insert_link South Africa S.A’s MK Party Aims to Be Official Opposition, Considers Alliance with EFF and ATM In S.A, the MK Party says it positions itself as the official opposition, planning a collaboration with the EFF and ATM. Newly sworn-in member of parliament John Hlophe notes teething problems within the government of national unity, attributing them to different party values. Hlophe says they haven’t yet decided on supporting an impeachment motion on president Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal: todayJune 26, 2024 16
insert_link Health / Medical SA’s Border Management Authority implements preparedness plan for Mpox South Africa’s Border Management Authority commissioner, Michael Masiapato has announced that the authority's port health officials have developed an outbreak preparedness plan that outlines the response in dealing with Mpox. Spokesperson, Mmemme Mogotsi says 13 cases have been confirmed by the Department of Health. todayJune 25, 2024 26
insert_link South Africa S.A Union Saftu Criticizes Mismanagement of National Student Financial Aid Scheme In S.A. the Union federation, Saftu says ongoing mismanagement of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme continues to harm students. The federation asserts students across various institutions face evictions and financial instability due to delayed grant payments, despite the appointment of a new board. Saftu’s , Xantilomzi Mapukata urges reliable financial support during exam periods to prevent further disruption to students' lives: todayJune 25, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa ANC Initiates Second Phase of Government of National Unity Process in South Africa In S.A, the ANC says the second phase of the government of national unity process, to appoint the Cabinet in line with the Constitution is underway. The ANC’s spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri says consultations with leaders of parties included in the government of national unit are underway. Bhengu-Motsiri says ten out of 18 parties joined the government of national unity initiative by Saturday and these parties represent an overwhelming majority of […] todayJune 25, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa Al Jama-ah Joins South Africa’s Government of National Unity to Counter DA Influence To South Africa where Al Jama-ah has entered the government of national unity in South Africa, aiming to weaken the DA and its allies. The party rejects a DA-led coalition, citing support for Zionist policies and minority rule. It alleges external interference favored the DA in elections. Party leader Ganief Hendricks advocates for a progressive coalition to counter the DA's influence. todayJune 25, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa Concerns Over Access to South Africa’s Social Relief Grant South Africa's Universal Basic Income Coalition is alarmed by rising digital barriers hindering access to the social relief of distress grant. The coalition accuses the South African Social Security Agency of complicating grant access under the guise of suspected fraud, resulting in beneficiary suspensions and complex online biometric verifications. Criticism centers on SASSA's transparency shortcomings and the added hardships on vulnerable individuals, urging the agency to prioritize accountability and transparent […] todayJune 25, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa South Africa Forms Government of National Unity After Historic Election Nearly a month after the African National Congress lost its parliamentary majority in the most competitive election since the end of apartheid, 10 South African political parties have agreed to form a government of national unity as reported by Reuters. This collaboration, involving parties across the political spectrum, marks the first time in the democratic era that the ANC will share power. todayJune 25, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa Cosatu Urges ANC to Address Voter Discontent In S.A, Cosatu calls on the ANC to recognise voter discontent in the election results as a clear signal to improve its performance. The federation pledges to hold the government of national unity accountable, working closely with alliance partner the South African Communist Party. General secretary Solly Phetoe anticipates president Cyril Ramaphosa will consult alliance partners on the forming of the seventh administration's cabinet: todayJune 25, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Shamsi hits out at ‘ridiculous’ T20 World Cup critics South Africa leg-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi lambasted his team's "ridiculous" critics after the Proteas won another T20 World Cup nail-biter to reach the semi-finals. Shamsi claimed 3-27 in Sunday's three-wicket win over two-time champions West Indies as South Africa chalked up a seventh win in seven games at the tournament. The 34-year-old took the wickets of dangerous opener Kyle Mayers and top-scoring Roston Chase in his four overs. […] todayJune 24, 2024 38