8 h. ago DA would have to support the budget to stay in GNU: Mashatile

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the DA must vote for the budget, they must come to support it.

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30 h. ago I’m a minister until I’m told I’m no longer needed: MacPherson

Public Works Minister, Dean MacPherson says the DA has a role to play in the GNU.

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47 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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50 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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50 h. ago UN calls for Myanmar support as quake death toll reaches 3 354

Myanmar's neighbours, such as China, India and Southeast Asian nations dispatched relief supplies.

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51 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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55 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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3 d. 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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3 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 Mashatile urges investment in skills, education for economic growth

The Deputy President says education and skills are key in growing the economy and creating jobs.

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4 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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4 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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4 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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4 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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5 d. ago Scores protest outside court as judgment is delivered in Omotoso case

Members of Omoto's Jesus Dominion International Church have also turned up to support him.

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5 d. ago EFF request withdrawal of budget report ahead of parliamentary debate

The Standing Committee on Finance adopted its report on the budget, tabled to the NA last month.

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6 d. ago Masemola tasks head of family violence to oversee Matatiele rape case

There has been a countrywide outpouring of support for the seven-year-old.

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6 d. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Maimane urges public to partake in hearings about Revenue Bill

Members of the public are urged to give input regarding the proposed national budget.

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6 d. ago “Those who want foreign policy changes must follow proper channels”

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola says the GNU agreement is clear on this issue.

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