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Madlanga Commission | Shongwe claims he was threatened over Khan probe

uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) Party Member of Parliament, Vusi Tulane Shongwe, says he was warned that he was "treading on dangerous territory" days after questioning forensic investigator, Paul O’Sullivan, about why he had investigated former acting National Commissioner, Khomotso Phahlane, instead of suspended Crime Intelligence head, Major-General Feroz Khan. Shongwe told the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday that, in the weeks leading up to the incident, he also received warnings that […]

todayJune 30, 2026 22

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Malema’s support for Zuma-Sambudla fuels EFF speculation

Speculation is mounting that expelled uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) member, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, could find a new political home in the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). The speculation follows a message of support from EFF leader, Julius Malema, who said he knows Zuma-Sambudla is strong and will overcome the challenges following her expulsion from her father's party. Zuma-Sambudla and former MK Party national spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndhlela, were expelled with immediate effect. The […]

todayJune 19, 2026 173

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Calls grow for accountability in textbook tender saga

Pressure is mounting for those implicated in the foundation phase textbook procurement saga to be held accountable. This follows the alleged awarding of a R1.6 million contract to Lighthouse Publishers (Pty) Ltd to produce textbooks. It is alleged that the company has no proven track record in delivering large-scale educational materials, and could have benefitted by more than R280 million from the publishing process. Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has […]

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Lamola launches probe into Russia recruitment, confirms two deaths

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has urged South Africans to exercise extreme caution when considering job offers abroad, following the repatriation of citizens caught up in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Lamola was in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, where he met with families of the men recently repatriated from Russia. The minister confirmed the deaths of two South Africans who were killed on the front lines, clarifying that they were not […]

todayFebruary 26, 2026 26

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MK Party accuses Batohi of arrogance, lodges formal complaints

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has accused National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Advocate Shamila Batohi of arrogance and misconduct, following her abrupt departure from proceedings at the Nkabinde Inquiry without permission. The party's acting parliamentary leader, Des van Rooyen, said Batohi's conduct showed “utter arrogance” unbecoming of someone holding such a senior office, adding that legal consequences should follow. The party has lodged two formal complaints against Batohi with the […]

todayDecember 17, 2025 140

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Zuma-Sambudla resigns from Parliament amid trafficking scandal

The MK Party's Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has resigned as a Member of Parliament. Her resignation comes as she faces public scrutiny over allegations linking her to the trafficking of 17 young South African men who are now stranded in war-torn Ukraine. This follows a criminal case opened at the Sandton Police Station by former President Jacob Zuma’s other daughter, Nkosazana Zuma-Mncube, against Zuma-Sambudla, Siphokazi Xuma and Blessing Khoza. Earlier this month, […]

todayNovember 28, 2025 102

Image credit: Doctor Ngcobo from Independent Newspapers. The picture was taken in January during the MK Party’s rally in KwaXimba, in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Analysts say MK Party’s instability is a symptom of Zuma’s leadership

Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, says the uMkhonto weSizwe Party's (MKP) instability stems from its undemocratic leadership structure, with key figures appointed rather than elected. Mashego argues that this approach leaves the party undemocratic and heavily reliant on former President Jacob Zuma’s personal authority. His comments follow mounting tensions within the party after Deputy President Dr. John Hlophe was suspended for removing Colleen Makhubele as Parliamentary Chief Whip and replacing her […]

todayNovember 6, 2025 243

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MK Party criticises ConCourt over executive accountability

  The MK Party has accused the Constitutional Court of failing to hold the executive accountable. Earlier today, the Constitutional Court dismissed the party's urgent application challenging President Cyril Ramaphosa. Justice Rammaka Steven Mathopo, ruled that the case did not fall within the court’s exclusive jurisdiction. Mathopo says the MK Party failed to adequately explain why they did not pursue the matter against Ramaphosa in the High Court before approaching […]

todayOctober 3, 2025 89

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MK Party vows to fight on despite court setback

  The MK Party’s Gauteng spokesperson, Abel Tau, says although the Pretoria High Court dismissed their challenge on the legality of the Madlanga Commission, the party remains committed to continuing the fight. The official opposition had taken President Cyril Ramaphosa to court, questioning both the legality and independence of the commission. The party argued that Justice Madlanga should not preside over an inquiry that implicates members of the judiciary. However, […]

todaySeptember 18, 2025 87