insert_link South Africa ActionSA in the Eastern Cape is concerned about the financial state of the province In South Africa, ActionSA in the Eastern Cape is concerned about the financial state of the province. An Eastern Cape Socio-Economic Consultative Council report shows the provincial economy entered a recession in the first quarter of this year. More than 77-thousand workers in the province lost their jobs in the first quarter, resulting in an unemployment rate of 42.4-percent. ActionSA’s Athol Trollip says urgent action is needed to turn this […] todayJuly 9, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region In South Africa, ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region, Mzwakhe Mbatha and Sizwe Mokoena, pending ongoing investigations and disciplinary procedures. According to the party's interim constitution, all members are bound by a code of conduct, with breaches referred to the ethics and disciplinary committee for investigation and hearings. ActionSA’s Zwakele Mncwango says they aim to promptly resolve the matter and hold accountable […] todayJuly 9, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa ActionSA strongly condemns the return of corruption-accused Zizi Kodwa to Parliament for ANC ActionSA strongly condemns the return of corruption-accused Zizi Kodwa to Parliament as an ANC Member of Parliament. Kodwa faces charges for allegedly accepting a 1.6-million-rand bribe in the state of capture report. The party criticises the ANC for allowing Kodwa to serve while facing serious corruption charges, arguing it undermines the rule of law. ActionSA’s Athol Trollip calls on the ANC to prioritise Parliament's integrity by withdrawing Kodwa's candidacy and […] todayJune 24, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Criticizes Possible Cabinet Expansion by ANC and DA ActionSA has noted reports suggesting that the ANC and DA government of national unity could be planning to expand the size of an already bloated cabinet. ActionSA’s, Samkelo Mgobozi says with 30 serving ministers and 36 deputy ministers, costing taxpayers over 146-million-rand annually in salaries alone, president Cyril Ramaphosa’s previous promise to downsize the cabinet has clearly amounted to no real intention: todayJune 18, 2024 30
insert_link Videos Future Media News-Week in Review: June 3-7 https://youtu.be/3E9aXHclgx8 OndangwaStateVet suspends services due to a water shortage affecting essential operations. Our Northern Correspondent Maria Namupala speaks with Dr. Johannes Iipinge. ClimateChange continues to challenge the agricultural sector, causing floods, droughts, and pest outbreaks. Erastus Ngaruka from AgriBank discusses the impact on farmers. WorldOceansDay on June 8 highlights the theme "Catalysing Action for Our Oceans and Climate." Minister Derek Klazen emphasizes the need for global awareness. […] todayJune 7, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Reacts to Potential DA-ANC Coalition Talks As It Prepares as Unofficial Opposition ActionSA says it notes DA leader John Steenhuisen’s announcement, which confirms plans to negotiate a potential coalition with the ANC. ActionSA national chairperson, Michael Beaumont, says the party may well have to ready itself to be the unofficial opposition in Parliament: todayJune 3, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa ActionSA leader calls on all South Africans to vote for change to restore rule of law ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba is calling on all South Africans to come out in numbers and vote for change that will improve the lives of people, restore the rule of law and create millions of new jobs. Mashaba says unless South Africans are brave enough to vote for a credible alternative today, they will be stuck with the same old leaders. todayMay 29, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa ActionSA welcomes a Press Council appeals committee ruling on Rapport’s anonymous elections poll ActionSA welcomes a Press Council appeals committee ruling on Rapport's anonymous elections poll. The ruling found the newspaper, News24, and City Press were wrong for withholding the poll's conducting organisation's identity, violating the Press Code. The party regards this as a significant triumph in its endeavors to oversee the polling industry. ActionSA’s Michael Beaumont expresses respect for the media outlets involved, stating their initial objection was made in the interest […] todayMay 3, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa ActionSA says it has received a deeply disturbing letter from the ANC Secretary General’s Office ActionSA says it has received a deeply disturbing letter from the ANC Secretary General’s Office, which appears to have been circulated to South African embassies. The letter reportedly urges the country’s diplomatic corps to assist in the ANC’s campaign abroad. ActionSA’s, Solly Moeng, says although South Africans are used to various shenanigans during election season by the ruling party, asking the country’s diplomatic representatives to mobilise votes abroad is a […] todayApril 30, 2024 37