insert_link South Africa S.A President Ramaphosa Deploys close to 3 thousand Defence Force Members to Support Police Crime Efforts S.A's President ,Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the deployment of two-thousand-828 members of the South African National Defence Force to assist the police. This is for the prevention and combating of crime, and the maintenance and preservation of law and order during the elections. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says the expenditure for this employment is estimated at over 59-million-rand: todayMay 29, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa Millions of South Africans will vote today in the country’s most important election since 1994 Millions of South Africans will vote today in the country's most important election since 1994. This follows two days of special votes. Each voter will receive three ballot papers - a blue one for the National Assembly, an orange ballot paper for regional to National Assembly, and a pink one for the Provincial Legislature. Reporter Andries Cornelissen has more details on the 27.7-million registered voters: todayMay 29, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern at reports about the obstruction of election activities S.A's President ,Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern at reports about the obstruction of election activities, including unlawful entry at the country's Electoral Commission storage sites in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. MK Party members circulated videos of activities at the S.A IEC storage sites in Chesterville, KwaZulu-Natal, and Hammarsdale in Mpumalanga, claiming they depicted an attempt to rig the general elections. The IEC has dismissed the allegations. Ramaphosa says the electoral process […] todayMay 27, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa S.A ‘s President Cyril Ramaphosa says the upcoming general elections must strengthen the country’s democracy S.A 's President Cyril Ramaphosa says the upcoming general elections must strengthen the country’s democracy, regardless of the outcome. He addressed the nation ahead of the special vote today and tomorrow and the elections on Wednesday. Ramaphosa says since 1994 South Africans expect this election to be held in conditions of peace and stability, to be free, and to be fair: todayMay 27, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Electoral Commission implements several measures to safeguard the credibility of election results S.A's Electoral Commission has implemented several measures to safeguard the credibility of election results. The commission's commitment to integrity is further demonstrated through its rapid response system, prepared to address discrepancies swiftly and decisively. Speaking at the launch of the results operation centre at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, IEC chairperson ,Mosotho Moepya hailed the centre as a symbol of transparency and integrity, prioritising the legitimacy of election outcomes for […] todayMay 23, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa South African political activist Attributes ANC’s Decline to Departure from Liberation Roots South African political activist, Raymond Suttner asserts that the decline of the ANC stems from its deviation from its liberation movement essence. In a recent column, he highlights the party's shift from a grassroots-centered movement to a conventional political entity, influenced by Western advisors. Suttner argues that this move towards modernization and normalization has created a disconnect between the ANC leadership and the populace. todayMay 22, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa 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. todayMay 20, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa South Africa Prepares for Overseas Voting Ahead of Election Day S.A's Department of International Relations and Cooperation has completed preparations for the voting process abroad ahead of South Africa's election day on May 29. Thousands of registered voters will cast their ballots at 115 diplomatic missions worldwide. Spokesperson Clayson Monyela ensures that the Independent Electoral Commission will securely dispatch voting materials using diplomatic airfreight bags, protected by diplomatic immunity in accordance with international conventions. todayMay 3, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Former S.A President Thabo Mbeki says it’s time for the government to heed the undisputable concerns voiced by citizens Former S.A President Thabo Mbeki says it's time for the government to heed the undisputable concerns voiced by citizens. He had previously criticised the ANC for its handling of corruption but has now returned to support the party under president Cyril Ramaphosa. Mbeki, hitting the campaign trail for the ANC in Soweto, encouraged citizens to vote for the ruling party in the upcoming elections: todayApril 26, 2024 8
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
