Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has stood firm on his controversial decision to create the province’s AmaPanyaza peace wardens, insisting the move was not politically driven but a desperate attempt to address surging crime rates in communities.“Our people are marked left, right and centre,” Lesufi said. “I’m honestly of the strong view that the policing strategies that we have as a province, they’re not only outdated, but criminals have advanced.”- Advertisement – According to Lesufi, the provincial government has already channelled billions of rand into law enforcement infrastructure — including 8,000 CCTV cameras, drones, and helicopters — but the lack of…
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Parliament is set to begin an inquiry into statutory rape on Friday, with the aim of recommending key amendments to the Sexual Offences Act. The review could lead to new provisions such as mandatory reporting by teachers, nurses, and other professionals who work with children.The inquiry originates from a motion introduced by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the National Assembly last August. The process was revived in July this year after five parliamentary committees tasked with the matter were unable to meet the initial March deadline to conduct hearings.- Advertisement – Over two days, the Portfolio Committee on Women,…
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Wednesday that South Africa has entered an advanced phase of negotiations with the United States to secure an improved tariff deal. Speaking during a press briefing in Bern, Switzerland, Ramaphosa revealed that discussions had moved to the “text-based” stage — a milestone he described as “tremendous progress.”“They are now fortunately, based on text. And once you get to that level, with any government you are said to have made tremendous progress,” Ramaphosa told reporters.- Advertisement – He added that he hoped an agreement would be finalised “fairly soon,” although he cautioned that timelines in diplomatic…
ActionSA has hit back at former City of Johannesburg councillor Ayanda Mchunu, accusing her of tarnishing the party’s image.The dispute comes after reports surfaced suggesting Mchunu had been reinstated — a claim the party has dismissed as “completely untrue.”- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: DA Pushes To Scrap B-BBEE, Accuses ANC Of ‘Elite Enrichment’ Amid Growing Tensions In GNUMchunu, who was among eight councillors dismissed in September for allegedly neglecting their duties, recently filed an urgent interdict challenging her replacement within the party.Her spokesperson, Elmari Attebury, confirmed that while Mchunu was the only applicant in the matter, the ultimate…
The African National Congress (ANC) has confirmed the return of Ebrahim Rasool to its top Western Cape leadership ranks. The former ambassador to the United States has been named the convenor of the newly established Provincial Task Team (PTT).The announcement marks a key step in the ruling party’s efforts to rebuild and reposition its provincial structures after a disappointing performance in last year’s general elections, where the party garnered only 19.5% of the vote in the province.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Madlanga Commission: PKTT Officer Shocked By Hawks’ Disruption During Molefe ArrestANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula met with the…
Two of South Africa’s major opposition parties — the MK Party and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) — have strongly objected to the reappointment of two current Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) commissioners.They argue that the process overlooked other qualified candidates and failed to bring new leadership into the institution.- Advertisement – On Tuesday, the National Assembly approved the nominations of Mosotho Moepya, the current IEC chairperson, Judge Dhaya Pillay, a sitting commissioner, and Joyce Pitso, a newcomer, for recommendation to the president.While most parties did not vote against the nominations, several expressed dissatisfaction with the selection process, particularly over the…
The African National Congress (ANC) in Johannesburg has hit back at several of its coalition partners after they submitted a motion of no confidence against Executive Mayor Dada Morero on Tuesday.Parties involved in the move include the United Democratic Movement (UDM), Al-Jamah, the African Transformation Movement (ATM), and the African Heartlands Party (AHC).- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: MK Party And EFF Reject IEC Commissioner Reappointments, Cite Flawed Selection ProcessThe ANC labelled the action as “opportunistic,” expressing disappointment in its partners for what it sees as a betrayal of coalition unity.According to the ANC, the motion undermines the stability…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is intensifying its push to scrap Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), calling on political parties within and outside the Government of National Unity (GNU) to support its Public Procurement Amendment Bill.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Ramaphosa Strengthens South Africa–Malaysia Ties To Boost Trade And InvestmentOn Tuesday, the DA launched a bold billboard campaign along Johannesburg’s N1 highway, declaring that B-BBEE has “enriched ANC elites and left the country poor.” Despite sharing power with the African National Congress (ANC) in the GNU, the DA took aim at its coalition partner’s cornerstone economic policy.- Advertisement – The opposition party…
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng have made it clear they will not support or engage with the Democratic Alliance (DA) regarding its proposed motion of no confidence in Premier Panyaza Lesufi.The DA recently announced its intention to remove Lesufi following a damning report by the Public Protector, which criticised the establishment of the Gauteng crime prevention wardens—known as AmaPanyaza.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: MK Party Refuses To Back DA’s No-Confidence Motion Against Panyaza LesufiThe report stated that the initiative was irregularly formed and lacked any legal authority to carry out policing duties.In a letter to the…
Former President Jacob Zuma is preparing to appeal a recent court decision requiring him to reimburse nearly R29 million in legal expenses that were paid by the state during his protracted arms deal corruption case.The Gauteng High Court ruled last week that Zuma must personally settle the multi-million-rand bill, marking a significant blow to the former head of state. The court further ordered that interest be added to the amount, which could see the total sum climb even higher.- Advertisement – Zuma had maintained that the state was justified in covering his legal costs, claiming the charges against him stemmed…
