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Reed Dance Funding Cut After Venue Change

Reed Dance Funding Cut After Venue Change

KwaZulu-Natal Treasury confirmed a Reed Dance funding cut after King Misuzulu moved the annual festival to Emashobeni Royal Palace, citing Zulu tradition. The decision leaves organisers to manage extra costs without new taxpayer support.
August 12, 2025
McKenzie Threatens GNU Withdrawal

McKenzie Threatens GNU Withdrawal

Gayton McKenzie threatens GNU withdrawal, rocking South Africa’s coalition politics. The Patriotic Alliance leader demands respect, citing the sidelining of deputy Kenny Kunene. In Johannesburg, delays in reinstating Kunene as transport MMC fuel tensions. McKenzie accuses Mayor Dada Morero of failing communities
September 26, 2025
Helen Zille Joburg Mayor Bid Slammed by ANCWL

Helen Zille Joburg Mayor Bid Slammed by ANCWL

The ANC Women’s League has condemned the DA’s choice of Helen Zille for Johannesburg mayor, calling it “astounding” and “deeply hypocritical.” Citing past remarks and service delivery concerns, the league argues Zille won’t deliver for ordinary residents as the 2026 race heats
September 25, 2025
Helen Zille Joburg Mayor: DA Picks 2026 Candidate

Helen Zille Joburg Mayor: DA Picks 2026 Candidate

DA names Helen Zille its 2026 Johannesburg mayoral candidate, pitching stability after years of coalition churn. The “Helen Zille Joburg mayor” campaign promises fixes to water, power, roads and waste, tighter finances, and a crackdown on graft and criminal networks.
September 22, 2025
Ramaphosa DA Municipalities Remark Sparks Backlash

Ramaphosa DA Municipalities Remark Sparks Backlash

President Cyril Ramaphosa urged ANC councillors to learn from DA-run Cape Town and Stellenbosch, calling it “painful” but necessary. Cosatu and GOOD pushed back, warning clean audits don’t guarantee fair services for all.
September 17, 2025
Joburg Water funds: Morero Denies R4bn Misuse

Joburg Water Funds: Morero Denies R4bn Misuse

Joburg water funds remain central to service delivery. City Hall promises ringfencing and stricter oversight; meanwhile, the R13bn write-off underscores the scale of past financial failures that still demand accountability.
September 16, 2025
Foreign Nationals Healthcare Access: DA, SAHRC Urge SAPS

Foreign Nationals Healthcare Access: DA, SAHRC Urge SAPS

The DA and SAHRC urge SAPS to stop Operation Dudula’s blockades, ensuring foreign nationals healthcare access at clinics. Denying care risks disease outbreaks and violates constitutional rights. Police must act swiftly to secure facilities and protect public health for all.
September 15, 2025
South Africa Maternity Leave Fails Moms in Informal Jobs

South Africa Maternity Leave Fails Moms in Informal Jobs

South Africa maternity leave lags globally, offering formal workers four months at 66% pay but leaving informal workers empty-handed. Over 1.9 million in the informal sector, 40% women, get no benefits, forcing tough choices between income and health. Project 143 calls for
September 15, 2025
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