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Ramaphosa’s illegal immigration plan sparks fierce nationwide debate

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s newly announced plan to tackle illegal immigration has intensified debate across South Africa, with labour unions welcoming the move, while opposition parties and civic groups argue it falls short of addressing growing public frustration over jobs and service delivery. In an address to the nation on Sunday, Ramaphosa acknowledged mounting concerns from communities across the country over illegal immigration and outlined an intervention plan aimed at addressing […]

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President Ramaphosa fires Minister Sisisi Tolashe

  President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe, in the wake of mounting calls for her removal. The President has now appointed Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, as acting minister in the portfolio pending a permanent appointment in due course. Tolashe has been making headlines over her alleged involvement in the exploitation of a state-funded food aid worker, questionable […]

todayMay 14, 2026 144 9

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Ramaphosa’s decision to remain in office met with mixed reactions

President Cyril Ramaphosa's refusal to resign from office has triggered sharp reactions from political parties and civil society, following renewed developments in the Phala Phala matter. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), who challenged Parliament’s decision to halt the Section 89 impeachment process at the Constitutional Court, has accused the President of attempting to delay accountability through legal action. "This conduct exposes a President who does not act on constitutional principle, but […]

todayMay 12, 2026 37

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Calls mounts for Ekurhuleni city manager’s suspension amid fraud case

Calls are mounting for the immediate suspension of Ekurhuleni City Manager, Kagiso Lerutla, following his arrest. Lerutla who was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport, faces charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice. The 40 year old appeared before the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court alongside suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief, Julius Mkhwanazi on Monday. According to police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe, he was initially arrested for speeding […]

todayApril 21, 2026 72 2

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Whistleblower calls for stronger protection as government releases new bill

Whistleblower, Patricia Mashale, says a truly safe South Africa for whistleblowers is one where anyone who retaliates against them is prosecuted and handed the maximum sentence, with no room for leniency. Her remarks follow the unveiling of the Protected Disclosures Bill by Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, on Thursday, legislation aimed at strengthening safeguards for those who come forward. Government says that while the current Protection of Disclosures Act […]

todayApril 9, 2026 57

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Nigerian Embassy distances itself from KuGompo “king” saga

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Pretoria has distanced itself from the controversial crowning of Solomon Ogbonna Eziko as the "Igwe Ndigbo" of KuGompo in the Eastern Cape, a move that has drawn criticism from some community members and traditional leaders. The backlash comes amid calls for urgent intervention, following a picket by anti-immigrant groups and ActionSA outside the embassy’s offices in Arcadia on Tuesday. Under mounting […]

todayMarch 31, 2026 125 2

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Tensions flare in KuGompo over Nigerian king recognition

Residents of KuGompo, formerly known as East London, are up in arms over the installation of Nigerian national Solomon Ogbonna Eziko, who was reportedly crowned King Igwe Na Ndigbo Na East London without formal recognition from South African authorities. Community members have questioned the legitimacy of the title, raising concerns about what they describe as a parallel traditional structure within the city. Tensions flared in KuGompo on Monday as protests […]

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