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Reading Time: 2 MinutesPresident Cyril Ramaphosa says the country's hopes depend on the success of the Government of National Unity (GNU). In his weekly letter to the nation today, the President said the commitment of political parties to work together has generated a great deal of goodwill that should not be squandered. He says the success of the GNU will not be measured by who governs but by how much political parties are prepared to focus on how the country is governed in the interest of the people. The president said he was encouraged by the broad agreement between the…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesAction SA Parliamentary Group leader Athol Trollip says former Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa must deal with corruption cases before returning to Parliament. Kodwa, who is due to be sworn in as a member of parliament tomorrow, resigned from his ministerial post earlier this month after being formally charged with corruption. The charges come after a National Bribery Commission report recommended he engaged in corruption involving alleged bribes amounting to R1.6 million. Trollip said if the ANC was a responsible party, it would have instructed its MPs to deal with court cases before returning to…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe ANC says President Cyril Ramaphosa will announce a new executive body within days after extensive consultations. The party made the statement after winning the 10th member of its proposed Government of National Unity. The ANC is pleased to welcome the 10 founding parties into the Government of National Unity: ANC, PA, DA, IFP, GOOD, PAC, FF+, UDM, Rise Mzansi and Al Jamah.#GNU#Let's do more together pic.twitter.com/uMedrCA6sJ — African National Congress (@MYANC) June 23, 2024 Al-Jamaa was the latest party to join the unity government over the weekend, bringing the total number of signatories to 10, with…

Reading Time: Four MinutesWhile the public waits for President Cyril Ramaphosa to announce a new cabinet, the government continues to operate. This is all thanks to the chiefs of each ministry. The political executive of the 6th government ceased to exist when President Ramaphosa was sworn in in Pretoria last Wednesday. SABC News highlights the various arrangements being put in place to ensure a smooth transition of government operations. According to the constitution, after the dissolution of Parliament, the government continues to function until the next National Assembly elections, which will elect a new president, who will then appoint a…

of Democratic Alliance (DA) They want a fair sharing of power within the newly formed Government of National Unity (GNU). The GNU has called on the African National Congress (ANC), one of the GNU's founding members, to ensure balance in the composition of the soon-to-be-formed National Executive Cabinet. Federal parliament speaker Helen Zille believes the ANC needs to recognise that the DA is an important partner and give it a strong position. Her statement was President Cyril Ramaphosa is yet to announce his new cabinetAmid demands from various political parties. “We can't hold them to ransom. Prosecutors Very serious We…

This week several notable Mzansi celebrities jetted off to the US for the USA Shisanyama Weekend in New York City. The festival is one of the largest South African cultural events in North America. USA Shisanyama Weekend offers authentic South African cuisine, lively music and a festive atmosphere. Among the stellar line-up of Mzansi A-list stars booked for this year's festival are popular Podcasts and Chill The duo MacG and Sol Phenduka, Somizi, and veteran DJ Tira. See also: DJ Tira talks expectations for Afrotainment in Durban in July 2024 American Four-Three Mountains Weekend in New York DJ Tira posted…

Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe new Free State Provincial Council has a huge task ahead of it to improve service delivery. Residents have expressed frustration over the deterioration of basic services. After the swearing-in ceremony of the new Provincial Councillors, they promised to roll up their sleeves and get to work, starting with carrying out various unannounced visits. Once sworn in, the newly appointed executive members got to work right away. They made an unannounced visit to Pelonomi Hospital and found alarming conditions, including non-functioning toilets and a shortage of staff, blankets and beds. “It's unfortunate. These are not the conditions…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesSome residents of Kimberley's Madiba Square informal settlement are skeptical whether the new Northern Cape government executive council will tackle the serious service delivery challenges they face. Northern Cape Premier Zamani Sole is set to announce and convene the province's executive council on Tuesday after being re-elected. Residents are said to be eagerly awaiting the announcement of the seventh Executive Council. Service delivery challenges facing residents include sewage leaks, illegal dumping sites, lack of water and sanitation, and housing issues. “We are singing what is becoming a chorus, a song we are familiar with as promised, but…

Nkateko Mabaso passed away earlier this week. Tributes have been pouring in for former MultiChoice Group executive and former M-Net CEO Nkateko Mabaso. Mabaso died earlier this week, but the cause of death is yet to be known. MultiChoice SA CEO of General Entertainment, Nomsa Philiso, expressed deep sadness at Mabaso's passing. She highlighted his influential legacy in creating well-known works such as: Stone field and Queen. Apart from the day to day programme, Mabaso also played key roles in key events such as; Channel O Awards and DStv Mzansi Viewers Awards (DMVCA). “It is with great sadness that we…

Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe African Transformation Movement (ATM) said it supports calls for the establishment of a parliamentary watchdog to scrutinise the activities of President Cyril Ramaphosa. During the first session of the seventh parliament, the National Assembly elected Ramaphosa as South Africa's next president. He was re-elected to a second term as president. ATM spokesperson Mkolisi Makhubo said parliamentary oversight would reinforce the constitutional mandate to ensure executive branch accountability. “African Change Movement, as an organisation that has been committed to advocating for accountability and exposing the corruption and disregard for the law particularly pertaining to the 6th Administration,…