The National Treasury has officially started removing almost 9,000 ghost workers from the government’s payroll as part of a sweeping effort to enhance efficiency and cut wasteful expenditure.In the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) tabled by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday, the department revealed that 8,854 cases had been flagged where individuals were receiving payments from multiple government departments.- Advertisement – The move forms part of the Treasury’s broader savings initiative, designed to strengthen financial discipline within the public sector and ensure that taxpayer funds are used responsibly.Ghost Worker Probe Uncovers Salary IrregularitiesAccording to the Treasury, the ghost worker…
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African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has firmly stated that South Africa will not allow its policies to be influenced by US President Donald Trump.This comes after Trump escalated tensions by withdrawing all US officials from attending the upcoming G20 Summit, reportedly questioning South Africa’s inclusion in the economic group.- Advertisement – Speaking at a media briefing in Johannesburg on Tuesday after an ANC National Working Committee meeting, Mbalula said the party would not be intimidated into changing its stance.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: ANC Makes U-Turn, Allows Mchunu To Step Aside“To be punished and singled out for economic sanctions…
Mayibuye Africa Party leader Floyd Shivambu has called for the establishment of a Commission of Inquiry into Black Poverty, urging South Africa to address the persistent inequalities affecting black communities.Speaking at a public engagement in Midrand, north of Johannesburg, Shivambu delivered a progress update on the party’s efforts to strengthen its structure and expand its reach.- Advertisement – The Mayibuye Africa Party, which promotes “Total Freedom and Emancipation Now,” advocates for key issues including land redistribution, industrialisation, decolonised education, and respect for traditional leadership.Floyd Shivambu Call to Shift Focus from “Palace Politics”Shivambu emphasised the need for the country to prioritise…
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has accused the State of deliberately dragging out the incitement case against Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, labelling the latest postponement as a “delaying tactic”.Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former President Jacob Zuma, appeared at the Durban High Court on Wednesday for what was scheduled to be the third day of her trial.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Jacob Zuma To Testify In Defence Of Daughter Duduzile In Incitement TrialThe proceedings, initially set to run for two weeks, were postponed until next Monday after the prosecution requested more time to consult additional witnesses.State Prosecutor Advocate Yuri Gangai informed the…
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has expressed gratitude to employers who have played a key role in reducing the province’s unemployment rate.According to the latest figures, the Western Cape’s unemployment rate fell to 19.7% in the three months leading up to September — down from 21.1% in the second quarter of 2025.- Advertisement – Winde said that 65,000 jobs were created year-on-year during the third quarter, reflecting strong collaboration between the provincial government and private businesses.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Mashatile Confirms GNU United Ahead Of Mid-Term Budget, Pledges Focus On Growth And InvestmentHe reaffirmed the government’s commitment to continue working…
Former president and uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) leader Jacob Zuma is set to take the stand in defence of his daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, who is on trial for her alleged role in inciting the deadly July 2021 unrest.Zuma-Sambudla’s trial began this week in the Durban High Court, where she faces three counts of incitement to commit terrorism and two counts of incitement to commit public violence.- Advertisement – YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Malusi Gigaba Off The Hook (For Now): IDAC Confirms No Arrest In Transnet ProbeThe 2021 riots left more than 300 people dead and caused widespread destruction across KwaZulu-Natal…
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…
