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…
For years, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has marketed the Western Cape as the “model province” — a showcase of efficient governance and clean administration. But recent allegations against Premier Alan Winde have cast a shadow over that image, sparking debate about whether the DA’s much-touted success is built on a fragile foundation. Reports that Winde may have accepted illicit payments from contractors linked to provincial tenders — claims he denies — have triggered public outrage and raised questions about the…
ActionSA is now an official opposition party at the Zeerust-based Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality council in the North West, following its extraordinary victory against fierce competition in an ANC rural stronghold of Ward 7 in Mokgola village. Moses ‘Moshe’ Moumakwa is now a new councilor of the ward which was previously held by the ANC following the 2021 local government elections. The five-year old party snatched a seat previously held by the ANC in the 2021 municipal elections, securing 33.49% of…
Gauteng authorities have raised alarm over the impact of budget cuts on the province’s ability to deliver critical services, warning that continued austerity measures could cripple key sectors such as health and education. The concern was raised during a series of provincial government briefings in Johannesburg this week, following a meeting of the Gauteng Executive Council. Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko said her department continues to operate under mounting pressure, as budget allocations shrink while the number of patients in the…