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…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the Government of National Unity (GNU) leaders’ retreat as “excellent and meaningful,” saying it created a constructive space for coalition partners to engage frankly on the challenges facing South Africa. The two-day meeting, held at the Cradle of Humankind in Gauteng, brought together ten representatives from GNU parties along with Deputy President Paul Mashatile. The gathering was called by Ramaphosa amid growing concerns from some political leaders who had expressed frustration over the coalition’s lack…
The Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela, said he’s concerned about the resignation of the Chairperson of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board, Dr Karen Stander. Dr Stander resigned last week, citing serious allegations regarding the governance environment at NSFAS, including claims of bullying, intimidation, racism, and threats to personal safety. Manamela has received and formally acknowledged her resignation, adding that her letter of resignation, raises serious allegations regarding the governance environment at NSFAS The minister…
Tired, elderly, and frustrated — dozens of senior citizens from different townships in Ekurhuleni gathered outside the ANC’s Luthuli House in Johannesburg, demanding the government fulfill its promise of RDP houses made nearly three decades ago. They say they have been waiting since 1996, yet their names remain on the housing waiting list while others — allegedly with money or connections — have benefited. “Many of them died without getting their RDP houses,” said Nomalizo Khumalo from Katlehong. “These houses…