the DA has given President Cyril Ramaphosa an ultimatum to adhere to the original cabinet offer or risk collapsing their agreement. News24 reports that Ramaphosa changed his initial offer, swapping the key portfolio of Trade, Industry, and Competition with Tourism, sparking outrage from the DA. The party insists on the original terms, stating they will not compromise or renegotiate further. todayJune 28, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa ABSA Corporate Investment Banking Halts Funding for New Coal Projects in South Africa In S.A, ABSA Corporate Investment Banking has announced it will not fund any new coal-powered projects. The bank's Msizi Khoza says they instead support financing a balanced energy mix, including projects aimed at making existing coal-powered plants more efficient and environmentally friendly. Khoza highlighted that this approach aligns with their commitment to sustainability: todayJune 28, 2024 17
