The University of South Africa (Unisa) is holding a two-day strategic Lekgotla aimed at reflecting on the institution’s progress towards its strategic goals and charting a path forward for the current academic year and beyond. This year’s Lekgotla, held in Benoni on the East Rand, will prioritize enrollment management, a key area for Unisa, said… Continue reading Unisa Holds Strategic Lekgotla to Chart Future Course
Author: TSHWARELO ESENG MOGAKANE
Matodzi Fingers Ex-Treasury DG In ‘R1m VBS Bribe’
The alleged rot in the numerous failed attempts to keep Limpopo’s notorious banking cartel afloat through the VBS mutual bank has led to the door of South Africa’s National Treasury. Following his 495-year imprisonment sentence (to be served concurrently for 15 years) for a wide-ranging series of charges, including fraud and money laundering, former VBS… Continue reading Matodzi Fingers Ex-Treasury DG In ‘R1m VBS Bribe’
Ramaphosa Finally Unveils His Coalition Cabinet, Gives DA Six Ministries
After a two-week delay marred by frosty talks between his governing ANC and opposition parties, President Cyril Ramaphosa finally unveiled his grand coalition cabinet, allocating several cabinet posts to the Democratic Alliance (DA) and eight other opposition parties. In a televised address to the nation, Ramaphosa appointed six DA ministers, including party leader John Steenhuisen,… Continue reading Ramaphosa Finally Unveils His Coalition Cabinet, Gives DA Six Ministries
Limpopo Cabinet: Cosatu Cries Foul As Ramathuba Wields An Axe
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in Limpopo has accused newly-appointed Premier Phophi Ramathuba of sidelining leaders of the ANC-led tripartite Alliance during the composition of her provincial cabinet. On Tuesday, Ramathuba unveiled her new executive, wielding an axe on more than half of the previous MECs and demoting others including prominent ANC… Continue reading Limpopo Cabinet: Cosatu Cries Foul As Ramathuba Wields An Axe
‘The People Have Spoken’, Says Newly Inaugurated Ramaphosa
African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has been inaugurated as head of the Republic of South Africa, which enables him to officially kick-off his second term at the helm of the nation. Ramaphosa took his oath of office at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Gauteng, witnessed by South Africans from all walks of life,… Continue reading ‘The People Have Spoken’, Says Newly Inaugurated Ramaphosa
Mandla Ndlovu Elected Mpumalanga Premier
Mpumalanga ANC chairperson Mandla Ndlovu has been elected premier, marking a new era for the province after the 2024 general elections. He replaces embattled former Mpumalanga Premier Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane, who was forced to relinquish the top job after ANC top brass confirmed Ndlovu’s candidacy in a statement released on Thursday, June 13. The Mpumalanga Legislature… Continue reading Mandla Ndlovu Elected Mpumalanga Premier
‘We’ve Heard Our People’, Says Ramaphosa During The ANC Siyanqoba Rally
African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the governing party has listened to ordinary South Africans’ issues and will deliver on the mandate after securing a decisive vote on Wednesday. Ramaphosa spoke over the weekend at the ANC’s Siyanqoba rally at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This was the ANC leader’s final… Continue reading ‘We’ve Heard Our People’, Says Ramaphosa During The ANC Siyanqoba Rally
Malema Tones Down On Immigration Policy, Vows To Take Over From Ramaphosa
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema took a public oath days before the May 29 general elections, declaring his allegiance to the South African Constitution, promising to eradicate poverty and toning down on his immigration policy to allay the fears of concerned voters. Malema’s oath was taken at the party’s final pre-election rally, known… Continue reading Malema Tones Down On Immigration Policy, Vows To Take Over From Ramaphosa
We’re Narrowing The Gap Between ANC and Traditional Leaders, Says Limpopo ANCYL Leader
LIMPOPO ANC Youth League (ANCYL) chairperson Tonny Rachuene, who has won praise from traditional leaders for championing their cause, has vowed to “narrow the gap” between the governing party and traditional leaders and restore the latter’s dignity. Rachuene has won the hearts and minds of many, including Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa)… Continue reading We’re Narrowing The Gap Between ANC and Traditional Leaders, Says Limpopo ANCYL Leader
Zuma Cleared To Contest 2024 Elections
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been cleared to run as a candidate and appear on the ballot for his party, uMkhonto We Sizwe (MKP), in the upcoming general elections. The Electoral Court in Johannesburg has upheld his appeal and set aside the Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa’s (IEC) decision to disqualify his… Continue reading Zuma Cleared To Contest 2024 Elections