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Hill-Lewis strengthens grip on DA through executive changes: Analyst

Political analyst, Professor Sam Koma, says the executive changes made by Democratic Alliance (DA) leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, amount to an assertion of his political leadership within the party. Hill-Lewis has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa, proposing several changes to the party's representatives in the National Executive. Among the proposed changes, Hill-Lewis has nominated Willie Aucamp to replace John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture. Steenhuisen would, in turn, become Deputy Minister […]

June 17, 2026 66

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Steenhuisen urges vigilance as FMD threat persists

As many South Africans travel for the Easter weekend, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has warned farmers and stakeholders to remain vigilant and prevent any further spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). Steenhuisen cautioned that the increased livestock movement during holiday periods significantly heightens the risk of transmission. "These types of holidays also pose a risk to our biosecurity, especially as we’re in the midst of an important fight against […]

April 2, 2026 246

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DA leadership contest upended as Steenhuisen bows out

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader, John Steenhuisen, has officially bowed out of the party's leadership race, saying he will not seek re-election and will instead focus on his ministerial responsibilities. Speaking at the Riverside Hotel in eThekwini, he reflected on his two terms as federal leader, saying his tenure would be remembered for guiding the DA from the opposition benches into national government. He says his next mission is to build on […]

February 4, 2026 34