In SA, RISE Mzansi has welcomed the announcement of the new cabinet

In SA, RISE Mzansi has welcomed the announcement of the new cabinet

RISE Mzansi has welcomed the announcement of the new cabinet but it is disappointed by the national executive being enlarged. Cabinet has now grown from 30 to 32 ministers and 43 deputy ministers. The party, which is also part of the government of national unity, did not demand positions in the executive nor were positions offered to it. RISE Mzansi’s Mabine Seabe says its support of the government of national […]

July 1, 2024 21

South Africa

S.A’ s President says the incoming government will prioritise sustainable economic growth

S.A' s President, Cyril Ramaphosa says the incoming government will prioritise rapid, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, and the creation of a more just society by tackling poverty and inequality. He announced his new cabinet last night with Paul Mashatile remaining the deputy president, with political parties in the government of national unity securing ministries including the DA, IFP, Freedom Front Plus, and Patriotic Alliance. Ramaphosa says the establishment of […]

July 1, 2024 31

South Africa

South African President Appoints Former Opposition Leader as Agriculture Minister

South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader, John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture on Sunday, integrating the Democratic Alliance and other parties into his new coalition cabinet says Reuters. Ramaphosa's African National Congress was compelled to form alliances with rival parties to retain power after losing its majority for the first time in three decades in the May 29 election. The announcement of the new government of national […]

July 1, 2024 20

Africa

South Africa’s coalition government – making the case for hope

By Brian Levy, Johns Hopkins University In the aftermath of South Africa’s recent election, renewed hope has made an unexpected appearance. In difficult times, even small gains can be valuable. But, on occasion, much more is possible. Small gains can feed on each other; momentum can build; a virtuous spiral can take hold. This may be such a moment. It’s not ordinarily a […]

June 26, 2024 14

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.

June 25, 2024 24

South Africa

S.A President Ramaphosa Highlights Basic Needs as Top Priorities

S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa says people's primary aspirations are adequate food, water, affordable electricity, and decent housing. In his inauguration speech, he affirmed the government's commitment to enhancing living standards and ensuring equitable access to vital services. According to Ramaphosa, socio-economic development and the fulfilment of basic rights are pivotal objectives for his second term, signalling a strong resolve to address critical issues affecting South Africans:

June 20, 2024 17

South Africa

S.A’s Ramaphosa Pledges to Improve Living Conditions in Second Term

On Wednesday, a weakened South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed that his new multi-party government would enhance basic living conditions for all citizens as he was sworn in for a second term. Ramaphosa's African National Congress will share power with five other parties after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years in the May 29 election.

June 20, 2024 15

Oshiwambo

OmuPresident Nangolo Mbumba, okwa ya ke nangeko pambelewa lo mupresident wa SA.

OmuPresident Nangolo Mbumba, okwa fika ko Pretoria sha South Africa onghela, opo aka kale penangeko pa mbelewa lomupresidet, Cyril Ramaphosa nena. Enangeko pambelewa lo mupresidet Cyril Ramphosa, ota li ningwa nena po 11h00, no kwa tee le lika oshiindingili shika ulikwe ko ikundaneki ya yoo loka, omo mwa kwa telwa oshikundaneki shetu sho matumo mawi mo mepo sho pashiwana NBC. Omu President Nangolo Mbumba, pefimbo ta dimo mo shilongo onghela, […]

June 19, 2024 15

South Africa

South Africa’s unity government: 4 crucial factors for it to work

By Joleen Steyn Kotze, University of the Free State Governments of national unity built on power-sharing arrangements are common in Africa and elsewhere in the world. Now South Africa also has a unity government, following the 2024 general election in which no party won a majority. These governments foster stability through collaboration in grand coalitions. The premise is that in divided societies, stability can be achieved […]

June 19, 2024 16