insert_link South Africa SA Constitutional Court Rules in Favor of DA, Orders ANC to Disclose Cadre Deployment Records The Democratic Alliance in South Africa expresses satisfaction with the Constitutional Court's ruling in their favor regarding the disclosure of the ANC's cadre deployment records. The court has mandated the ANC to publicly release comprehensive cadre deployment records, including meeting minutes, CVs, email threads, and WhatsApps dating back to January 1, 2013. Leon Schreiber, the DA's national spokesperson on Public Service and Administration, notes that the ANC has five working […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA’s Game Changers Party, Led by Duduzane Zuma, Sets Sights on Transforming South Africa’s Political Landscape in 2024 South Africa's All Game Changers party, under the leadership of Duduzane Zuma, eagerAly anticipates the 2024 general elections with the aim of reshaping South Africa's political landscape. Zuma emphasizes the importance of youth leadership and advocates for policies covering land compensation, sustainable energy, free education, and entrepreneurship in the curriculum. The party's key priorities include infrastructure development, agriculture, and re-industrialization, with the goal of transitioning South Africa from a net […] todayFebruary 13, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa A professor at Wits University says the ANC is wounded and decaying heading into the elections Unless something unforeseen occurs, the shape of post-election South Africa will show a wounded and decaying ANC. This is the view of Wits School of Governance professor, David Everatt. He says the ANC is grappling with a significant decline, polling at a mere 42-percent among determined registered voters, with the DA and the EFF winning less than a fifth of the vote. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Everatt says the ANC’s […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa DA Leader Celebrates Initial Victory Against ANC’s Race Quotas Act DA leader John Steenhuisen expresses satisfaction as the party, in collaboration with civil society partners, achieves an initial triumph in their ongoing opposition to the ANC's Race Quotas Act. Steenhuisen notes that Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi has been compelled to release revised draft regulations for the implementation of the Employment Equity Amendment Act, commonly referred to as the Race Quotas Act, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa ANC President Criticizes DA-Run Tshwane Municipality Over Prolonged Water Crisis in Mamelodi Phase Four ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has taken aim at the DA-run Tshwane Municipality, denouncing its failure to address the prolonged water challenges faced by residents in Mamelodi phase four. Some residents have endured a water shortage for over two weeks, prompting criticism from the ANC leader. Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink previously attributed the issue to illegal informal settlement connections into the water systems.During a voter registration campaign in Mamelodi, Ramaphosa expressed […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 24
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Emphasizes Ongoing Process Deputy CEO of South Africa's Electoral Commission, Masego Sheburi, underscores that voter registration for the upcoming elections is an ongoing process. In a commendation of Home Affairs, he highlights the department's open offices, aiding those requiring assistance with identity documents crucial for registration. Sheburi emphasizes that the registration process extends beyond the weekend, promoting ongoing civic engagement. todayFebruary 5, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa ANC to Pursue Disciplinary Action Against Zuma Despite Non-Response ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula asserts the party's commitment to pursue disciplinary action against former president Jacob Zuma, even if he doesn't respond to the suspension. Zuma's membership was suspended on Monday for violating the ANC's constitution through his involvement in the uMkonto we Sizwe Party. Mbalula emphasizes the party's dedication to upholding discipline and preserving the ANC's constitutional framework. todayFebruary 2, 2024 3
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s DA Urges Youth Empowerment and Change Through Active Voting in South African Election The Democratic Alliance in South Africa issues a rallying call to the nation's young population, urging them to reclaim their influence and vote for change in the forthcoming election. DA leader John Steenhuisen, speaking at the Multi-Party Charter for South Africa's voter registration event in Johannesburg, underscored the significance of youth engagement. He encouraged potential voters to register in substantial numbers during the upcoming registration drive weekend. Steenhuisen emphasized that […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa ANC Electoral Committee Reports Progress in Candidate Selection for Upcoming Elections The ANC's electoral committee has revealed encouraging advancements in the ongoing candidate selection process for the upcoming elections. Anticipated to conclude by mid-February, this process encompasses the nomination of three premier candidates from each province. Fikile Mbalula, the ANC secretary-general, shared insights during a post-National Executive Committee briefing, stating that the candidates will undergo interviews at a later stage. The specific timing for these interviews will be determined by the […] todayFebruary 2, 2024 5
