The honeymoon phase is over for the three major political parties that form part of the outgoing coalition government of the City of Tshwane, as they prepare to compete against one another in Wednesday’s local government elections. The ANC, EFF and ActionSA came together two years ago to topple then-mayor Celliers Brink, ending nearly a decade of Democratic Alliance control of the capital. During their relatively short time in government, the new coalition managed to stabilise the city’s finances and…
The North West Provincial Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (PROVJOINTS) has expressed its appreciation to all stakeholders and community members for their compliance and support during the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa’s first voter registration weekend in the province. However, the structure confirmed that four individuals were arrested in connection with election-related incidents over the weekend. “The first incident was reported at Klipgat informal settlement near Klerksdorp, where police arrested two suspects, aged 38 and 48, as well…
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has intensified efforts to encourage millions of South Africans who do not vote to register ahead of the upcoming local government elections, describing municipal polls as the most important opportunity for citizens to influence their daily lives. Speaking during a media briefing on Saturday, IEC Deputy Chief Electoral Officer Masego Sheburi urged eligible voters not to forfeit their constitutional right to participate in shaping their communities. Sheburi acknowledged that some South Africans may feel disconnected…
South Africa’s National Department of Health has reassured the public that the country is prepared to manage the potential impact of reports that the United States government has withdrawn PEPFAR funding to South Africa. While the department said it has not yet received any official notification from the US government regarding the reported decision by President Donald Trump’s administration, it noted that such a development would not come as a surprise. The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is…