On May 29, South Africa will witness a pivotal moment in its democratic history as some 28 million registered voters head to the polls. This election is poised to be one of the most significant since the end of apartheid, with the African National Congress (ANC) facing the possibility of losing its majority for the […]

In a pivotal decision that is set to reshape the political landscape of South Africa, the Constitutional Court has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma is not eligible to run for parliament in the upcoming South African election 2024. This ruling, delivered on Monday, cites Zuma’s 15-month jail sentence for contempt of court in 2021 […]

Former South African President Jacob Zuma on Saturday lamented the high levels of poverty among Black South Africans and promised to create jobs and tackle the scourge of crime as he launched his new political party’s manifesto ahead of the country’s much-anticipated elections. Addressing thousands of supporters at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, Zuma detailed the […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is wasting no time in mounting a legal challenge against the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday. This move comes amidst widespread criticism of the bill from the medical sector, political parties, academics, and industry experts. DA Chief Whip, Siviwe Gwarube, announced their […]

In a significant move aimed at revolutionizing South Africa’s healthcare landscape, President Cyril Ramaphosa is poised to sign the groundbreaking National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law this Wednesday. This announcement comes following the much-anticipated arrival of the bill in the President’s office, with Ramaphosa humorously remarking during the 2024 State of the Nation Address […]

Jabulani Khumalo, founder of the uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party, has called upon the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to take immediate action in removing former president Jacob Zuma from both the party’s face and its parliamentary candidate roster. In a letter dated May 5th, Khumalo urgently requested the IEC to expunge Zuma’s name as […]

In a recent development that has stirred up the political landscape in South Africa, Jabulani Khumalo, the founder of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, has announced his intention to meet with former President Jacob Zuma to discuss the contentious issue of his expulsion from the party. This move comes amidst a series of allegations and […]

Former South African President Thabo Mbeki embarked on a charm offensive in Soweto, rallying support for the ANC ahead of the upcoming general elections. Accompanied by Johannesburg’s ANC leadership and provincial figures, Mbeki was greeted warmly by hundreds of Soweto residents at Jabulani Mall. The atmosphere was electric as chants of Mbeki’s name filled the […]

In a recent legal dispute, the African National Congress (ANC) faced a significant setback in its efforts to retain control over the uMkhonto WeSizwe brand. Here’s an in-depth look at the case, its implications, and the reactions it has generated. The ANC, a prominent political party in South Africa, found itself in a legal battle […]

Kenya is in mourning following a tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of the country’s military chief and nine other distinguished personnel. President William Ruto delivered the heartbreaking news, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of General Francis Omondi Ogolla, the esteemed leader of the Kenyan Defense Force. Alongside General Ogolla, eleven other highly […]