Donald Trump’s recent statement about investigating alleged human rights violations in South Africa sent shockwaves throughout the country. While the political implications of his words are still being debated, the economic consequences of the statement could have far-reaching effects on South Africa’s trade relationships, investment, and growth. This publication spoke with independent economist Mthobeli Mankahla…
The African National Congress (ANC) in the Alfred Nzo region is gearing up for the 2026 local government elections. Recently, they hosted their first Local Election Team (LET) phase one meeting, where they discussed critical issues and strategies for approaching the upcoming elections and to assess the election structures. The meeting was attended by the…
The Economic Freedom Fighters forced the Speaker of Matatiele Local Municipality to adjourn the special virtual council meeting that was scheduled for the 26 of February. The EFF councillors accused the speakers of the council Nonzwakazi Ngwanya of deliberately holding a virtual meeting to discuss burning issues of the institution which they believe is unfair….
Local youth beneficiaries of the HGDA business equipment handover.
In a meeting held on 12 September 2025 between African National Congress (ANC) officials and the ANC Caucus of Alfred Nzo District Municipality, the ANC instructed its caucus to “affirm the order of the Bargaining Council in the Council meeting and desist from appealing the outcomes.” This decision pertains to the reinstatement of Zamile Sikhundla…
“We are the only transparent organisation among all political parties”. Community members in Kokstad and Franklin are divided after residents burned African National Congress (ANC) regalia while calling for their current ward councillor to step down on Sunday, 7 June 2026. The ANC Kokstad Regional Secretary, Qiniso Mnguni, said the African National Congress is an…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the recent statement by Provincial Treasury clarifying the true extent of the on-going fiscal crisis within the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport (DoT). The statement by KZN Finance MEC, Francois Rodgers, affirms what the DA has consistently maintained: that the department’s financial distress is not the result of a so-called “system…
“The king’s voice will help to pave the way for a safer, healthier future for all children, especially young girls, in our province,” said the DA The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the progressive stance that has been adopted by His Majesty AmaZulu King Misizulu kaZwelithini against the practice of turning young girls into child brides. …
As part of Umkhonto WeSizwe Party’s commitment to growth and development the party’s National High Command has appointed new regional structure in Harry Gwala, this is after the National High Command has been appointing and electing provincial and regional structures aiming to promote greater representation and participation within the party. At a media briefing held…
Shivambu, recently demoted from his role as secretary-general of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, used the briefing to clarify his political future amid speculation of a fallout with the MK Party and potential resignation. The event was not sanctioned by the MK Party, and their spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndhlela, noted it violated internal protocol. During the…
