ActionSA President Herman Mashaba has issued a strongly worded statement declaring that his party will not be dictated to by other political parties, commentators or supporters of rival organisations. In a statement issued on Saturday, Mashaba said political disagreements must be distinguished from outright disrespect. He added that he had reached a point where he would no longer remain silent while people attempted to “bully, undermine and dictate” to him and the organisation he leads. His remarks come amid growing…
Johannesburg Executive Mayor Dada Morero has dismissed claims that the visible improvements in cleanliness and service delivery ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit (18-19 November 2025) were a temporary showcase, insisting the progress is sustainable and will continue long after world leaders have left Nasrec. Speaking to the media on the final day of the summit, Morero threw down a direct challenge to sceptical residents: “Simple, check us on Tuesday. If we are not on the ground on Tuesday, then…
Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson Chrispin Phiri addressed media misconceptions on the final day of the G20 Leaders’ Summit at Nasrec Expo Centre, confirming that Argentina fully endorsed the adopted declaration despite initial objections. Argentina’s Participation Confirmed Phiri clarified that reports of Argentina abstaining from the 30-page declaration were inaccurate. “Argentina did sign the declaration,” he stated, noting that the country raised concerns over specific provisions—similar to its reservations expressed during Brazil’s 2024 G20 presidency—but ultimately supported…
The final day of the G20 Summit is underway, and Johannesburg motorists are being warned to brace for severe traffic disruptions as delegates depart the country. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) says rolling closures remain in effect across the city, with highways and major arterial routes expected to be shut down intermittently to allow VIP convoys to pass. Each closure may halt traffic for 30 to 60 minutes at a time. JMPD spokesperson Superintendent Xolani Fihla urged motorists to…