Lungi Mnganga-Gcabashe dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
ANC stalwart and Women’s League deputy president Lungi Mnganga-Gcabashe has died at the age of 64 at her home in KwaZulu-Natal.
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South Africa’s coalition government is at risk of crumbling: why collapse would carry a heavy cost
It’s too soon to tell whether this is happening, but anecdotal evidence suggests there are some green shoots.
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Paul Mashatile warns of a soon-coming Cabinet reshuffle
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has confirmed a possible Cabinet reshuffle and says the Government of National Unity will continue even if the DA steps away.
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ANC expects DA to exit the GNU: Here’s what happens if that’s the case
The ANC says it is expecting the DA to exit the Government of National Unity after the DA voted against the budget.
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Budget 2025: Steenhuisen holds 11th-hour talks with Ramaphosa ahead of GNU decision
DA leader John Steenhuisen met President Ramaphosa as the future of the Government of National Unity hangs in the balance over budget negotiations.
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ANC Cape Town leader Banele Majingo resigns and joins the DA
ANC caucus leader in Cape Town, Banele Majingo, has resigned from the party in a dramatic twist, joining the DA during a council sitting on Thursday.
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Democratic Alliance trigger urgent reset in GNU over Expropriation Act
The DA calls for an urgent reset, accusing the ANC of unilateral actions.
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Watch: Angry Cape Town homeowner chases Paul Mashatile out of his house [video]
A door-to-door campaign by Deputy President Paul Mashatile in Crossroads turned chaotic when a homeowner confronted him. Here’s what happened.
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ANC insists low-budget 113th anniversary in Cape Town is ‘a strategic move’
The ANC’s 113th anniversary celebrations in Khayelitsha are scaled back, but the party denies financial woes, calling it a strategic move.
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Membathisi Mdladlana dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former labour minister Membathisi Mdladlana passed away at age 72, prompting tributes from South African leaders and unions.
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Pule Mabe due in court for R27 million tender corruption case
ANC NEC member Pule Mabe is among seven suspects expected in court for their alleged involvement in a R27 million tender fraud case.
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DA minister caught in crossfire as BELA Bill awaits Ramaphosa’s signature
President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign the controversial BELA Bill into law, sparking political tensions in the GNU.
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Will Jacob Zuma lose perks after ANC expulsion? – Here’s what you must know
Jacob Zuma’s tumultuous relationship with the African National Congress (ANC) culminated in his expulsion on Sunday.
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ANC forms DA-less Gauteng GPU Cabinet: Here’s everything you must know
After weeks of uncertainty and negotiations, the ANC has announced a Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) cabinet in Gauteng without the participation of the DA. ANC announces Gauteng GPU Cabinet Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi revealed the new GPU cabinet on Wednesday, following weeks of delay that drew ire from not only the public but opposition
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Helen Zille delivers ultimatum on Gauteng GPU deadlock
Helen Zille issues an ultimatum to the ANC regarding the deadlock over the Gauteng Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) formation
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What is a Government of National Unity? – Here’s what you must know
In South Africa, the concept of a Government of National Unity is not new.
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Fitch Ratings courts backlash with eyebrow-raising ANC coalition analysis
Fitch Ratings faced criticism for suggesting that a coalition between the ANC and the DA would be the best outcome for South Africa.
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Fikile Mbalula reveals ANC’s position in coalition talks
Fikile Mbalula cleatred the air on ANC coalition talks post-election and the party’s unequivocal support for President Ramaphosa.
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2024 SA election results: CSIR early predictions suggest ANC downfall
Early predictions from the CSIR suggest a decline in ANC support in the 2024 South African elections.
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Juju Valley shooting: Tsiamo Lebaka still in ICU unable to speak, family confirms
Nine-year-old Tsiamo Lebaka remains in ICU after being struck by a stray bullet during a clash between ANC and EFF supporters in Juju Valley.
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Juju Valley incident: Footage shows ANC mayor with gun amid chaos [video]
Footage shows Polokwane Mayor John Mpe handling a gun during a violent clash in Juju Valley that resulted in a nine-year-old girl shot in the head.
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NUMSA drops hints of a possible ANC-EFF coalition government
NUMSA has advised against voting for certain parties, hinting at a possible ANC-EFF coalition post-2024 elections.
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Zizi Kodwa threatens court action over controversial DA political ad
Minister Zizi Kodwa is considering legal steps against the DA for a political ad that shows the burning of the South African flag.
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Revisiting the haunting story of MK martyr Solomon Mahlangu
This article explores the life and legacy of Solomon Mahlangu, a member of the ANC’s armed wing, who was executed on this day in 1979.
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State Security report exposing US interference in SA politics must be unsealed, SCA rules
The document was intended to inform the Minister of State Security about the extent of the US’s interest in the ANC’s political dynamics, particularly focusing on the developments around the then-ANC Secretary-General Ace Magashule and his positioning against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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MK Party registration was ‘above-board’, Electoral Court rules – Here’s what this means
The MK Party scored a crucial victory over the ANC after the Electoral Court ruled their IEC registration was above-board.
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2024 elections: Here’s what may happen if Jacob Zuma runs for president
The eligibility of Jacob Zuma to run for president again is a complex issue, entwined with South Africa’s legal and constitutional frameworks.
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2024 general elections: IEC official fired for leaking ANC and MK Party candidate lists
The IEC fired a Gauteng-based official for leaking the ANC and MK Party candidate lists ahead of the 2024 elections.
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MK Party threats civil war if IEC deregisters Jacob Zuma’s new organisation
The MK Party warns of civil war if the IEC deregisters them from the 2024 elections.
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Fikile Mbalula blasts ‘Nkandla apologist’ Nathi Nhleko amid ANC exit
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula blasted now-resigned party member Nathi Nhleko as a hypocrite and ‘Nkandla’ apologist.