Ramaphosa on EFF national shutdown: ‘Anarchy and disorder will not be allowed’
President Ramaphosa emphasised that although the right to protest is guaranteed in the Constitution, it does not allow for the rights of others to be infringed.
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EFF national shutdown: SANTACO reveals taxi plans for Monday, 20 March 2023
SANTACO will not join the EFF national shutdown. Here’s what you need to know.
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EFF national shutdown: Malema to hold talks with taxi industry
Malema confirmed he will hold talks with SANTACO, sparking fears of the taxi industry’s involvement in the national shutdown.
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EF ultimatum to businesses: ‘Close shop or get looted on national shutdown’
The EFF has warned businesses to remain closed on Monday, 20 March 2023, ‘to avoid the looting.’
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Here’s why Ramaphosa was cleared from ‘Phala Phala’ scandal
Ramaphosa was vindicated by the public protector but more questions remain in the ‘Phala Phala’ saga.
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Treasury reacts to S&P’s action to downgrade SA’s credit rating outlook
According to S&P, economic growth in South Africa is facing increasing pressure from infrastructure constraints, particularly loadshedding.
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Ramaphosa Q&A: Work underway to implement Economic Recovery Plan
President Ramaphosa was responding to questions by Members of Parliament on Thursday in Cape Town.
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Four deaths linked to Nehawu hospital strike action, Phaahla says
Preliminary figures show that four people are believed to have lost their lives ‘in a manner that could be directly attributed to the Nehawu strike’.
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Watch: President Ramaphosa caught checking out Minister Chikunga [video]
Ramaphosa was caught 4K stealing a gaze at Sindisiwe Chikunga as she walked up the podium to be sworn in as a new minister.
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Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa: Five things to know about the Minister of Electricity
Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will rely on his Civil Engineering background to steer South Africa away from 15+ years of loadshedding.
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Thuli Madonsela blasted for ‘faking’ advocate credentials [video]
Thuli Madonsela made accused Dali Mpofu of using bullying tactics when she was asked if she’s registered with the LPC as an advocate.
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Paul ‘Tate’ Makgoe dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Paul ‘Tate’ Makgoe was killed, along with his bodyguard, in a tragic car crash. Read more about his cause of death right here.
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SA govt agrees to take on Eskom’s R254bn debt
It’s said the debt relief will allow Eskom to procure more generation capacity.
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2023 Wits shutdown: Students and riot police face off in violent clashes [video]
The Wits shutdown reared its ugly head on Friday, as rioting students clashed with public order police at Braamfontein campus.
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2023 Wits shutdown: Debt-owing students demand
Wits University has threatened prosecution against students caught participating in the shutdown.
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Watch: Prof Phakeng goes off on JJ Tabane – ‘You’re a joke!’ [video]
Professor Phakeng delayed a scheduled ad break to blast JJ Tabane as a ‘buffoon journalist’ with no credibility.
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Sikhonathi Mantshantsha: Eskom ‘spin doctor’ follows De Ruyter to the door
Eskom said Mantshantsha will be leaving at the end of February after serving during a ‘difficult period’.
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Calib Cassim named interim Eskom CEO: Here’s what we know about him
Calib Cassim was appointed as Eskom’s interim Group CEO, following the dramatic exit of Andre De Ruyter earlier this week.
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Four countries that have a minister of electricity
Here is a look at the roles of the ministers of electricity from these four countries.
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What in the world is a Minister of Electricity? – Here’s everything you need to know
President Ramaphosa pulled a serious trump card with the announcement of a Minister of Electricity. But, what in the world is that? – Here’s what we know.
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SONA 2023: How to watch live in South Africa
Here’s a guide on how to watch SONA 2023 live in South Africa.
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Here’s why Conservative Party MPs want TikTok banned in the UK
TikTok ‘is the ultimate data source for anyone with hostile efforts,’ says the chair of the UK’s foreign affairs committee, Alicia Kearns, a Conservative MP amid concerns about China.
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EFF national shutdown: Here’s what to expect on 20 March 2023
The EFF will embark on a national shutdown on the eve of the 63rd anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre.
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Who is Thapelo Amad? – Here’s what we know about Joburg’s new mayor
Thapelo Amad becomes the first ever leader from a Muslim political party to serve as the mayor of Johannesburg.
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Mpho Phalatse loses Joburg mayor job twice in four months
Mpho Phalatse fell victim to the dirty game of coalition politics but the PA’s Gayton McKenzie insists her undoing was orchestrated by her own party.
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Watch: DA electricity march raided by ANC youth defenders [video]
Public order police in Johannesburg and Cape Town contained what could have been violent clashes between the DA and sjambok-wielding ANC.
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DA march to Luthuli House: Road closures on Wednesday, 25 January 2023
The DA’s march to Luthuli House is expected to affect traffic on these roads.
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SANDF break silence on viral ‘fiery’ video
According to an SANDF statement, the gruesome video – which has been circulating on social media – was allegedly shot in Mozambique.
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Meta say they will remove content supporting the attempted coup of Bolsonaro supporters
Meta says they will remove content supporting the attempted coup of ex Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro supporters, who attacked government buildings in the capital of Brasilia.
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Brazil riots: South Africa condemns Congress attack
South Africa has issued a statement strongly condemning the events that took place in Brazil on Sunday.