[File image]: City Power technician repairs electricity lines in Johannesburg. City Power says they will be halting the restoration of power supply in certain areas of Johannesburg until it verifies that at least 80% of customers in that area are purchasing electricity legitimately. According to the power utility, this decision follows a notable increase of…
National Dialogue 2025. ActionSA is one of the political parties keeping a close eye on South Africa’s first National Convention, held at the University of South Africa (UNISA), in Pretoria. The party’s National Spokesperson, Lerato Ngobeni, says the party is attending in an observatory role, as leaders and citizens gather to confront the country’s most…
[FILE IMAGE]: University student activists express their views in a public Fees Must Fall dialogue. Students at UCT have welcomed the idea of the National Dialogue to help solve service delivery challenges. The first sitting of the National Dialogue Convention took place earlier today in Pretoria. The Presidency described the Convention as a call to…
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) will enhance voting efficiency and inclusivity. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) says the introduction of electronic voting, or e-voting, in South Africa can enhance efficiency and inclusivity. The SABC is pleased to announce the launch of the new self-registration platform. Vendors wishing to do business with the SABC can self-register…
Anti-corruption and social justice activist, Dr. Makhosi Khoza. Anti-corruption and social justice activist, Dr. Makhosi Khoza, has raised concerns over the selection of participants at the National Convention. Last week, foundations, including the Thabo Mbeki, Steve Biko, and FW de Klerk, withdrew from the convention. The foundations have cited issues, including a rushed time frame…
The first National Convention gets underway on Friday at the University of South Africa (UNISA)’s Main Campus in Pretoria. UNISA views the convention as an opportunity for the government to rectify past mistakes. The university’s Professor Boitumelo Senokoane says the institution has allocated R5 million for this event. Meanwhile, the Presidency has announced that the…
SAHRC Chairman Rev. Chris Nissen The South African Human Rights Commission heads call that utterances made on the “Open Chat Podcast” should be addressed at the National Dialogue. The National Dialogue is a citizen-led process and is a chance for all South Africans from all walks of life to come together and help shape the…
Media collect accreditation for the National Convention at the Unisa Sunnyside Campus in Pretoria on August 14, 2025. The Convention Co-ordinating Committee has given the assurance that it will deliver a successful National Convention, which is the first public engagement of the National Dialogue. The two-day National Convention will start on Friday at the University…
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi All MPs serving on the ad hoc committee looking into allegations of corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS) says it’s importance cannot be underestimated. The committee will look into the allegations of threats to national security made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, last month. It has to…
South Africa’s National Dialogue starts on Friday, August 15, 2025 with a convention to outline its modalities. The dialogue aims to assess 30 years of democracy, identify challenges, and work towards a prosperous future. President Cyril Ramaphosa initiated the National Dialogue as part of the Government of National Unity. LIVE STREAM:
