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JOHANNESBURG, South Africa- The African National Congress (ANC) has stated it has no issues with parties in the Government of National Unity (GNU) criticising it, as political campaigning for the upcoming local government elections gathers momentum. Over the past weekend, political activity intensified across Johannesburg. The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) hosted a welcoming ceremony for […]

The 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 coalition agreement but highlighted frustrations. “We were naive to expect certain elements […]

Cape 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 Cyril Ramaphosa acted against two ministers facing allegations, after the president […]

South 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 uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s inconsistent voting adding to the complexity. The […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has withdrawn its threat to table a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa, opting to remain in the Government of National Unity (GNU) despite ongoing tensions with the African National Congress (ANC). DA Federal Council chairperson Helen Zille announced on Tuesday that the party would not proceed with the […]

Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has called for the Democratic Alliance (DA) to exit the Government of National Unity (GNU), arguing it would pave the way for his party to join the coalition. His remarks follow the DA’s threat to withdraw from the National Dialogue, citing President Cyril Ramaphosa’s failure to […]

CAPE TOWN- The Democratic Alliance (DA) has intensified its stance against President Cyril Ramaphosa, with federal chair Helen Zille warning that tabling a motion of no-confidence in him is not an empty threat. Zille criticized Ramaphosa for failing to address corruption within the African National Congress (ANC), suggesting his inaction aligns him with the party’s […]

Former deputy minister of trade, industry, and competition, Andrew Whitfield, has described his dismissal by President Cyril Ramaphosa as an “unnecessary provocation” that risks destabilizing South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), with the Democratic Alliance (DA) warning it may reconsider its role if Ramaphosa fails to act against ministers the party deems compromised. The […]

As South Africa’s Government of National Unity marks its first anniversary, crucial ministerial performance agreements remain unsigned despite Cabinet adopting the Medium-Term Development Plan in February.

South Africa’s National Budget has finally passed through Parliament following a contentious and chaotic session that exposed deep divisions within the Government of National Unity. The fiscal framework was approved by a narrow margin of 192 votes to 182, with most political parties aligning with the ANC — notably excluding the Democratic Alliance. The approved […]