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

Democratic Alliance

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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 12

South Africa

DA Criticizes ANC, Claims South Africa Falling Behind in Embracing 21st Century Connectivity

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has highlighted that Argentina has overtaken South Africa in embracing 21st-century connectivity and global integration, citing the recent announcement of Argentina gaining access to Space X's Starlink internet connectivity, founded by South African-born Elon Musk. Natasha Mazzone of the DA criticized the ANC's reluctance, alleging that instead of embracing the digital age, the ANC is focused on maintaining control.  

todayApril 2, 2024 25

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 72

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 30

World

Portugal to establish coalition government

In Portugal, the leader of the centre-right Democratic Alliance party, Luis Montenegro, has been invited to try to form a government after inconclusive elections earlier this month. Giles Gibson reports though that he has already ruled out a coalition with the far-right Chega party, which now holds 50 seats in parliament.

todayMarch 22, 2024 23

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 6

South Africa

SA President Ramaphosa Condemns Political Violence in South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has denounced threats of violence and any actions undermining the democratic system. His remarks follow an alleged attack on some ANC members during a government event in KwaCeza, Nongoma, in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The ruling party statement accuses IFP members of carrying out the attack. Ramaphosa has appealed to all political parties to uphold tolerance and respect, particularly during this election year.  

todayMarch 18, 2024 18

South Africa

DA Demands Accountability Over Cancelled South African Airways Deal

South Africa's Democratic Alliance is demanding accountability from the government, including Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan, regarding the South African Airways- Takatso Consortium deal. The minister announced yesterday that the sale of a 51% stake in SAA to Takatso has been terminated, citing obstacles such as the necessity to revalue the airline's assets. Mimmy Gondwe of the DA stated that they believe the government neglected due diligence before initiating […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 23

South Africa

South Africa’s DA Rejects Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, Alleges Favoritism Towards ANC

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has voiced its rejection of the passing of the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, labeling it as a maneuver aimed at channeling additional public and donor funds to the ANC. Adrian Roos, representing the DA, asserts that the amendments are unrelated to the inclusion of independent candidates, raising concerns over perceived favoritism towards the ANC.  

todayMarch 13, 2024 14