Anticipation mounts as President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to announce his new cabinet for his second term. The lineup is expected to include officials from ten different political parties within the Government of National Unity. Delays in the announcement have led to speculation about internal conflicts. Expert insights from Professor Siphamandla Zondi shed light on the situation.
The South African Human Rights Commission has initiated legal proceedings against MP Renaldo Gouws for racial comments made in a resurfaced 14-year-old video. The Commission seeks a fine to support a social cohesion NGO and a public written apology. Immediate action was taken upon learning of the video, highlighting the importance of its recent impact.
The African National Congress will invite other political parties to form a government of national unity, as revealed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. This decision emerged after a loss of parliamentary majority in recent elections and signifies the first coalition government since apartheid ended 30 years ago. Ramaphosa aims to create a broad coalition to tackle national issues.
Analyzing the consequences Donald Trump faces after his guilty verdict on fraud-related charges, focusing on legal hurdles, his appeal strategy, and the potential impact on his political aspirations, including his presidential ambitions.
Caiphus Rampe, an Orchards ext 21 pensioner, expressed joy after casting his special vote to avoid long queues, highlighting the importance of voting for future generations. Special votes cater to those who find Election Day challenging. Pretoria's voting stations saw significant activity, underscoring the democratic spirit of South Africans.
The 2024 Local Government Elections have led to notable changes across 16 of the 98 council areas. With six councils now seeing no one party in control, they face the challenge of adapting their decision-making processes, supporting new councillors, and fostering positive relationships. Effective communication and stability are crucial during this period of transition.
Jimmy Kibaki, after a 33-year-long journey in Kenyan politics, has announced his retirement to focus on family and business matters. Known for his significant contributions across various political parties, he has stepped down from his role as the deputy leader of The New Democrats Party. His decision marks a significant change from his earlier intentions to continue political work following his father's death.
In the ongoing impeachment hearing of Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi, new developments have arisen. His objections to the process have been overridden by the overseeing committee, which has also approved the introduction of additional witnesses to testify against him.
A recent incident in Buffalo City involved residents clashing with ANC volunteers over election posters. The altercation, caught on social media, highlights issues of property rights and election regulations in South Africa.