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JOHANNESBURG: South African lawmakers are set to be sworn in at the first meeting of parliament and elect the country's president on Friday, in an election that will reveal how the ruling African National Congress has managed to forge a unity government after losing its majority for the first time since 1994. Lawmakers are also due to elect a new speaker and deputy speaker of parliament, a choice that will be determined by negotiations that have been taking place between the ANC and opposition parties since the country's election results were announced nearly two weeks ago. Parties are under pressure…

A senior official from South Africa's African National Congress (ANC) said on Thursday the party had reached an agreement in principle with the main opposition and other parties to form a coalition government. The announcement came on the eve of the first meeting of South Africa's new parliament, where lawmakers will elect a president. The ANC lost its long-held parliamentary majority in elections two weeks ago and needs the support of other parties to run for re-election. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told reporters that the main opposition Democratic Alliance and other smaller parties had agreed in principle to form a…

EFF leader Julius Malema is expected to announce the dissolution of the Limpop organisation after national coalition negotiations finish later this month. (Wald Sweghers/Bloomberg via Getty Images) The state leadership is being held responsible for the defeat as they ignored orders not to contest in the state electoral conference. This content is Registered Users and Subscribers. Get your free account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing the best experience for all our readers: Register your free account now – signing up is the first step to becoming a member of the M&G community. register By registering you will…

Former South African president and Mkhonto weSizwe (MK Party) leader Jacob Zuma speaks at a press conference at the Independent Electoral Commission's (IEC) National Election Results Operations Centre in Midrand, South Africa, Saturday, June 1, 2024. (Leon Sadiki/Bloomberg via Getty Images) The Constitutional Court dismissed an urgent application filed by the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party on Monday to stop Parliament from convening on Friday to swear in lawmakers and elect a new president. In a ruling released late Wednesday night, the court said the claims were without merit and that it would not exercise exclusive jurisdiction. Granting direct access would…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe Constitutional Court refused to issue an order suspending the first session of Parliament on Friday. The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party tried to block the opening of the first parliament. The Supreme Court ruled that the ruling did not exercise exclusive jurisdiction as MK had hoped. According to the Constitution, the first sitting must be held at a date and time to be determined by the Chief Justice within 14 days after the declaration of the results. [BREAKING] The Constitutional Court on Friday rejected an emergency application by the MK Party to block the first session of…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesAl-Jama'a leader Ganieff Hendrix said he had met with the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to discuss how to proceed with talks to form a government. Hendrix said he was confident an agreement would be reached with the ANC. Hendricks said a meeting was due to be held tomorrow with the United Democratic Movement (UDM), African Transformation Movement (ATM), MK Party, EFF and PAC to map out the way forward. He says he is opposed to the Democratic Alliance (DA)-backed Government of National Unity and the restoration of so-called white rule. Elaborating…

Casper Niyovest laments his electricity bill South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest has been in the headlines recently for some startling revelations about his expenses. In a candid confession, the star revealed that he spends about R3 000 a week on electricity bills. This insight into his household expenses has sparked a debate among fans and the public about the rising cost of living and energy consumption, especially for celebrities. In a recent social media exchange, Casper revealed his weekly electricity bills, which amount to about R3,000. “Hey guys, will my electricity bill change? Last week I bought electricity for R3000…

Global superstar Rihanna has sent waves of excitement through the music world by announcing her long-awaited return to the music scene. After a hiatus that had fans eagerly waiting for new music, the multi-talented artist revealed plans to release a new album, sparking huge celebrations among fans around the world. Rihanna's last studio album, ANTI, was released in 2016 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then she has expanded her empire beyond music, launching her Fenty beauty line and Savage X Fenty lingerie brand, both of which have been phenomenally successful and solidified her status as a business…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesInkatha Freedom Party (IFP) leader Velenkosini Hlabisa said his party was committed to forming a government of national unity at the national level alongside the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA). Hlabisa made the announcement in Durban on Wednesday afternoon. In last month's general election, the MK party won a majority in KwaZulu-Natal with 45.35% of the vote. The IFP lagged behind with 18.07%, followed by the ANC with 16.99%. Hlabisa said the party had yet to decide who it would work with in KwaZulu-Natal. “At the national level, the IFP has decided to…

Hundreds of young people marched towards the Union Buildings on June 16, 2013. (Ihsaan Haffejee/GroundUp) vinegarSouth Africa's National Youth Union has accused President Cyril Ramaphosa's government of turning a deaf ear to its demands to address issues facing young people, including unemployment and limited access to quality education. The coalition's interim chairperson, Moeketsi Koahela, said for the second year in a row, the presidency has not responded to the demands of the coalition, which was formed in 2022 to promote the development of ethical and transformative young leaders. Since its formation, the coalition has led an annual march to the…