47 m. ago The Joshlin Smith kidnapping accused’s trial within a trial to resume

The accused contend that their statements were given under duress and they were tortured by police.

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18 h. ago Accused claim confessions in Joshlin case were obtained under duress

Two accused in the Joshlin Smith case say their confessions were coerced.

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21 h. ago ATM leader accuses NPA of pursuing politically motivated cases

ATM says NPA used for politically motivated cases rather than those of ordinary citizens

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34 h. ago Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has reiterated his party’s dedication to South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), despite recent tensions with the African National Congress (ANC) over the 2025 budget. The DA opposed the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, leading to a strain in relations between the coalition partners. ANC Parliament… Read More »Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes The post Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes first appeared on iAfrica.

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38 h. ago Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU

African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of using the controversial 0.5% value-added tax (VAT) increase as a tool for political grandstanding. The VAT proposal has become a major sticking point between the two parties, after the DA refused to support the adoption of the fiscal framework in Parliament… Read More »Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU The post Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU first appeared on iAfrica.

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38 h. ago ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA

The African National Congress (ANC) has postponed its special National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, as pressure mounts from big business to preserve the fragile Government of National Unity (GNU) – including its partnership with the Democratic Alliance (DA). Reports state that the meeting, originally scheduled for Monday to map out a way forward after the… Read More »ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA The post ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA first appeared on iAfrica.

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42 h. ago DA’s budget vote shows it’s ‘no decisive force’ in GNU: Mashilo

Mashilo reiterates the SACP's opposition to the proposed VAT increase.

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58 h. ago PP clears Ramaphosa in RDP house handover during ANC campaign

The Public Protector investigated a complaint against President Ramaphosa.

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59 h. ago MK Party views ANC as an opponent, not the enemy as yet: Shivambu

In the recent by-elections, the MK Party won Ward 28 in the KwaDukuza.

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60 h. ago Economists warn GNU uncertainty could threaten economic outlook

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says the ball is in the DA's court.

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61 h. ago Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads

Africa’s future is being shaped at the intersection of opportunity, innovation, and leadership. At the Global AI Summit in Kigali, the session “Leading in the Age of AI” brought together some of the continent’s most influential voices to chart a bold course through one of the most transformative technologies of our time. A Transformational Moment… Read More »Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads The post Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the South African government’s 2025 budget, challenging the constitutionality of its approval process and seeking to block a proposed value-added tax (VAT) hike. The DA, the second-largest party in the fragile ruling coalition, opposed the fiscal framework passed by Parliament, calling the process procedurally flawed. The… Read More »South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty The post South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago “Accused number two Steveno Van Rhyn gave confession willingly”

Colonel Edward Clark was tasked with taking the confession from Van Rhyn.

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3 d. ago Officer in insurance murder case wants bail denied to accused

Mabunda says Florah Shokane has been interfering with witnesses since her arrest

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3 d. ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago How can you implement a budget that you don’t believe in: DA’s Aucamp

DA FedEx will be holding meetings over the next two-days to discuss the party's GNU future

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3 d. ago DA Cabinet seats at risk after backlash in budget vote, analyst warns

Political analyst says seats allocated to the DA in cabinet may be reduced significantly.

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3 d. ago Tensions remain high in South Sudan following Machar’s house arrest

Riek Machar is accused of being behind clashes between government forces and the White Army

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3 d. ago Godongwana questions GNU member’s decision to vote against budget

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he's concerned about GNU partners that are against the budget

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4 d. ago Omotoso acquittal a complete humiliation for NPA: Gender activist

Omotoso and his co-accused faced 32 charges including rape, human trafficking and racketeering.

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