insert_link South Africa How democracy can work at community level: 3 lessons from a South African protest movement By Luke Sinwell, University of Johannesburg Popular protests have surged around the world over the last decade. But do they work? And what lessons can be learnt from communities who have a history of militant protests? When the African National Congress (ANC) was elected to power in South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994, many believed that popular protests, which were the […] todayJuly 2, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa South African organisation OUTA has questioned some cabinet appointments The South African organisation OUTA has questioned some cabinet appointments, seeking greater transparency from new ministers. CEO Wayne Duvenage hopes for closer consultation with civil society and better service delivery. Duvenage has criticised the increased cabinet size and the retention of underperforming ministers stating the bloated cabinet will be a massive cost to society. He has also emphasised the need to address wasteful expenditure, maladministration, and corruption: todayJuly 2, 2024 28
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s New Unity Government Sparks Cautious Optimism Amid Economic Concerns South Africa's new unity government, formed by President Cyril Ramaphosa with former opposition leader John Steenhuisen heading a key ministry, has garnered cautious optimism from industry and financial markets. Reuters reports that many citizens and political analysts express concerns about the coalition's ability to achieve economic growth and social reforms, marking the first coalition cabinet in three decades involving the Democratic Alliance and other parties. todayJuly 2, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa S.Africa’s new centre-right government promises unity, action South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's new coalition government heralds a pragmatic centre-right shift as opposition parties take control of more than a third of ministries, bringing hope for better governance but also cohesion fears. The African National Congress (ANC), which has governed since the advent of democracy in 1994, keeps 20 of the 32 cabinet positions, including foreign affairs, finance, defence, justice and police. The historied party […] todayJuly 1, 2024 16
insert_link Oshiwambo Ramaposa a tseyitha oka cabinet kepangelo lyuukumwe wopashigwana Omupresitend gwa South Africa Cyril Ramaposa okwa holola epangelo epe lyuukumwe,sho ongundu ye tayi pangele yo ANC ya kanitha iipundi oyindji yopaalamende momahogololo ga ningwa mu May. O BBC oya lopota kutya ongundu yo ANC otayi kala noopoosa 20 dhomooposa 32 dho cabinet,omanga yo DA,ndjoka yili ongundu onene yopambelewa yompilameno moshilongo,nomuleli gwayo John Stenhuisen uulikwa onga ominista yuunamapya,tayi kala noopoosa dhili 6,omanga dhilwe tadhi topolwa koongundu dhilwe dhili 6. Omauliko […] todayJuly 1, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Sadtu Criticizes DA’s Approach in Government Negotiations South Africa's Sadtu national executive committee has accused the DA of treating the ANC as beggars in the ongoing government negotiations. General Secretary Mugwena Maluleke insists that the DA should take its place as the opposition while those prioritizing the country's interests should continue the negotiations. He also emphasized that the teachers' union will not tolerate market dictation, asserting that the country must be returned to its rightful owners. todayJuly 1, 2024 12
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 23
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 16
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 25