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- July 27PoliticsDA's Zille Reflects on 'Culture Shock' in ANC CoalitionThe Democratic Alliance (DA) has navigated a challenging year in South Africa's Government of National Unity (GNU) alongside the African National Congress (ANC), with DA federal council chairperson Helen Zille calling the partnership a "culture shock." Zille acknowledged the ANC's adherence to the…July 27
- July 25PoliticsMK Party Demands Secret Ballot for No-Confidence VoteThe MK Party has urged National Assembly (NA) Speaker Thoko Didiza to implement a secret ballot for its motion of no-confidence in President Cyril Ramaphosa. The motion, filed on Tuesday, criticises Ramaphosa’s administration for governance failures, including high crime rates, economic…July 25
- July 24PoliticsSteenhuisen Praises GNU Budget as Savvy CompromiseCape Town- Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has welcomed the passage of the Government of National Unity (GNU)’s first budget on Wednesday, describing it as a "savvy compromise." This follows weeks of tension, where Steenhuisen had threatened to oppose the budget unless President…July 24
- July 24PoliticsANC Secures Ward 1 Victory in Sol Plaatje By-ElectionThe African National Congress (ANC) has won Ward 1 in Kimberley’s Sol Plaatje Municipality in a by-election held on Wednesday, bolstering its influence in the local council. The victory, driven by strong support in Platfontein, gives the ANC an edge over opposition parties in the hung…July 24
- July 24PoliticsSouth Africa’s GNU Finally Passes BudgetSouth Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) has overcome a turbulent process to pass the national budget in the National Assembly, a crucial test of its coalition dynamics. The budget’s approval, delayed by two failed attempts, underscores the challenges of coalition governance, with the…July 24
- July 23PoliticsMK Party and EFF oppose Appropriation BillSouth Africa’s main opposition parties, uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), have pledged to vote against the 2025 Appropriation Bill, slamming it as anti-poor and inadequate in addressing the needs of marginalized communities. The bill, which assigns funds to…July 23
- July 18Politics''Zambians will flock to SA if Edgar Lungu is buried here.''South African civic organizations, under the banner of Progressive Forces of South Africa, have called for the repatriation of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, arguing that his burial in South Africa poses a threat to national interests. The demand, voiced during a media briefing in Midrand…July 18
- July 18PoliticsSERI says Operation Dudula's anger is misdirectedThe Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) has condemned Operation Dudula, describing its protest outside SERI’s Braamfontein offices as misdirected. On Thursday, Operation Dudula protested, accusing SERI of shielding undocumented migrants. The demonstration faced opposition from a counter-protest…July 18
- July 18OpinionWhy Nelson Mandela Day’s Vibe Is Fading in 2025Nelson Mandela Day, marked every July 18, was once a rallying cry for justice, urging people to honor Mandela’s 67 years of anti-apartheid struggle with 67 minutes of community service. Launched by the UN in 2009, it carried the weight of Mandela’s revolutionary legacy. But in 2025, the day feels…July 18
- July 17PoliticsEFF Secures Victory in Seshego Ward 13 By-electionThe Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has successfully retained Ward 13 in Seshego, near Polokwane, Limpopo, in a closely fought by-election. The party secured a majority with 57.34% of the vote, while the African National Congress (ANC) trailed in second place with just over 40%, equating to…July 17
