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Reading Time: 3 MinutesLimpopo's new Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba, says society and all political parties must work together to fight corruption and crime. He was elected Premier at the first meeting of the seventh government held at Parliament in Lebowakgomo, outside Polokwane. Ramathuba says corruption is a crime. “We reaffirm our commitment to be vigilant against any tendency to reverse the gains of the past 30 years. This tendency has its roots in crime and corruption. I ask you to join us in the renewed effort to fight corruption. We must do so because corruption is not just a government…

Maglella Dough Boy has become one of the most popular artists in the country since the release of his album “Diaspora” and he will be performing at the 14th annual Boomtown. Popular rapper Maglara Doo Boy will be making his Durban July debut this year and is one of the artists expected to perform at Boomtown. “The team has handpicked some of the hottest artists in the country today, as well as long-time Boomtown favourites, to keep guests entertained throughout the day,” event organiser Stuart Scott said in a statement. The 30-year-old rapper from Kanana in the northwestern US has…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesPanyaza Lesufi of the African National Congress (ANC) has been elected for a second term as Premier of Gauteng. Mr Lesufi was elected unopposed. He says his priority is working for the state's development rather than talking. “I am nothing without my allies but most importantly I am a movement of the people, by the people. Thank you so much for appointing me to be an instrument of change. Thank you so much for appointing me to be an instrument of liberation. ANC PEC, you have once again shown that our unity agenda is solid and unwavering.…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesDemocratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen announced that his party had signed a Government of National Unity (GNU) agreement with the African National Congress (ANC) and the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP). Prime Minister Steenhuisen made the announcement on the sidelines of the first meeting of the National Assembly, saying it was a landmark day for the country. “After two weeks of negotiations, which only just finished after the parliamentary session began, the DA has reached an agreement on the GNU Statement of Intent, signed by the leaders of the DA, IFP and ANC, which will see the…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesAfrican National Congress (ANC) Eastern Cape president Oscar Mabuyane was unanimously elected Prime Minister. Helen Sauls-August was elected Speaker and ANC Youth League provincial president Vuyo Jali was elected Deputy Speaker. The ANC Eastern Cape congratulates Premier candidate Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane.#Let's do more together pic.twitter.com/trCWDDw8AA — ANC Eastern Cape (@ANCECape) June 14, 2024 Mpumalanga ANC chairperson Mandla Ndlovu was also elected as the new prime minister, replacing outgoing premier Lefiloe Mtsweni Tshipane. Ndlovu was MEC for Public Works and Roads Transport under Mtsweni-Tsipane and has pledged to bring stability to the province and ensure improved service delivery.…

Sukomota exam questions cause uproar The Department of Education has responded to the recent controversy surrounding the inclusion of a question on South African sensation Skomota in a national examination paper. Critics have raised doubts, as some argue that local entertainers are not a positive influence. “For me it is assumed that all children know about skomota 😏… some parents will do anything to avoid exposing their children to skomota because they know there is nothing to learn from its behaviour. The Ministry of Education must do more!” wrote X user. Speaking to Jimoja, National Department of Basic Education spokesperson…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe swearing-in ceremony for the seventh Democratic Parliament members began at Parliament House at the Cape Town International Conference Centre. The deputies are called in groups of 10 and sworn in. Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema and his deputy leader Floyd Shivambu have been sworn in as members of Parliament. The EFF's Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu will be sworn in as members of Parliament. #sabcnews pic.twitter.com/pLBu23r0bT — Abra Barbier (@BarbierAbra) June 14, 2024 Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie and his MPs were also sworn in. Chief Justice Raymond Zondo presided over the swearing-in…

South Africa's new parliament convened on Friday to elect the next president, but the public still knows nothing about which parties will join the African National Congress to govern or what policies they will pursue. The ANC, which has been in power since the 1994 general election that marked the end of apartheid, lost its majority for the first time in the May 29 vote and has been trying to form a broad-based government of national unity.President Cyril Ramaphosa, leader of the ANC, is likely to win a new term as his party holds the most seats in parliament, but…

The tornado reportedly killed 12 people and affected over 7,000 homes. KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) has been hit by a devastating tornado, affecting more than 7,000 homes and causing major damage in six districts across the province. The recent tornadoes have killed 12 people and caused damage estimated at more than R1.3 billion. Amidst this chaos, internationally renowned musician Nomtsebwo Zikode has stepped up to offer much needed support to tornado victims in Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal. Noncebo Zikode Foundation Noncebo said. Citizen When she established the Nonchebo Zikode Foundation, her aim was to help the less fortunate. “The disaster was so devastating that…

After two weeks of uproar, court applications, intense behind-the-scenes negotiations and waiting, the long-awaited inaugural sittings of the National Assembly and the crucial KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng provincial assemblies will convene at 10am today. Read | MG Union Hub 14/06 10:00 DA councillors confirmed there was no agreement on who would be speaker – M.C. Ferreira “The clock is ticking,” one MP told the M&G 20 minutes before the session was due to begin. Rise Mzansi's Sabine Meave said her party believes “a party that leads the executive cannot lead the legislature”. But the ANC does not agree, which is also…