The Democratic Alliance (DA) has placed political stability at the centre of its election campaign, warning that multi-party coalitions can make effective local government difficult. Speaking ahead of the party’s final campaign rally in Mamelodi, Tshwane, Deputy Federal Chair Solly Malatsi said the DA was targeting outright majorities in Gauteng’s biggest metropolitan municipalities to avoid the challenges associated with coalition administrations. In an televised interview on Saturday morning, Malatsi expressed confidence that the party could emerge as the largest political…
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has appointed Lieutenant General Arthur Peter Adams as the new North West Provincial Commissioner, placing one of the organisation’s most experienced operational commanders at the forefront of efforts to combat organised crime in the province. Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane officially introduced Adams in Mahikeng on Thursday, confirming that he will assume office on 1 August 2026. Dimpane said Adams was appointed following a transparent, merit-based selection process designed to identify a…
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is set to issue former Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head Advocate Andrea Johnson with a Rule 3 notice after fresh allegations emerged during the commission’s proceedings. The notice will afford Johnson an opportunity to respond to evidence that may adversely affect her before the commission reaches any findings. The development comes just a day after Johnson concluded nearly a week of testimony before the inquiry. The commission’s decision follows the emergence of new allegations…
ActionSA has officially announced its three mayoral candidates for the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections in North West. The candidates were unveiled by party president Herman Mashaba and his deputy, Dr Mbahare Kekana, during an event at Mmabatho Palms in Mahikeng on Wednesday. ActionSA’s provincial secretary and Rustenburg Local Municipality councillor Ofentse Jerremia Kombe will contest the Rustenburg municipality, while Lerato Selebogo will stand for Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality and Egorogile Matolong will contest Greater Taung Local Municipality. Speaking on…