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Analyst slams foundations’ withdrawal from National Convention

President Cyril Ramaphosa with his deputy Paul Mashatile, ministers and members of the National Dialogue Eminent Persons Group during the first inaugural meeting at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on July 11, 2025. Political analyst Kenneth Mokgatlhe has criticised the foundations that have withdrawn from the upcoming National Convention saying their decision has raised concerns….

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FEDSAS rejects 60% GP school funding cut

File image | Learners in a classroom. The Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (FEDSAS) has described the slashing of funding of quintile 5 schools or former model C schools as unacceptable. This is after the Gauteng Education Department decided to cut funding to these kinds of schools by 60%, from next month….

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Political parties arrive at late David Mabuza’s homestead

Former DP David Mabuza at former Minister Zola Skweyiya’s memorial service in 2018. Members of political parties converged on the homestead of the late former Deputy President of the ANC and the country, David Mabuza, in Barberton, Mpumalanga. The parties include the ANC, EFF, and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. Mabuza died on Thursday at the age of…

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#MTBPS2024: Minerals Council suggests bigger Transnet bailout

Minister Godongwana remained firm on the Treasury stance regarding no further Transnet bailouts. Source: x.com This renewed economic optimism stems largely from improved power supply, regulatory reform, and stronger investor confidence following the GNU’s formation. However, the Minerals Council has cautioned that, while a stronger economy is encouraging, sustained growth above 2% is essential for…

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Murder accused Tiffany Meek returns to court

The mother of 11-year-old Jayden-Leek Meek has been charged with his murder at the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court. The bail application of Tiffany Meek, who is accused of killing her son Jayden-Lee Meek, will continue in the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court west of Johannesburg today. The officer who wishes not to be named confirmed observing blood on…

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