Thabi Shomolekae
Thabi Shomolekae is a Creamer Media Senior Writer for Polity.org.za
Ramaphosa assents to National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill
19th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday assented to the National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill, which provides for nuclear safety oversight,... →
DA wants clarity on Sassa CEO’s suspension
19th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Western Cape on Thursday called on Social Development Minister Nokuzola Tolashe to provide clarity on the... →
Govt extends deadline for registration of spaza shops
18th December 2024 Government has extended the deadline for registration of all spaza shops and other food-handling facilities to February 28, urging municipalities... →
Daily Podcast – December 13, 2024
13th December 2024 Making headlines: Balobedu Queenship: South Africa’s only legally recognised Queenship; South Africa shifts to FDI outflows in third quarter,... →
Balobedu Queenship: South Africa’s only legally recognised Queenship
13th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa has legally recognised Princess Masalanabo Modjadji VII as the Queen of the Balobedu Queenship, in terms of the... →
GOOD Party wants Gary van Niekerk relieved of his duties
13th December 2024 The GOOD Party said on Friday it strongly believes that Nelson Mandela Bay Deputy Mayor Gary van Niekerk should have been permanently relieved of... →
Ramaphosa calls for silencing of guns across Africa as he hosts Angolan counterpart
12th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday reiterated South Africa’s call for the silencing of guns across Africa, which he described as a necessary... →
Govt urges spaza shop owners to register businesses before deadline
12th December 2024 With the registration deadline looming for small businesses, spaza shops and other food-handling convenience stores, government warned owners that... →
Sports department gives Safa R5-million advance to cover player salaries
12th December 2024 The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has decided to advance the South African Football Association (Safa) R5-million, following reports that... →
ActionSA wants deputy minister roles abolished
11th December 2024 ActionSA on Wednesday reiterated its demand for a “lean, effective” Cabinet of no more than 20 ministers, with all deputy minister positions... →
Ramaphosa meets Mpumalanga leadership, highlights potential of province
10th December 2024 The Mpumalanga province has many advantages that can be used to drive growth and development, said President Cyril Ramaphosa during a meeting... →
DA wants investigation into fuel supply failure at OR Tambo International
10th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance has called on Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to immediately initiate a thorough investigation into the root causes of... →
ActionSA says defection by Tshwane councillor to the DA not significant
10th December 2024 Former ActionSA councillor in Tshwane Novina Pillay has moved to the Democratic Alliance, with the party welcoming her contributions to the party... →
Presence of rogue, inept officers weakens stability of Saps – Ian Cameron
9th December 2024 Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Police chairperson Ian Cameron says while there has been commendable progress in turning the tide against... →
Ramaphosa reflects on government progress, notes slow pace of economic growth
9th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa pointed out on Monday that strengthening local government is the Government of National Unity’s key priority, noting... →
Civil society says monitor State capture fightback, up anti-corruption drive
6th December 2024 Civil society organisation Open Secrets campaigner Letlhogonolo Letshele pointed out on Friday that citizens do not know where South Africa stands... →
McKinsey to pay SA R1.1bn for its role in State capture
6th December 2024 The National Prosecuting Authority announced that it has successfully concluded dispute resolution with McKinsey South Africa, in which McKinsey... →
GOOD Party welcomes resignation of George deputy mayor
5th December 2024 The GOOD Party on Thursday welcomed the resignation of George Municipality Deputy Mayor Raybin Figland, following the motion of no confidence it... →
DA calls for swift investigation of suspended Sassa CEO, who is on full pay
5th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance on Thursday said the investigation into South African Social Security Agency CEO Busisiwe Memela-Khambula must be rapid,... →
Presidency clarifies visa application process for Nigerian nationals
5th December 2024 The Presidency has clarified a misunderstanding from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s opening remarks at the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission... →
World Bank report says eradicating structural inequalities key to opportunities for sub-Saharan Africa
5th December 2024 Co-author of a new World Bank report Gabriela Inchauste has pointed out that by tackling structural inequalities, sub-Saharan Africa has the... →
DA calls for Johannesburg city manager Floyd Brink’s removal following court judgment
4th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday called for the removal of City of Joburg city manager Floyd Brink after the South Gauteng High Court ruled... →
Ramaphosa faces criticism over reassignment of embattled Minister Thembi Simelane
4th December 2024 Political parties have condemned President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent cabinet reshuffle, in which he moved embattled Justice and Constitutional... →
Political parties react to surprise drop in GDP
3rd December 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) pointed out that the country’s third quarter GDP performance is impetus to urgently accelerate the economic reforms... →
DA wants Rand Water to reschedule December maintenance
3rd December 2024 The Democratic Alliance is urging Rand Water to replan what the party calls a “ridiculous” mid-December water shut-off for large parts of the City... →
Parliamentary committee concerned about impact of tensions with US
3rd December 2024 The Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade expressed concerns that with the response from the Brazil, Russia, India, China, South... →
SA will use G20 to focus on low-income countries – Ramaphosa
3rd December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday expressed confidence in South Africa’s ability to present “the most impressive G20”, stating that under the... →
EFF says it will take legal action to ensure original Bela Bill clauses implemented
2nd December 2024 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EEF) announced that it will be taking legal action to ensure that the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Bill is... →
Lamola urges increased investment, trade relations between SA, Nigeria
2nd December 2024 International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola said on Monday that to galvanise economic cooperation and build upon the already... →
Daily Podcast – November 29, 2024
29th November 2024 Making headlines: Home Affairs Minister extends ZEP validity; Ramaphosa praises the performances of South Africa’s Olympic and Paralympic teams;... →
Zuma appoints MKP treasurer general, national spokesperson
29th November 2024 uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) president Jacob Zuma on Friday announced the appointments of Dr Thanti Mthanti as the party’s treasurer-general and... →
Ramaphosa praises the performances of S Africa’s Olympic and Paralympic teams
29th November 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday as the country honours its Olympic and Paralympic champions, it must recognise the ongoing work that needs... →
Home Affairs Minister extends ZEP validity
29th November 2024 Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber on Friday extended the validity of the Zimbabwean Exemption Permits until November 28, 2025, to allow time... →
Solidarity Movement declares BELA Bill settlement with govt
28th November 2024 The Solidarity Movement announced on Thursday that it has reached a settlement with government over the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill... →
ActionSA accuses DA of using Joburg water challenges for point-scoring
28th November 2024 ActionSA has accused the Democratic Alliance of grandstanding when handed over two memoranda of demands to the City of Johannesburg on Wednesday... →
PSA concerned about govt overspending, calls for amendment of Public Audit Act
28th November 2024 The Public Servants Association says it is dismayed that lack of consequence management, inefficiency of oversight committees and limited powers of... →
DA’s G20 proposals to Ramaphosa advocates for ‘principled’ foreign policy
28th November 2024 The Democratic Alliance said on Thursday it wants to see a “principled” foreign policy that adheres to the South African Constitution, and one that... →
ANCWL to take GBVF march to Ramaphosa during 16 Days of Activism
27th November 2024 The African National Congress Women’s League on Wednesday demanded that rape offenders receive no bail and that parole for rape offenders be... →
DA presents legislation to tackle corruption, strengthen cybersecurity
26th November 2024 Democratic Alliance Justice and Constitutional Development spokesperson Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach said on Tuesday while her party expected an... →
UCT’s 11th vice-chancellor wants to drive change in Africa
26th November 2024 The University of Cape Town installed its eleventh vice-chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela, who has vowed to position the institution as a... →
SIU gets green light to investigate State capture ACSA transactions
26th November 2024 The Special Investigating Unit has been authorised to investigate allegations of maladministration and corruption in interest rate swap agreements... →
