Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga

Defence in Crisis: EFF Warns Ministers’ Absenteeism Threatens South Africa’s Security

PARLIAMENTARY INTERVENTION: EFF National Chairperson and Chief Whip Nontando Nolutshungu has called for Deputy President Paul Mashatile, as Leader of Government Business, to instruct Defence Minister Angie Motshekga and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to attend parliamentary oversight meetings. Photo: EFF

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has raised the alarm over what it calls a “deliberate disregard” for parliamentary oversight by two key Cabinet ministers, warning that their failure to account threatens South Africa’s already fragile defence capability. In a letter sent to National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza on Monday, the EFF accused Defence and Military… Continue reading Defence in Crisis: EFF Warns Ministers’ Absenteeism Threatens South Africa’s Security

Defence vs Diplomacy: SANDF Chief’s Comments Expose Cracks in South Africa’s Foreign Policy

STORM: South African National Defence Force (SANDF) General Rudzani Maphwanya's controversial remarks during his recent visit to Iran have thrown Parliament into a storm, forcing both the Presidency and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to distance themselves from him. Photo: GCIS

Parliament has been thrown into a storm after South Africa’s top soldier, General Rudzani Maphwanya, made controversial remarks during his recent visit to Iran – comments that have forced both the Presidency and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to distance themselves from him. The incident, which is now the subject of a… Continue reading Defence vs Diplomacy: SANDF Chief’s Comments Expose Cracks in South Africa’s Foreign Policy

South Africa Begins Withdrawing Troops from DR Congo Amid Delays and Logistic Hurdles

Bloemfontein — South Africa has commenced the process of withdrawing its troops from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), following their peacekeeping deployment under the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission. The first group of 249 soldiers is expected back in South Africa shortly, although logistical and technical challenges have caused delays. The withdrawal,… Continue reading South Africa Begins Withdrawing Troops from DR Congo Amid Delays and Logistic Hurdles

Malema Urges Ramaphosa to Withdraw South African Soldiers from the DRC

RECALL THE SANDF: EFF leader Julius Malema says South African soldiers in DRC should come home. Photo: EFF

The leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has become the latest South African politician to call on President Cyril Ramaphosa to withdraw the country’s soldiers from the war-torn eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Malema said that South African soldiers should serve as the first line of defence for the country’s people,… Continue reading Malema Urges Ramaphosa to Withdraw South African Soldiers from the DRC

South Africa’s Remarkable Matric Pass Rate Hailed

Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga believes South Africa has done well in improving basic education outcomes over the past 30 years, especially given the recorded improvements following the COVID-19 pandemic disruptions. The country scored an unprecedented pass rate of 82.9 per cent in the 2023 matric examinations. Motshekga announced the results of the 2023… Continue reading South Africa’s Remarkable Matric Pass Rate Hailed

Limpopo Claims Spot As Most Improved Province In 2023 Matric Results

Congratulations have been pouring in after Limpopo’s outstanding matric pass rate – 79.5%, a 7.4% improvement from 2022 – which earned the province the title of the most improved in the country. On Friday, the province announced its matric results in Polokwane at a ceremony attended by dignitaries, including Zion Christian Church (Z.C.C) leader, His… Continue reading Limpopo Claims Spot As Most Improved Province In 2023 Matric Results

Limpopo Education Department Among Worst Violators Of Learners’ Rights – Report

Limpopo Education MEC Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya and her officials inspect a school building project. The provincial Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) heard that some officials signed off tenders at their own discretion, disbursing monies that were not approved by the head of the department (HOD) and the chief financial officer (CFO).

The Limpopo Department of Education is among the worst violators of children’s rights, with pit latrines and broken toilets still in use. According to Amnesty International South Africa campaigner Sibusiso Khasa, the entire country depicts a bleak picture for children enrolled at public schools, with Limpopo among the highest violators of children’s rights. Khasa expressed… Continue reading Limpopo Education Department Among Worst Violators Of Learners’ Rights – Report