insert_link South Africa ActionSA formally lodges a complaint to the Human Rights Commission against WesBank ActionSA says it has officially lodged a formal complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission to investigate Wesbank. The is over allegations that the finance provider is using a specific system to overcharge black clients. Wesbank has refuted allegations of discrimination against customers based on race, gender, or age. ActionSA’s spokesperson, Lerato Ngobeni, says they cannot condone nor tolerate the covert racism the bank represents. todayJanuary 26, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa ActionSA says the ANC must account for the continued deaths and fires in hijacked buildings in Joburg ActionSA in Johannesburg says it is of the view that the fatalities owing to fires within the Johannesburg CBD should be squarely blamed on the delinquent ANC-led government. On Sunday, a two-storey building was intentionally set alight, claiming the lives of two people, while last year’s Marshalltown fire left 77 people dead. In both incidents, the buildings were hijacked. ActionSA’s, Nobuhle Mthembu, says mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has used every trick […] todayJanuary 23, 2024 48
insert_link Uncategorized ActionSA has named Nasiphi Moya as its candidate for the position of Tshwane deputy mayor ActionSA has named Nasiphi Moya as its candidate for the position of Tshwane deputy mayor. National chairperson Michael Beaumont sees Moya is stepping into a significant leadership role within the city’s governance structure. He says this move aligns with ActionSA’s strategic positioning, aiming to make a robust impact on Tshwane’s political landscape. Beaumont also emphasised the nomination underscores the party’s commitment to active participation in local governance and influencing the […] todayJanuary 16, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa ActionSA is set to announce its nominee for the City of Tshwane’s deputy mayor position ActionSA is set to announce its nominee for the City of Tshwane’s deputy mayor position today. The announcement is expected to be made by the party’s national chairperson, Michael Beaumont. ActionSA’s spokesperson, Samkelo Mgobozi, says they have consistently been advocating for the need for a deputy mayor to ensure that the principles of co-governance were applied. todayJanuary 15, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa ActionSA rejects president Cyril Ramaphosa’s misleading claims on social grants ActionSA says it rejects the malicious and misleading claims by president Cyril Ramaphosa that social grants may be removed if the ANC loses power in the elections this year. Speaking in Mpumalanga on Monday, the president said if the ANC fails to attain the majority vote, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and social grants may be scrapped. ActionSA’s, Lerato Ngobeni, says this type of fearmongering is typical of the […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa ActionSA demands the immediate resignation of minister Blade Nzimande and Ernest Khosa of NSFAS ActionSA is demanding the immediate resignation of the minister o Higher Education, Science and Technology, Blade Nzimande, as well as the Chairperson of National Student Financial Aid Scheme board, Ernest Khosa. This follows explosive reporting by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse, revealing the pair allegedly received kickbacks related to the fraudulent Direct Payment of Allowances scheme. ActionSA’s Hluphi Gafane says Outa’s revelations exposed a web of corruption. todayJanuary 8, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa The leader of ActionSA insists South Africa’s economy is in a crisis ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba emphasized the critical state of South Africa's economy, citing unprecedented unemployment rates and concerning levels of inequality. He asserted that the party possesses a strategy to revitalize the nation by fostering economic expansion to elevate millions from poverty and rekindle the optimism that characterized South Africa in 1994. Mashaba highlighted ActionSA's unwavering commitment to realizing a future where fairness, equality, and prosperity define the nation's trajectory, […] todayDecember 20, 2023 16
insert_link South Africa ActionSA says it will ensure they remove the ANC government from power ActionSA says it will steadfastly focus on next year’s elections to ensure they remove the ANC government from power and start the work to fix South Africa. The party pledges to introduce legislation to enhance accountability once elected to Parliament. ActionSA’s Samkelo Mgobozi advocates for electoral reform and believes delaying the elections poses a risk to South Africa’s progress. todayDecember 5, 2023 3
insert_link South Africa ActionSA expresses disappointment as the ANC/EFF coalition keeps the Johannesburg council speaker position ActionSA has expressed dissatisfaction as the ANC/EFF coalition retains the City of Johannesburg’s speaker. African Independent Congress councillor Margaret Arnolds assumed the role, succeeding the ousted Colleen Makhubele. ActionSA Gauteng chairperson, Funzi Ngobeni voiced disappointment in the absence of their coalition partner, the DA, during today’s council sitting. Ngobeni insists that the DA should be accountable to residents for their actions. He emphasises the commitment to persist in efforts to […] todayNovember 21, 2023 1