Author: Anjianjei Constantine

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reaffirmed that the Government of National Unity (GNU) is functioning smoothly and remains dedicated to revitalising South Africa’s economy.Speaking in the National Assembly on Tuesday, Mashatile expressed confidence that there would be no setbacks when Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana presents the Mid-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Fikile Mbalula Says South Africa Won’t Bow To Trump’s Pressure Over G20 StandHe acknowledged that the GNU had faced challenges during the past year but insisted that lessons were learnt from the February budget mishap, which saw Godongwana forced to revise…

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has officially stepped aside from his duties in the ANC’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Working Committee (NWC) — after the party initially rejected his request.The announcement was made by ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula during a media briefing on Tuesday, confirming that the party’s top brass had finally approved Mchunu’s request for special leave from ANC activities.- Advertisement – This comes just days after reports that Mbalula had initially declined Mchunu’s offer to take a step back. Mchunu, in a statement, said he had voluntarily offered to go on leave to protect the integrity of…

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has accused the State of squandering public funds in its prosecution of party Member of Parliament (MP) Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla.Zuma-Sambudla’s highly anticipated 10-day trial began in the Durban High Court on Monday. She faces charges of using social media to incite violence and unrest during the 2021 civil disturbances that gripped parts of South Africa.- Advertisement – The MK Party has strongly criticised the State’s handling of the case, describing it as weak and politically motivated.MK Party Questions NPA’s Spending and MotivesMK Party national spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela accused the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of wasting resources…

The Jacob Zuma Foundation has accused the State of “abusing its power” and “weaponising” the justice system against former president Jacob Zuma’s family, as the trial of his daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, began on Monday at the Durban High Court.Zuma-Sambudla, who appeared smiling as proceedings began, faces three counts linked to her social media activity during the July 2021 unrest, including incitement to commit terrorism and violence and contravening Section 17 of the Riotous Assemblies Act, which prohibits illegal gatherings intended to provoke riots.- Advertisement – The State alleges that between June and July 2021, she unlawfully incited others to commit…

The African National Congress (ANC) has confirmed that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, currently on special leave, volunteered to step aside from his party duties following the launch of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry by President Cyril Ramaphosa.According to the ANC, its National Executive Committee (NEC) resolved that Mchunu should continue carrying out his organisational responsibilities within the party while remaining on special leave from his Cabinet post.- Advertisement – The party reiterated that Mchunu has not been charged in any court of law and said it would closely monitor developments related to the ongoing inquiry.Mchunu Faces Integrity Commission, Offers to…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has been chosen as the interim chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) following a virtual extraordinary summit held on Friday evening.The leadership shift comes after political instability in Madagascar, where a military takeover last month removed the country’s president, Andry Rajoelina — who also served as SADC’s chairperson.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: US Approved Sale Of Sniper Rifles To Brazil’s Deadly Police Unit Despite Human Rights ConcernsAddressing regional leaders, Ramaphosa said the meeting provided an opportunity for reflection and collective action to resolve the region’s pressing challenges.“The people of our region continue to…

Former Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba has maintained that all decisions made during his tenure were consistent with government policy and legislation.This follows a meeting with the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), which is assessing whether fraud and corruption charges should be brought against him.- Advertisement – Gigaba took to social media to reveal that IDAC was examining allegations suggesting he may have received benefits he was not entitled to while serving as public enterprises minister.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: IDAC Operations Chief Matthews Sesoko Abducted, Beaten And Robbed Of Digital DevicesThe African National Congress (ANC) Member of Parliament clarified that…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Ekurhuleni has raised alarm over what it believes to be political interference in the delay of a long-awaited disciplinary report involving Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Acting Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi.The report, which was expected to be made public last Thursday, has yet to be released. Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has maintained that the delay is due to procedural requirements.- Advertisement – “More time is needed to ensure that all necessary procedures are followed before the release of the report,” said Mayor Xhakaza.DA Vows To Keep Pressure On AuthoritiesThe disciplinary investigation stems from allegations linking Mkhwanazi…

Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, shared harrowing details of a death threat she received while appearing before a parliamentary inquiry on Thursday.The session was part of the investigation into allegations raised by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.- Advertisement – Johnson revealed that an alarming message was sent directly to her phone, warning her to “get body bags” as she and her team had “gone too far.”YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: MPs Challenge SANDF Report Claiming High Soldier Morale“In my almost 30 years, it was the first time it happened to me directly, and given that we have…

Members of Parliament have raised serious concerns about a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) survey that claimed morale among soldiers remains high.During a briefing to Parliament on Friday, Defence Minister Angie Motshekga and SANDF leadership presented findings from the latest internal survey, which assessed the sentiments of thousands of personnel.- Advertisement – According to the results, most respondents rated the department positively on training and the “image of the Department of Defence as an employer.”The department highlighted that in a military environment, strong morale helps reduce the risk of battle stress during operations and enhances overall performance. However, the…