Parties criticise Ramaphosa’s ‘delayed response’ to Ekurhuleni femicide crisis

Opposition parties and civil rights organisations have criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent national address on gender-based violence and femicide, calling his proposed measures “belated,... 

Ramaphosa to address nation on Ekurhuleni murders, GBVF

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this evening address the country on steps being taken by government to confront the country's gender-based violence and femicide crisis. The President’s 19:00 address... 

US Ambassador declares diplomacy 'useless' as relations with S Africa on edge

Relations between the US and South Africa have reached a critical low point following a scathing assessment by US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III, who accused the South African government of... 

White Cross Project turns to Union Buildings after Washington vigil

Following what it describes a success of its White Cross Project in the US, Afrikaner group Lex Libertas announced it aims to bring the same demonstration to South Africa in a set it up on the... 

Parties call for urgent action after weekend's mass shootings

South Africa is reeling from an unprecedented weekend of trauma as horrific mass shootings across the country have left at least 27 people dead and dozens more injured in targeted tavern attacks.... 

Ramaphosa challenges S Africans to defend national identity amid violence, division

President Cyril Ramaphosa issued a reminder to the nation on Monday that heritage is not only a cause for celebration but a critical battleground that citizens must actively defend, as he stressed... 

Msimanga confident court will fast-track DA challenge against ActionSA, EFF, MKP, GOOD party

DA federal chairperson Solly Msimanga expressed confidence on Wednesday that the party’s electoral case will receive an urgent hearing to avoid delaying the election rollout. On Tuesday the DA... 

Parties sign Electoral Code of Conduct, commit to peaceful 2026 local elections

Political parties competing in the upcoming local government elections have officially pledged their commitment to a peaceful, free, and fair democratic process by signing the Electoral Code of... 

IEC demands parties restore public trust at 2026 electoral code signing

In what is being described as the most challenging political environment in South Africa's democratic history, Independent Electoral Commission chairperson Mosotho Moepya declared on Wednesday that... 

NSFAS records over 51 000 early applications for 2027, stresses strict deadline for submissions

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) announced on Tuesday that it is “highly encouraged” by a massive wave of early submissions following the official launch of its 2027 application... 

DA takes ActionSA, EFF, MKP, and GOOD party to Electoral Court over 'hidden' candidate lists

The DA has launched an urgent application in the Electoral Court against ActionSA, the EFF, the MKP, and the GOOD party, accusing them of undermining electoral laws ahead of the upcoming local... 

Mandela Foundation wants voters to demand action on GBVF ahead of elections

As South Africa approaches the upcoming local government elections, citizens are being urged to leverage their vote as a tool for “profound social change”. The Nelson Mandela Foundation has issued... 

DA challenges Lamola to oppose ‘ANC’s race-based’ policies after US Apartheid 2.0 remarks

The DA has challenged International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola to oppose race-based policies within South Africa’s own Cabinet, following his recent public condemnation of... 

DA calls for debate on GBVF as three suspects appear in court in Ekurhuleni cases

Three suspects are expected to appear in the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court on Monday, marking a major breakthrough in the investigation into a horrifying string of women's murders that has gripped... 

NSFAS opens 2027 applications, assures ‘major system upgrades’ after returning to board governance

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela announced on Friday that the 2027 National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) application cycle is officially open until November 18. Speaking... 

Amnesty International demands SA criminalise femicide to expose ‘hidden’ crisis

Amnesty International South Africa is urgently calling on the State to recognise femicide as a distinct crime, warning that failure to do so leaves the targeted killing of women largely... 

DA launches petition to reject SAPS safety warnings as body of ninth woman found

DA mayoral candidate for Ekurhuleni Khathu Rasilingwane has launched a full-scale petition rallying residents and women across the municipality to reject government instructions urging women to... 

ActionSA suspends Tshwane ward candidate amid disciplinary probe

ActionSA has placed its Tshwane ward candidate and disbarred advocate Malesela Teffo on precautionary suspension with immediate effect, following his arrest in a contempt of court matter. The... 

Govt rejects US visa restrictions, while domestic actors are emboldened

The South African government has rejected unilateral visa restrictions imposed by the US, framing its domestic legislation as a constitutional imperative to heal past racial injustices rather than... 

Complete overhaul of appointment process essential to save Joburg, warns CDE

The Centre for Development and Enterprise has issued an urgent directive to political parties ahead of the upcoming November local government election, warning that Johannesburg's compounding... 

Majodina apologises over heated confrontation with E Cape resident

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has issued a formal apology to the residents of Kouga, and the broader South African public, following a highly contentious confrontation with a local... 

SAPS deploys task team as political outrage mounts over murder of 5 women

The South African Police Service has issued an urgent safety warning to women in and around Kempton Park, specifically in the Rhodesfield area, following the discovery of five women's bodies over a... 

Ramaphosa greenlights SIU probe into eThekwini municipality, North West Transport Investments

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new proclamation and a key amendment empowering the Special Investigating Unit to probe deep-seated allegations of serious maladministration, corruption, and... 

Ramaphosa touts BRICS success, vows to build on $10-billion SA-India economic ties

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to leveraging its BRICS membership to drive domestic economic growth, expand trade and solidify bilateral ties with India.... 

Nigeria suspends official visits to SA over xenophobic attacks

The Nigerian National Assembly has officially suspended all official visits to South Africa and has initiated a complete boycott of South African-hosted or South African-organised legislative... 

Parties lodge ethics complaint against Majodina over vulgar tirade against Kouga resident

The EFF, DA and ActionSA have criticised Minister of Water and Sanitation Pemmy Majodina, following a highly contentious confrontation with a resident in the Eastern Cape. The incident, which has... 

Six S Africans still missing after Nepal floods, DNA provided in search efforts

Six South African nationals remain unaccounted for following devastating flash floods in Nepal, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) confirmed on Thursday. In response... 

Impeachment Committee halts evidence leader appointments, heads to court against EFF, ALPA

The Section 89 Impeachment Committee announced on Wednesday that it will legally oppose court applications brought by the EFF and the African Legal Professional Association (ALPA). The legal battle... 

EFF heads to court over Parly’s 'irrational' reversal on removal of impeachment evidence leader

The EFF has filed an urgent application at the Western Cape High Court, seeking to review and set aside Parliament's decision to rescind the appointment of Advocate Thandazani Madonsela as chief... 

Govt launches massive crackdown on illegal immigration, hijacked buildings

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi has announced a sweeping, multidisciplinary national strategy to reclaim thousands of hijacked buildings across South Africa's... 

Mbalula extols ANC internal nominations process as party challenges IEC in court over 'administrative setback'

The ANC has launched an urgent application in the Electoral Court following the Independent Electoral Commission’s (IEC’s) rejection of 181 candidate nominations of the party across six... 

Ramaphosa says Madlanga commission must be free from interference, defends SAPS

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asserted that the ongoing Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality and Political Interference within South Africa's Criminal Justice System must proceed... 

Court shuts down UDF’s bid to get IEC to extend candidate nomination deadline

The Electoral Court has handed down a decisive judgment dismissing an urgent application by the newly registered United Democratic Front, which sought permission to participate in the upcoming... 

Hill-Lewis urges Ramaphosa to intervene in DBE textbook catalogue dispute

DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has issued an urgent appeal to President Cyril Ramaphosa to step in following an unprecedented showdown within the Department of Basic Education (DBE). The dispute... 

Ramaphosa believes ANC candidate registration glitch debacle is ‘manageable’

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed confidence that the party's election candidate nomination registration issues will be resolved, describing the issue as "containable and manageable".... 

Ramaphosa authorises SIU corruption probe into E Cape Public Works

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially authorised the Special Investigating Unit to probe allegations of corruption and maladministration at the Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and... 

ANC reiterates ‘system glitches’ as it appeals to IEC to recognise election candidates

The ANC has formally requested that the Independent Electoral Commission recognise and process candidate details that the party says were successfully captured and stored on the system prior to... 

Nov polls 'critical turning point' to end corruption, service failures – Amnesty International

Ahead of the upcoming local government elections scheduled for November 4, Amnesty International South Africa is calling on voters to cast their ballots with human rights and accountability at the... 

IEC records 43% surge in candidates for Nov elections, despite thousands missing registration cutoff 

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has announced a massive surge in political participation ahead of the upcoming local government elections in November, while clarifying that candidates... 

Dirco clears High Commissioner Sooklal of suspicion of facilitating Zuma-Gupta meetings

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation announced on Wednesday that its official mission to India did not facilitate any substantive engagement between former President Jacob Zuma...