Lusaka – President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term as President of the Republic of Zambia. The inauguration ceremony held at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, brought together thousands of Zambians and several regional and international dignitaries. President Hichilema took the oath of office alongside Vice-President Mutale Nalumango, following his re-election in the 13 August 2026 general elections. The Electoral Commission of Zambia declared President Hichilema the winner with 60 percent of the valid…

Democratic Alliance (DA) Ekurhuleni councillor Kabelo Relitilwe Mahonko and three co-accused will remain in custody after appearing in the Benoni Magistrates’ Court on serious charges stemming from the alleged kidnapping and assault of two men, one of whom later died. Mahonko, 40, appeared alongside Sibusiso Masondo, 43, Muzi Des Godie, 33, and Lethabo Nhlanhla Makgabo, 19, on Thursday on charges including murder, attempted murder and kidnapping. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirmed that the four accused are facing the murder…

For generations, women were told that politics was not their place. Leadership was treated as a masculine calling, while women were expected to support from the margins, mobilising communities, campaigning for others and carrying the invisible work of political organisations without necessarily being trusted with power.  Today, more women are contesting elections, serving in councils and legislatures, leading political parties and occupying executive office. These gains matter. Every woman who enters a space from which women were historically excluded weakens…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended government’s approach to migration, water shortages, municipal failures and illegal mining, telling the National Assembly that South Africa is taking steps to address some of the country’s most pressing challenges. Responding to questions from MPs on Tuesday, Ramaphosa said government had firmly rejected xenophobia, Afrophobia, vigilantism and discrimination against migrants, while arguing that migration challenges should be addressed through the rule of law and stronger state institutions. The issue of anti migrant protests was raised…

The United Democratic Movement has welcomed Prince Mlimandlela Ndamase as a new member and volunteer as the party moves to strengthen its structures ahead of the November local government elections. UDM president and Deputy Minister Bantu Holomisa announced Ndamase’s arrival on Tuesday, describing the political activist and strategic communications specialist as an addition who would bring experience in government, local government, rural development and communications. The announcement comes as political parties intensify preparations for the 4 November 2026 municipal elections,…

A new civic survey has exposed a significant accountability gap between communities and local government in the North West, with 38% of residents saying they have never engaged with their ward councillor since the 2021 Local Government Elections. The findings, released by Civic Root Advocacy (CRA) on Monday, have raised concerns about the accessibility of elected representatives, public participation in municipal affairs and access to basic services across communities in the province. The Citizen Well-being Survey was conducted as part…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a major expansion and rebalancing of trade with Zimbabwe, saying the two neighbouring countries must turn their historic relationship into jobs, investment and tangible economic opportunities. Ramaphosa was speaking on Friday at the opening of the fourth session of the South Africa-Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission in Pretoria, where he hosted Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The meeting comes as the two countries seek to deepen economic cooperation while addressing long-standing challenges around trade, infrastructure, energy, migration…

What is the difference between the ANC, which, in the words of its Secretary General Fikile Mbalula, is not a black organisation, being in bed with the DA, and March & March doing the same with Afriforum? Being already in bed with the DA, what difference does the ANC mayoral candidate suggest they will make to the DA mayoral candidate for the November 04, 2026 local government elections? Coming to the March & March meeting with Afriforum, what black person of sound…

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng has called for the immediate suspension of Democratic Alliance (DA) Ekurhuleni proportional representation councillor Kabelo Mahonko following his arrest on allegations of kidnapping and murder. Mahonko appeared before the Benoni Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 19 August, after being arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping and assault of two men, one of whom later died from his injuries. The allegations have prompted the EFF to question the DA’s response to the arrest, arguing…

ActionSA has approached the North Gauteng High Court in an attempt to force the South African Police Service to disclose records relating to disciplinary proceedings that cleared two Presidential Protection Service members implicated in the fallout from the Phala Phala farm robbery. The opposition party says the disciplinary process involving Major General Wally Rhoode and Constable Rekhoto was inadequate and amounted to an attempt to shield officials who allegedly played a role in the handling and investigation of the robbery…