insert_link South Africa SA Political Parties Unite to Petition President Ramaphosa on Electoral Matters Amendment Bill Several South African political parties, including the African Christian Democratic Party, the DA, and the African Transformation Movement, have collectively appealed to President Cyril Ramaphosa to send the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill back to the National Assembly for reconsideration. They urge Ramaphosa to delay the bill's implementation pending further review. These parties argue that certain aspects of the bill are unconstitutional, particularly concerning its impact on the allocation of public […] todayApril 3, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa DA Calls for Urgent Debate and Vote on Motion of No Confidence Against SA’s National Assembly Speaker The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has demanded an immediate debate and vote on a motion of no confidence against the country's National Assembly Speaker, Mapisa-Nqakula. The party argues that Parliament must hold the speaker accountable, citing serious allegations against her, including charges of corruption and money laundering. Siviwe Gwarube of the DA emphasizes that the integrity and credibility of the National Assembly are on the line. todayApril 3, 2024 32
insert_link South Africa DA Raises Concerns Over Alleged Hiring of Individual with Sexual Harassment Allegations The DA in Gauteng has voiced its dismay over the alleged hiring of Vernon Naidoo by the provincial Department of Social Development, who reportedly has a history of facing sexual harassment allegations. Naidoo has been employed as a member of the forensic audit team. MEC for Social Development, Mbali Hlophe, has stated that hiring forensic auditors is not under her jurisdiction. Refiloe Nt'sekhe from the DA expressed serious concerns over […] todayMarch 28, 2024 41
insert_link South Africa Democratic AlliancePredicts ANC’s Majority Loss in South African Elections The Democratic Alliance asserts that the African National Congress is poised to lose its majority in the upcoming South African elections on 29 May. Despite receiving support from the National Treasury and stakeholders, the ANC and the Economic Freedom Fighters have jointly opposed the desirability of the DA's Responsible Spending Bill during a session of Parliament's standing committee on Finance. Dion George of the DA argues that passing the bill […] todayMarch 27, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa Democratic Alliance Urges Immediate Action on South Africa’s Water Crisis The Democratic Alliance in South Africa is demanding urgent measures to tackle the country's water crisis. Chief Whip Siviwe Gwarube calls on President Ramaphosa to deploy the South African National Defence Force for logistical support and water distribution. Gwarube advocates for public-private partnerships and calls for police investigations into potential acts of sabotage exacerbating the crisis. todayMarch 19, 2024 4
insert_link Oshiwambo Ongundu yo DA ya pula aataleli yomahogololo yopashigwana Omupresitend gwa South Africa Cyril Ramaposa okwa sheke ongundu onene yompilamen moshilongo o DA sho ya pula America niilongo yo EU yiye yi talele omahogololo. Ongundu oya ningi eindilo momukanda gwa tuminimwa amushanga gwepangelo lya America Antony Blinken noominista dhimwe dhiikwapondje yo EU oshiwike sha piti. O BBC oya lopota kutya o ANC oyati ombaapila yo DA kepangelo lya America otayi pukitha notayi kambadhala hanga oku landithapo oshilongo kiilongo iinankondo […] todayMarch 11, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has accused the DA of trying to mortgage South Africa’s democracy to the USA ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has accused the DA of trying to mortgage South Africa’s democracy to the USA. This follows the official opposition requesting the US and several other countries, including the European Union, to help provide resources for independent domestic observers ahead of the 29 May polls. Ramaphosa says this is the DA’s agenda of selling the country to the global superpowers. todayMarch 11, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa SA’s Democratic Alliance has lodged a complaint with Parliament’s joint committee on Ethics and Members’ Interests regarding corruption allegations SA's Democratic Alliance has lodged a complaint with Parliament's joint committee on Ethics and Members' Interests regarding corruption allegations against National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. DA chief whip, Siviwe Gwarube, has emphasised the importance of upholding accountability and transparency in public office. She says the allegations against the speaker threaten the credibility of Parliament. Gwarube calls for a swift and comprehensive investigation to address the matter with seriousness and urgency. […] todayMarch 7, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Acknowledges Challenges in Election Preparation The Independent Electoral Commission in South Africa acknowledges challenges in preparing for this year's general and provincial elections, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of May 29 as the polling date. Chief Electoral Official Sy Mamabolo cites uncertainty over the number of contesting parties and independents, which is impacting the size of the ballot papers. With over 27.4 million registered voters, the IEC faces logistical hurdles amidst evolving electoral dynamics. todayFebruary 22, 2024 4
