27 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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35 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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63 h. 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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63 h. ago DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebels are set to hold direct peace talks on April 9 in Doha, the capital of Qatar. This development marks a significant step toward resolving one of Africa’s most devastating conflicts. The meeting, facilitated by Qatar, is the first direct negotiation between the parties involved in… Read More »DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha The post DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha first appeared on iAfrica.

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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 China, EU agree to restart talks on minimum price on Chinese EVs

Now facing 54% tariffs on exports to the US, the world's No. 2 economy China vowed countermeasures

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3 d. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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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 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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5 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 OPINION | Summits, Imbizos, and Advisory Panels: Ramaphosa just wants to talk

Ramaphosa’s presidency will ultimately be judged not by the number of summits he convened: Sejaphala

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6 d. ago Orania leader defends town’s purpose amid EFF’s racism concerns

Orania Movement leader Jooste Strydom says Orania exists to preserve Afrikaans culture and identity

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7 d. ago ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse

Negotiating teams from the ANC and DA resumed critical talks on the Budget Sunday afternoon, following an impasse on Friday that threatened the stability of the coalition government. A source familiar with the negotiations informed News24 that the ANC had reached out to the DA to restart discussions after talks stalled, aiming to secure an… Read More »ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse The post ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Ramaphosa confident 2025 Budget will pass despite VAT dispute

Ramaphosa confident budget will pass despite VAT hike opposition in Parliament.

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9 d. ago Mbeki says he’s not surprised by Ibrahim Rasool’s dismissal from US

Mbeki says Rasool was not supposed to talk negatively about the host country.

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9 d. ago EFF welcomes ConCourt ruling on AfriForum’s ‘Kill the Boer’ challenge

The EFF say the ruling is a victory for truth and for historical justice.

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1 week ago ANC reaches out to BOSA in bid to secure crucial budget votes

BOSA says ANC requested a meeting on budget ahead of vote in Parliament next week.

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1 week ago Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained

Elon Musk has reignited controversy over South Africa’s struggle song Dubul’ ibhunu, which translates to “Kill the Boer”, accusing the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) of promoting white genocide. The song has a storied background, emerging in 1980s South Africa as a call to resistance against apartheid rule. When sung, it is usually accompanied by toyi-toying,… Read More »Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained The post Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained first appeared on iAfrica.

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