Democratic Alliance Extols South African Expats’ Heroic Voting Efforts

Democratic Alliance Extols South African Expats’ Heroic Voting Efforts

The Democratic Alliance has thanked the tens of thousands of South Africans abroad who voted at embassies and consulates over the weekend. DA leader, John Steenhuisen says their dedication, despite long journeys and hours in queues, highlights their love for South Africa and commitment to ending ANC corruption. He adds the DA appreciates their effort and sees it as a true act of democratic heroism.

May 20, 2024 23

South Africa

Democratic Alliance Leader Slams SABC for Banning Election Ad, Vows Legal Challenge

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen has criticised the SABC for banning its television election advertisement, saying the party’s lawyers have been instructed to challenge this. The public broadcaster has refused to air the DA's controversial advert, which depicts a burning South African flag, in its current form. It believes the advert encourages damage to treasured national symbols. Steenhuisen says this blatant act of censorship is an unprecedented assault on […]

May 10, 2024 39

South Africa

DA Sees Election Date Announcement as Crucial Moment for South Africa’s Future

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa views the official announcement of the election date as a countdown to a historic opportunity for the nation to rescue itself from 30 years of ANC failure, corruption, and state capture. President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that the general elections will take place on May 29. DA leader John Steenhuisen declares this election as a turning point for the country, coming at a crucial […]

February 21, 2024 74

South Africa

SA’s DA Leader Criticizes Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address as Repetitive Promises

John Steenhuisen, leader of South Africa's DA, has characterized President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address as a compilation of recycled promises. With this being the last address before the upcoming general elections, Steenhuisen claims that none of the promises made in Ramaphosa's previous five speeches have been fulfilled. He asserts that no practical, effective legislation has been presented in Parliament to materialize the proclaimed "new dawn."

February 9, 2024 30

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 […]

February 5, 2024 11

South Africa

Resignation calls for Nzimande and Khosa intensify over kickback allegations

Demands for the resignation of South Africa's Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande and National Students Financial Aid Scheme board chair Ernest Khosa have intensified amidst allegations of receiving millions of rand in kickbacks from service providers. Nzimande's spokesperson, Ishmael Mnisi told Newzroom Africa that it’s a witch hunt. Meanwhile, Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen says the party's shadow ministers and student organisation will mass mobilize campaigns for South African President […]

January 8, 2024 52

South Africa

Multi Party Charter For South Africa denies speaking to Jardine

The Multi-Party Charter For South Africa has denied reports that discussions were held with former FirstRand chairperson Roger Jardine about being their presidential candidate. Reportedly, Jardine met with senior leaders from the DA including leader, John Steenhuisen, and Federal Council chairperson, Helen Zille, where they discussed him being the face of the multiparty charter and also the presidential candidate. The charter says that any decision to support a joint presidential […]

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