Politics

Physical Altercation Disrupts NFP Disciplinary Hearing in Durban

NFP supporters assemble outside the Edward Hotel in Durban following a disciplinary hearing involving senior party members. Picture Credit: IOL By Aisha Zardad Durban – A National Freedom Party (NFP) disciplinary hearing in Durban was disrupted on Wednesday after a physical altercation broke out between senior party officials, an incident that was later captured on…

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Minister Siviwe Gwarube Announces Record 88% Matric Pass Rate as Class of 2025 Sets New National Benchmark

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube announces a record 88% matric pass rate for the Class of 2025, describing the results as “earned, not gifted.” Picture Credit: GCIS By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg — South Africa’s Class of 2025 has achieved a historic milestone, recording the highest matric pass rate since the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations…

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Ramaphosa Appoints Andy Mothibi as New National Director of Public Prosecutions

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions, effective next month, amid a broader leadership reshuffle at the NPA. Picture Credit: Polity.org.za By Aisha Zardad South Africa — President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Jan Lekgoa “Andy” Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP),…

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Diplomatic Tensions Rise as South Africa Pushes Back Against United States Criticism

South Africa has pushed back strongly against US criticism, insisting its foreign policy decisions remain a sovereign matter. Picture Credit: Apostille Legalisation By Aisha Zardad South Africa — Diplomatic tensions between South Africa and the United States have escalated following strong criticism from South African political leaders, who accuse Washington of interfering in the country’s…

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