Thabi Shomolekae
Thabi Shomolekae is a Creamer Media Senior Writer for Polity.org.za
Ramaphosa says China’s tech capabilities can support Africa’s industrialisation
9th September 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that relations between South Africa and China has entered “a new era of opportunity”, following his visit... →
Wits’ Themba Maseko doubts embattled Justice Minister will ensure whistleblower protection
6th September 2024 University of the Witwatersrand School of Governance head and whistleblower Themba Maseko said he is not confident that newly appointed Minister of... →
Kgalema Motlanthe says addressing corruption requires a multifaceted approach
6th September 2024 Former President Kgalema Motlanthe pointed out on Friday that mapping out a future that is free from corruption requires a “deliberate and... →
Tokyo Sexwale questions Zondo’s swearing in of State capture suspects
5th September 2024 Freedom fighter, human rights activist and Robben Island political prisoner Tokyo Sexwale on Thursday pointed out that it was a contradiction for... →
Whistleblowing support systems must be implemented to drive improved culture, summit hears
5th September 2024 To see improvements in whistleblowing, global law firm Eversheds Sutherland SA partner Kyle Lamb highlighted that structures and support systems... →
Busa calls out govt for failing to hold ‘structured’ NHI discussions
5th September 2024 Industry body Business Unity South Africa on Thursday expressed disappointment that despite commitments by the government to engage on the National... →
DA contests John Hlophe's designation to JSC
5th September 2024 The Democratic Alliance is challenging impeached judge John Hlophe's designation to the Judicial Service Commission, in the Western Cape High... →
African countries, China driven by desire to achieve shared prosperity – Ramaphosa
5th September 2024 President Cyril Rampahosa said on Thursday if African countries and China are to build a future that is people-centred, development-orientated and... →
Govt says economic growth is a clear indication that SA is on a solid path to recovery
4th September 2024 Public information entity Government Communication and Information System said on Wednesday South Africa’s economic growth in the second quarter... →
Solly Malatsi refers KPMG’s Postbank report to the Hawks
4th September 2024 The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has instructed the Postbank board to ensure that the recommendations... →
SACP welcomes UWC’s honorary doctorate for Chris Hani
4th September 2024 The South African Communist Party has welcomed the University of the Western Cape’s decision to confer an honorary doctorate posthumously to former... →
Solidarity criticises Motsoaledi’s use of race to gain support for NHI
3rd September 2024 Trade Union Solidarity on Tuesday condemned what it termed “dangerous statements” made by Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi, saying he uses race to... →
CDE wants ‘quality’ appointments to JSC
3rd September 2024 Policy think tank the Centre for Development and Enterprise said on Tuesday that the Government of National Unity needs to act speedily to preserve... →
Global children’s charity urges S African govt to prioritise early childhood education
3rd September 2024 Global children’s charity Theirworld called on the South African government to prioritise early childhood education through new funding to support... →
Police Minister Mchunu teams up with W Cape govt to fight crime
30th August 2024 Police Minister Senzo Mchunu said on Friday the signing of the Cooperation Agreement to Combat Crime is a testament to the shared commitment... →
Murder decreases nationally but Minister notes increase in four provinces
30th August 2024 Police Minister Senzo Mchunu revealed on Friday that four of South Africa’s nine provinces recorded increases in murder cases, with the highest... →
SA Statistics Council says it welcomes criticism of 2022 census data
30th August 2024 South African Statistics Council chairperson Dr Nompumelelo Mbele on Friday welcomed any constructive criticism of the 2022 Population Census... →
ActionSA ‘appreciates’ withdrawal of motion against Tshwane mayor as it reviews coalition agreement
30th August 2024 ActionSA noted the withdrawal of the African National Congress’s urgent Motion of No Confidence against City of Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink,... →
Colleen Makhubele resigns from Sara, joins MK Party
29th August 2024 South African Rainbow Alliance (Sara) founder and former Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Colleen Makhubele has joined the... →
Daily Podcast – August 29, 2024
29th August 2024 Making headlines: MK Party appoints Mzwanele Manyi as chief whip in Parly; DA celebrates by-election victories; And, Nigeria receives 10 000 doses... →
MK Party appoints Mzwanele Manyi as chief whip in Parly
29th August 2024 The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has appointed former Economic Freedom Fighters MP Mzwanele Manyi as its Chief Whip in Parliament with immediate effect.... →
DA celebrates by-election victories
29th August 2024 The Democratic Alliance announced on Thursday seven wins in by-elections held across the country, attributing the victories to “a powerful vote of... →
Success of govt, business partnership depends on active engagement – Ramaphosa
28th August 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday that clear communication is crucial for building trust and ensuring that policies are informed by the... →
Ramaphosa wants detailed report from Justice Minister amid VBS allegations
28th August 2024 Following backlash from civil society organisations and political parties calling for Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Thembi... →
Salga urges govt to strengthen metros following dismal audit outcomes
28th August 2024 The South African Local Government Association wants national and provincial governments to use legislation, and other measures, to support and... →
Communications committee calls for public funding for SABC to avert ‘existential crisis’
28th August 2024 Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies chairperson Khusela Sangoni Diko said that the South African Broadcasting... →
DA says clean municipal audits prove transparency, accountability
27th August 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) is celebrating what it calls a resounding endorsement of its record of service delivery excellence, by the Auditor... →
EFF calls for Thembi Simelane’s immediate resignation amid VBS allegations
27th August 2024 The Economic Freedom Fighters wants Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Thembi Simelane to immediately resign following her alleged... →
SA: Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane: Address by chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, on the occasion of the NCOP Three-Sphere planning session, Parliament (27/08/2024)
27th August 2024 At the outset, we must underline our deliberate act to reposition the NCOP and its unique and distinct Constitutional mandate, in the sector across... →
Solidarity launches skills bank to boost growth, job creation
27th August 2024 Trade Union Solidarity on Tuesday pointed out that a precondition for growth and job creation in South Africa is excellent infrastructure and... →
Civil society wants Thembi Simelane to account for VBS allegations
27th August 2024 Civil society organisations Freedom Under Law, the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Judges Matter and Defend Our Democracy on Tuesday called on Minister... →
Daily Podcast – August 26 2024
26th August 2024 Making headlines: Parties want investigation into Thembi Simelane VBS allegations; Ramaphosa assigns responsibilities for several SOEs to their... →
ActionSA, DA want investigation into Thembi Simelane VBS allegations
26th August 2024 ActionSA has approached the Public Protector to urgently investigate allegations made against Justice Minister Thembi Simelane, relating to the... →
Parly considering draft legislation that prevents undue political interference – Ramaphosa
26th August 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that Parliament is currently considering draft legislation that will help prevent “undue” political... →
Mixed reactions to signing of second Health Compact
23rd August 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) averred on Friday that the signing of the Health Compact is nothing more than a “blatant attempt to coerce and feign... →
End of loadshedding positive, but more electricity needed for economy to thrive – PARI
23rd August 2024 Public Affairs Research Institute’s (PARI’s) energy transition programme head Tracy Ledger noted that while the end of loadshedding is good news... →
Floyd Shivambu announced as MK Party’s national organiser
22nd August 2024 The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has announced changes to its executive, with the much-anticipated appointment of former Economic Freedom Fighters deputy... →
Busa wants urgent engagement with govt on NHI
22nd August 2024 Business Unity South Africa on Thursday maintained that "structured, formal and urgent engagement" with government is needed on the Health Compact... →
AfriForum wants Motshekga to address ‘security failures’ at SANDF bases
22nd August 2024 Non-governmental organisation AfriForum has urged Defence Minister Angie Motshekga to immediately address critical vulnerabilities that it says are... →
DA, FF Plus commit to stabilising W Cape coalitions
22nd August 2024 The Democratic Alliance and Freedom Front Plus national party leaders John Steenhuisen and Dr Pieter Groenewald have released a statement,... →
ActionSA’s Nobuhle Mthembu is CoJ Speaker
21st August 2024 ActionSA’s Nobuhle Mthembu is the new Speaker of the Johannesburg Council, with a promise to residents that she will instil accountability and... →
