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

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DA to Introduce Bill Criticizing National Prosecuting Authority Amendment Act for Failing to Tackle Corruption in S.A

In South Africa, the DA plans to introduce a Private Members Bill, criticising the National Prosecuting Authority Amendment Act as inadequate in addressing corruption. They argue the act's provision to make the Investigative Directorate permanent does not tackle issues like insufficient funding and political control over the NPA. The party’s Glynnis Breytenbach says the proposed bill aims to establish an independent anti-corruption commission with secure tenure and direct funding from […]

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South Africa’s ban on poultry from the Brazilian state severely impacts local poultry industry

Hume International has reported that South Africa's ban on poultry from the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, has severely impacted the local poultry industry. The ban, effective from this month, restricts imports of poultry produced after June 17. Hume International criticises the blanket ban, noting that it contravenes international trade statutes and could lead to higher food prices. The organisation's, Roy Thomas told SABC News that South Africa, […]

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AfriForum Applauds Gauteng High Court’s Decision to Block NERSA’s Appeal for Electricity Tariff Hikes

AfriForum has welcomed the Gauteng High Court’s decision to block energy regulator NERSA's appeal for municipal electricity tariff hikes. The court deemed the planned increases unlawful, rejecting NERSA's application. AfriForum’s Morné Mostert emphasises the need for municipalities to submit cost-of-supply studies to justify tariff hikes. He says the court ordered that unauthorised rates be reverted pending submissions reviews:  

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ANC in Gauteng Unveils New Tool to Combat Illegal Land Occupations

To South Africa, where the ANC in Gauteng has introduced a new land invasion monitoring tool aimed at preventing illegal land occupations. This initiative aims to tackle land invasions by offering a structured method to monitor and address unauthorized land occupations promptly. Following the conclusion of the provincial executive committee lekgotla, ANC provincial secretary, Thembinkosi Nciza told the media that the tool reinforces the party's commitment to maintaining order and […]

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South Africa’s Minister of Employment has acknowledged report showing an increase in unemployment

South Africa's Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, has acknowledged Statistics South Africa's second quarter report showing an increase in unemployment from 32.9-percent to 33.5-percent. Spokesperson Teboho Thejane says there are ongoing government interventions and partnerships with business to address economic challenges. He highlighted efforts to preserve jobs and support youth employment through initiatives like the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative:  

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ANC Gauteng chairperson, Panyaza Lesufi, says if the party is to survive, it must change its ways

ANC Gauteng chairperson, Panyaza Lesufi, says if the party is to survive, it must change its ways. He delivered the political overview at the party’s provincial executive committee Lekgotla in Boksburg. Nationally the ANC lost its outright majority for the first time since 1994 following the May general election. It also lost its grip on the province, with Gauteng now being governed by a government of provincial unity. Lesufi says […]

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The DA has secured a Parliamentary debate on Eskom’s proposed electricity tariff hike

In S.A, the DA has secured a Parliamentary debate on Eskom’s proposed electricity tariff hike. National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza confirmed the debate, which will scrutinise the legality of Eskom's make-up tariff to recover an extra eight-billion-rand next year. DA's Kevin Mileham emphasised the party's commitment to fighting the tariff increases, warning of severe financial burdens on struggling South Africans:  

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DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River

In S.A, the DA in the Western Cape is alarmed by the theft of ammunition and weaponry from the Faure Base in Eerste River. The party says this highlights a serious security crisis within SAPS facilities. With a history of stolen weapons ending up in the hands of criminals, the DA calls for an urgent investigation into this incident. Spokesperson, Thomas Walters stressed the need to rethink policing strategies and […]

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South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans

The South African Home Affairs Department has completed preparations to deport 95 Libyans arrested in White River, Mpumalanga, last month. It's believed they entered with visas obtained through misrepresentation. On Thursday, the White River Magistrate's Court withdrew their cases. Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber, says they will depart from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport today on a flight funded by the Libyan Government:  

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