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ANC DA coalition tested VAT Increase dispute reveals power dynamics in GNU

Coalition tensions rise as DA challenges VAT hike in court

The Democratic Alliance has lost significant negotiating power within the Government of National Unity after pursuing legal action against the controversial 0.5% VAT increase, political analysts warned today. This development comes as the Treasury faces a looming deadline to find alternative revenue
April 9, 2025
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has announced measures to ban the use of pesticides in schools
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Education Minister Defends Bela Act Amid Cabinet Tension

South Africa’s Basic Education Minister faces pressure over controversial education law implementation while asserting commitment to gradual rollout. Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube has affirmed her commitment to implementing the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Act, despite growing political tensions that
December 10, 2024
Helen Zille has criticised the ANC s unilateral approach in its handling of the upcoming National Dialogue to address South Africa s pressing socio political challenges

Helen Zille Slams ANC’s ‘Unilateral’ National Dialogue Decision

Helen Zille has accused the African National Congress (ANC) of sidelining coalition partners in planning the upcoming National Dialogue, highlighting growing tensions within South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU). The Democratic Alliance (DA) federal council chairperson expressed her frustration on social
October 25, 2024

ANC’s Thandi Modise elected National Assembly Speaker

JOHANNESBURG – Thandi Modise, former National Council of Provinces Chair was elected National Assembly Speaker on Wednesday. She replaces Baleka Mbete who withdrew her name from the ANC MP list on Tuesday. Lechesa Tsenoli was elected unopposed as her deputy. The ANC retained its majority in the National Assembly with
May 22, 2019
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