FILE | President Cyril Ramaphosa and DA leader John Steenhuisen greet each other in Parliament President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched a scathing attack on Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen for his decision to withdraw from the National Dialogue. This comes in the wake of former president Thabo Mbeki’s open letter to Steenhuisen after announcing…
City of Tshwane manager Johann Mettler The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Tshwane has dismissed the African National Congress’ (ANC) claims that Tshwane City Manager Johann Mettler’s appointment was unlawful. Former Tshwane mayor and DA caucus leader Cilliers Brink has defended Mettler’s appointment, stating he was selected for his professional expertise, qualifications, and experience. The African…
[File photo] Late former deputy president David Mabuza and current Deputy President Paul Mashatile. Deputy President Paul Mashatile says he will remember his late predecessor, David Mabuza, as a leader who consistently advocated for unity. Mashatile spoke to the media after visiting Mabuza’s home in Bryanston, Johannesburg, on Friday. Mashatile says he hopes that African…
South African and Austrian Flags displayed at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, 4 July 2025. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to host Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Friday. Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Alvin Botes says Van der Bellen’s visit is aimed at strengthening the…
uMkhonto Wesizwe MK Party logo Former uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party national organiser McDonald Mathabe has slammed the party’s leadership, calling it disorganised and ineffective. He has also alleged that there’s nepotism in the party, claiming that the leader Jacob Zuma alone makes key appointments. His remarks come as internal tensions within the party continue to…
The country is still reeling in shock following the passing of former deputy president and former second in command of the African National Congress (ANC), David Mabuza. He passed away at a Johannesburg hospital on Thursday at the age of 64. “The Cat” – as he was affectionately known to some of his comrades –…
[FILE IMAGE]: ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa and then Deputy President David Mabuza arrive to address supporters of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) at an election victory rally in Johannesburg, South Africa, May 12, 2019. President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his sadness following the passing his former Deputy President, David Mabuza. This as tributes continue…
Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela seen during a meeting with Wits management. Deputy Minister on Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has defended the Minister of Higher Education and Training Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane from attacks by some political parties. The minister was tabling her budget vote in the National Assembly on…
Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo. The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) Parliamentary leader John Hlophe says they have written to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) indicating that the party would not support the recommendation of Judge Dunstan Mlambo as Deputy Chief Justice. Hlophe addressed this matter during a briefing at Parliament, on how the MKP is…
Former DP David Mabuza speaks at Former Minister Zola Skweyiya’s memorial service in 2018. Former Deputy President David Mabuza has died at the age of 64. African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, announced this in a statement a few moments ago. It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we learn of the passing…
