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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Democratic Alliance

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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 11

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

South Africa

Shock and Apprehension as Johannesburg Council Chief Whip Wounded in Assassin-Style Shooting

The Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg expresses shock and appall at the recent assassin-style shooting incident that occurred during a Rand Water donation event in Zakariyya Park. Johannesburg council chief whip Sithembiso Zungu sustained injuries, while two individuals lost their lives when several suspects entered the hall, opened fire, and swiftly fled the scene. DA's Michael Sun voices concern over the alarming manner in which the shooting transpired, raising serious apprehensions […]

todayJanuary 30, 2024 30

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

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

South Africa

The DA in South Africa says it will act against Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC

The DA in South Africa says it will act against Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko for obstructing constitutional oversight of Tembisa Hospital. They claim they were unlawfully barred from entering the premises during an unannounced oversight visit. The party questions the motives behind the denial amid distressing reports of patients compelled to sleep in tents and on the floor. The DA’s Solly Msimanga says the hospital, plagued by […]

todayJanuary 25, 2024 6

South Africa

The DA in South Africa lodges an ethics complaint against Blade Nzimande over alleged kickbacks

The DA in South Africa has filed an ethics complaint against Higher Education, Science and Innovation minister Blade Nzimande, accusing him of receiving kickbacks from a National Student Financial Aid Scheme service provider. The party urges the joint parliamentary committee on Ethics and Members’ Interests to probe potential violations of parliamentary ethics and the mismanagement of public funds. The DA’s Chantel King says Nzimande denies the allegations revealed by the […]

todayJanuary 23, 2024 3

South Africa

DA Urges Extension of Public Comments Deadline for Integrated Resource Plan 2023

The DA in South Africa says the office of Mineral Resources and Energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, has acknowledged receipt of a request it submitted. The DA calls for an extension of the public comments deadline for the draft Integrated Resource Plan 2023, from the current cutoff date of 23 February to 30 April. Spokesperson Kevin Mileham says stakeholders are concerned that the current deadline does not afford them enough time […]

todayJanuary 22, 2024 5

South Africa

DA Member of Parliament Ghaleb Cachalia has resigned

DA Member of Parliament Ghaleb Cachalia has resigned, citing disagreement over the party’s position on the Gaza conflict. The party accepts the resignation effective immediately but rejects Cachalia’s justifications, emphasising its commitment to peace and a two-state solution. They criticise him for disrespecting party processes and violating caucus decisions. The DA’s Solly Malatsi dismissed attacks on coalition partners, civil society, and internal systems, rebuffing attempts to scapegoat DA leader John […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024 8

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