The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng have strongly opposed Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero’s recent proposal to recruit foreign nationals into the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD). This stance comes as Gauteng continues to grapple with a high unemployment rate, currently at 35.1%, and the availability of numerous qualified local candidates. The EFF has criticized […]

The recent re-gazetting of The Gambia’s draft constitution has sparked intense debate and controversy across the nation. After years of anticipation and revision, the draft, which was initially introduced by the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) in 2020, is now back on the table, but not without raising significant concerns. A Constitution in Question: The Root […]

As the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) grapple with disappointing election results and the recent departure of key figure Floyd Shivambu, the party finds itself at a critical crossroads. Julius Malema, the party’s fiery leader, has responded with a defiant message, asserting that he is unafraid of losing more members to rival political factions. However, the […]

In a dramatic escalation of a long-standing dispute, a French court has seized three jets owned by the Nigerian government, grounding them amid a conflict with Chinese firm Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment. The roots of this dispute trace back to 2007, when Zhongshan signed a contract with Nigeria’s Ogun State to develop a free-trade zone […]

In a surprising turn of events, Kabelo Gwamanda, the Mayor of Johannesburg, has resigned from his position after weeks of mounting pressure and allegations of incompetence. Gwamanda, who has faced increasing criticism from civil organizations and political parties, submitted his resignation letter to the Speaker of the Joburg Council on Tuesday. The young mayor, who […]

In a dramatic political twist, former President Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has abruptly fired 20 of its Members of Parliament (MPs). The news, which has sent shockwaves through the South African political landscape, comes with little to no explanation, raising more questions than answers. The dismissals were confirmed in a letter dated August […]

In a recent political overview at the NEC Lekgotla at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the pivotal role of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa’s political landscape. Far from a conventional coalition, Ramaphosa emphasized that the GNU, which includes nine other parties, is a unique entity designed to […]

In a recent development that underscores the ongoing challenges within KwaZulu-Natal’s eThekwini municipality, Premier Thami Ntuli has addressed the grievances of Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) workers. The workers expressed their discontent during a protest outside the Durban city hall on Tuesday, voicing concerns over the non-renewal of their contracts at the end of July […]

South Africans are grappling with the self-serving Government of National Unity (GNU), born from the shortsightedness and blatant disregard for the electorate by those who have chosen to partake in it. This marriage of convenience in government raises a critical question: Where does this leave the millions of unemployed people in the country? The unemployment […]

In a powerful and inspiring address, President Cyril Ramaphosa urged South Africans to embrace a spirit of unity and cooperation akin to that of weaver birds. Speaking at the seventh Opening of Parliament in Cape Town on Thursday, Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of collective effort in building a prosperous nation. “We would like all of […]