insert_link South Africa South Africa’s DA Unveils Alternative Budget Focused on Economic Growth and Job Creation The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has presented its alternative budget, emphasizing sustainable economic growth and job creation. The party advocates for market-oriented reforms, urging the removal of government-imposed barriers to growth and the revitalization of state-owned entities. Ahead of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's budget speech, the DA's Dion George highlights the need for the unbundling of Eskom and the involvement of independent power producers to address the ongoing power […] todayFebruary 20, 2024 10
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 16
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 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 21
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 6
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Prepared for Voter Registration Weekend The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared its readiness for the upcoming voter registration weekend. A total of 23,303 registration stations will be operational from 8 AM to 5 PM, providing citizens with the opportunity to register or verify their details. Notably, the voters' roll has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 27 million. Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo credited the success to the online registration platform, which facilitated […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa DA Urges Gauteng Education Department to Mandate Enhanced Safety Measures for School Outings The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng is calling on the provincial Department of Education to mandate schools to implement comprehensive safety measures during outings, following the tragic passing of Latoya Temilton, a Grade Seven learner from Laerskool Queenswood in Pretoria, who drowned during a school excursion. Although the DA acknowledges the department's decision to initiate an independent investigation into the incident, Sergio dos Santos of the DA expresses deep concerns about […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa Over 18-thousand South Africans living abroad have registered to vote so far The SA Independent Electoral Commission says 18-thousand-469 South African citizens living in 101 countries have started registering to vote using the online registration portal system launched last month. The commission briefed the media on the readiness for the registration process this weekend. In 2019, about 21-thousand South Africans voted abroad. Chief Electoral Official Sy Mamabolo encourages eligible voters to check their registration status at the nearest diplomatic mission with their […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa The DA says it has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act application to PetroSA South Africa's DA has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act application to PetroSA. This is for records of the decision that informed the awarding of a tender for the exploration of its offshore gas reserves and the rebuilding of critical gas infrastructure to Equator Holdings. The company is run by notorious political operator Lawrence Mulaudzi, who was implicated in the Mpati Commission’s report into corruption and misconduct at […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 11