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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
Tembisa Hospital Corruption: SIU Raids Sandton Home
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Tembisa Hospital Corruption: SIU Raids Sandton Home

The SIU’s dawn raid on a Sandton mansion marks a decisive step in tembisa hospital corruption recovery efforts. Investigators, acting on a Special Tribunal order, moved to preserve luxury cars, art and prime property linked to irregular tenders. As asset tracing widens,
October 10, 2025
Ramaphosa Unveils New Economic Recovery Plan
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Ramaphosa Unveils New Economic Recovery Plan

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined an economic recovery plan to boost growth, fix power and logistics, and tighten accountability. He vowed to act on SIU findings, citing major asset seizures and recoveries. A Presidency “war room” will track delivery as municipalities face tougher
October 7, 2025
DA Leads Joburg Polls as Zille Joins Mayor Race
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DA Leads Joburg Polls as Zille Joins Mayor Race

The DA leads Joburg polls as Helen Zille enters the mayoral race, sharpening the party’s pitch on stability and service delivery. With voters frustrated by water cuts, outages and refuse backlogs, the contest is tightening ahead of 2026. If the DA converts
October 3, 2025
Madlanga Commission Delays After Motau Exit
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Madlanga Commission Delays After Motau Exit

The Madlanga Commission delays deepened this week after chief evidence leader Terry Motau resigned over budget and admin hurdles, and hearings paused for 11 days when Crime Intelligence head Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo fell ill. The inquiry says it will reconvene with Matthew
October 3, 2025
Malema Firearm Conviction: Faces Possible Jail Time
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Malema Firearm Conviction: Faces Possible Jail Time

Julius Malema, EFF leader, received a guilty verdict for five firearm-related charges on 1 October 2025 in East London. The Malema firearm conviction, stemming from a 2018 rally incident, could lead to jail or a suspended sentence. Sentencing is set for January
October 2, 2025
ANC Municipal Performance: Defending Honest Critique
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ANC Municipal Performance: Defending Honest Critique

South Africa’s ANC is boldly addressing concerns about its municipal performance. Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula defends honest critiques from President Cyril Ramaphosa and Gwede Mantashe, highlighting Ekurhuleni’s success as a model for improvement. With the 2026 elections nearing, the ANC aims to boost
October 1, 2025
Tembisa Hospital Corruption Costs R2 Billion
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Tembisa Hospital Corruption Costs R2 Billion

Tembisa Hospital corruption has siphoned at least R2 billion from public funds, with potential losses up to R3 billion. The SIU probe, sparked by whistleblower Babita Deokaran's warnings, will conclude by 2027 amid calls for accountability and healthcare reforms.
September 30, 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
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