insert_link Africa South Africa’s new agricultural leadership should focus on getting things done, not designing new policies By Wandile Sihlobo, Stellenbosch University South Africa’s primary agriculture sector accounts for nearly 3% of GDP and about 8% when considering the value of agro-processing. But it can contribute even more to economic growth that delivers benefits fairly across society and creates jobs. This can’t happen, however, if new policies and plans keep getting introduced. Fortunately, the views of the new agricultural minister, John Steenhuisen, may […] today3 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s new cabinet draws mixed reactions Following South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of his new cabinet, which consists of the eleven political parties that are part of the government of national unity, we reached out to South African-based political analyst Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast for comment. Ramaphosa has added two ministries to his cabinet and announced 32 ministers. The Democratic Alliance has been allocated six ministerial posts, with its leader John Steenhuisen appointed Agriculture Minister. Ramaphosa says […] today1 July, 2024
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 […] today1 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA Assumes Major Role in National Government And Promises Governance Excellence The DA says it is proud to rise to the challenge and take its place at the seat of national government for the first time. The party has secured six ministries and six deputy ministers in the new cabinet. These include leader John Steenhuisen as minister of Agriculture, Siviwe Gwarube as Basic Education minister and Leon Schreiber as the minister of Home Affairs. Steenhuisen says they are ready to introduce […] today1 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA gives S.A president an ultimatum on original cabinet offer or risk collapsing their agreement In a fast developing story from S.A, the DA has given President Cyril Ramaphosa an ultimatum to adhere to the original cabinet offer or risk collapsing their agreement. News24 reports that Ramaphosa changed his initial offer, swapping the key portfolio of Trade, Industry, and Competition with Tourism, sparking outrage from the DA. The party insists on the original terms, stating they will not compromise or renegotiate further. today28 June, 2024
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. today25 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s foreign policy: a unity government must be practical in a turbulent world By Anthoni van Nieuwkerk, University of South Africa As South Africa navigates fundamental political change, it faces stark choices on foreign policy posture and priorities. The change has been brought about by the African National Congress’s loss of electoral majority, forcing it into a unity government. Based on my work over many years on South Africa’s foreign policy as well as reflections on the […] today21 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Democratic Alliance Suspends MP Over Resurfaced Video of Racist Remarks South Africa's Democratic Alliance suspended a newly sworn-in member of parliament, Renaldo Gouws, on Thursday after an old video resurfaced showing him calling for the killing of Black people as reported by Reuters. The snippet, featuring a young Gouws making the anti-Black remarks, reappeared on social media platforms on Wednesday. Gouws, a 41-year-old former councillor in the Eastern Cape province, was unavailable for comment. today21 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa In S.A, the DA has secured an outright majority in Beaufort West’s by-elections In S.A, the Democratic Alliance has secured an outright majority in Beaufort West's by-elections, allowing the party to govern the municipality independently. The victory in wards one, three and six in the Central Karoo, displaced the Patriotic Alliance, ANC and Karoo Democratic Force. The DA’s Daylin Mitchell says this outcome promises a new era for the town plagued by corruption and poor service delivery: today21 June, 2024
