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Thabi  Shomolekae

Thabi Shomolekae

Thabi Shomolekae is a Creamer Media Senior Writer for Polity.org.za

By Thabi Shomolekae

Electricity powerlines

DA urges ‘anti-competitive’ Eskom to withdraw legal proceedings against Nersa

31st October 2024

The Democratic Alliance on Thursday urged State power utility Eskom to withdraw its “futile and costly” legal dispute and support the transformation of South Africa’s energy sector. Eskom has... 


water leak

Parly committee urges Gauteng municipalities to step up water conservation amid crisis

23rd October 2024

The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation on Wednesday urged Gauteng municipalities to implement demand management strategies to curtail the high water demand in the province. The committee... 


National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi

Shamila Batohi affirms NPA’s independence

15th October 2024

National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi said on Tuesday there has been no interruption of the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA’s) work, affirming that the entity... 


GNU Cabinet

Ramaphosa believes SA heading in the right direction under GNU

14th October 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that widespread support for the seventh administration, made up of 11 political parties, and the continued reform agenda, has contributed to the improvement... 


DA leader John Steenhuisen

DA wants NPA to account to Parliament over Phala Phala

11th October 2024

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen said his party will refer the National Prosecuting Authority to Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development to explain its... 


Democratic Alliance Ministers

DA says it will not agree to implementation of NHI, BELA clauses, as it reflects on 100 days in office

11th October 2024

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen says his party will not, “under any circumstances”, agree to the implementation of the National Health Insurance Scheme and clauses 4 and 5 of the Basic... 


Protests should not come at the cost of economic stability, Busa says as Cosatu strike looms

3rd October 2024

Business Unity South Africa (Busa) expressed concern over the planned October 7 nationwide protest by the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu), saying recurring protests, using... 


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Schreiber unveils Home Affairs’ plans to 'restore integrity' to SA's national security

30th September 2024

In marking 100 days in office for the Government of National Unity, Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber highlighted that over the next five years all the department’s services must become fully... 


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Busa meets with Ramaphosa over NHI, comes away ‘encouraged’

18th September 2024

Business Unity South Africa on Wednesday said it is encouraged by government's “openness” to engage on its concerns around the controversial National Health Insurance Act, following a meeting with... 


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Schreiber envisions ‘Home Affairs from home’ as he pushes digitalisation

17th September 2024

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said securing South Africa’s immigration and civics systems through automation and digital transformation will immediately boost confidence in South Africa’s... 


Pravin Gordhan

Tributes pour in for Pravin Gordhan

13th September 2024

Fellow politicians and others on Friday expressed their deepest condolences on the passing of former Minister of Public Enterprises and South African Revenue Service Commissioner Pravin Gordhan.... 


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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 to China, which he said has strengthened trade... 


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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 Justice Thembi Simelane will be able to move... 


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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 tactical” approach to ensure a robust rule of law, ethical... 


Busa CEO Cas Coovadia

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 Health Insurance Act, structured discussions have... 


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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 inclusive, they will need to work in a spirit of... 


Rand Currency

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 shows that the economy is on a solid path to... 


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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 contained in the KPMG report are implemented, and he has... 


Unemployment

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 statistics and methodology, saying the council viewed... 


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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 realities on the ground, assuring that government... 


Solidarity launches skills bank to boost growth, job creation

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 appointing the people with appropriate skills, publicly... 


Public Affairs Research Institute head of the energy transition programme Tracy Ledger

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 for the country, significantly more electricity is... 


Civil Society Electoral Reform Panel

My Vote Counts launches Civil Society Electoral Reform Panel, hopes to collaborate with govt

16th August 2024

Civil society organisation My Vote Counts on Friday launched the Civil Society Electoral Reform Panel, as a way to demonstrate civil society’s continued commitment to deepening democracy and its... 


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Second Presidential Health Compact postponed as Busa lodges objection with President  

14th August 2024

The Presidency announced the postponement of the signing of the Second Presidential Health Compact to August 22, with Business Unity South Africa (Busa) stating its objection to the Compact. The... 


Rhinos

Minister attributes drop in rhino poaching to dehorning

1st August 2024

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George noted on Thursday a significant drop in rhino poaching during May and June, attributing this to the dehorning of rhino populations... 


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GNU’s current fiscal strategy must be strengthened, CDE advises

25th July 2024

Policy think tank the Center for Development and Enterprise on Thursday urged the Government of National Unity to refrain from making any new unaffordable spending commitments, including unbudgeted... 


South African political commentator Justice Malala

GNU could spark SA's economic revival – Justice Malala

23rd July 2024

Renowned South African political commentator Justice Malala on Tuesday expressed positive sentiments on the possibility of prosperity with the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU),... 


350Africa! calls for urgent renewable-energy investment and policy support

350Africa! calls for urgent renewable-energy investment and policy support

18th July 2024

International environmental movement 350Africa! said on Thursday that for Africa to realise a just transition to renewable energy, significant investment from financial institutions and developed... 


International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola

New Dirco Minister Ronald Lamola punts opportunities in Africa to stimulate economic growth

11th July 2024

In his first stint as International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola stressed the need for government to intensify efforts to help South African companies and State-owned... 


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Possibility of further loadshedding cannot be ruled out – Ramaphosa

8th July 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that while the Government of National Unity is committed to the far-reaching structural electricity reforms it started during the sixth administration, he... 


GNU Cabinet

Bloated Cabinet needs to agree on priorities, agenda for deepened economic reform – CDE

5th July 2024

The Centre for Development and Enterprise said on Friday the centre of government needs to be streamlined with more effective processes feeding into Cabinet to ensure better decision-making.... 


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Outa urges Ramaphosa to dump Ministers Mantashe, Nzimande, Chikunga

21st June 2024

Ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s much anticipated new Cabinet appointments, the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse is urging him not to reappoint Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede... 


SECTION27 candidate Attorney Motheo Brodie

SECTION27 calls for construction of schools more resilient to climate change

19th June 2024

Public interest law centre SECTION27 stressed on Wednesday that climate change is not only an academic issue but a real and significant threat, as it recommended the implementation of remote... 


Parliament must play central role in GNU – business

Parliament must play central role in GNU – business

18th June 2024

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) noted on Tuesday that in addition to ensuring accountability and being effective in the law-making process, Parliament must be careful not to frustrate... 


Institute for Economics and Peace founder Steve Killelea

Rising number of minor conflicts increases likelihood of increased future major conflicts – think tank

13th June 2024

International think tank Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) founder Steve Killelea said on Thursday that because more countries are becoming involved in international conflicts beyond their... 


Threats of legal action after Ramaphosa signs NHI into law

Threats of legal action after Ramaphosa signs NHI into law

16th May 2024

Civil society organisations and political parties are threatening legal action following Wednesday’s controversial signing of the National Health Insurance Bill. President Cyril Ramaphosa, who... 


Coalition govts must be studied, debated for understanding, improvements – SAIIA

Coalition govts must be studied, debated for understanding, improvements – SAIIA

14th May 2024

South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) researcher Isabel Bosman said on Tuesday while coalition governments are unusual or outside the norm, they could be considered a natural... 


Image of Cyril Ramaphosa

Concerns heighten as Ramaphosa readies to sign NHI Bill into law

14th May 2024

Business and political parties have expressed disappointment with President Cyril Ramphosa’s announcement that he will, on Wednesday, sign into law the controversial National Health Insurance Bill.... 


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Ramaphosa pegs sustainable economic recovery on attraction of higher levels of investment

6th May 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday assured that government is working to get rid of red tape that impedes and slows down investment. Ramaphosa wrote in his weekly letter to the nation that it was... 


Image of Kabelo Gwamanda

City of Joburg working on 'innovative measures’ to reduce power outages, promises Mayor Gwamanda

2nd May 2024

City of Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda announced on Thursday that the City intends to add an additional 50 MW of power to its grid by bringing online the Durban Street Substation, in the next... 


Nedlac urges employers to allow workers to vote on May 29

Nedlac urges employers to allow workers to vote on May 29

30th April 2024

The leadership of organised business, labour, community and government at the National Development and Labour Council has urged all employers to support and allow their employees vote in the... 


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