By Buchule Putini Mount Frere – In a bold push into previously uncharted territory, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has made significant inroads in Ward 14, Umzimvubu, recruiting 136 new members in the rural village of Makolonini – a place where the party admits it had never had a footprint before. The membership drive, held over…
By Duncan Mnisi Gayton McKenzie, leader of the Patriotic Alliance and South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, has responded strongly to the controversy surrounding the Open Chats Podcast. In recent social media posts, McKenzie condemned the racist remarks made by the podcast hosts, stressing that such comments are unacceptable and threaten social harmony….
By Buchule Putini President Cyril Ramaphosa has sworn in Professor Firoz Cachalia as Acting Minister of Police, following explosive corruption allegations against incumbent Minister Senzo Mchunu. The appointment, made in terms of Section 91(3)(c) of the Constitution, was officially announced today by the Presidency. Cachalia is no stranger to the security and justice sectors. A…
By: Buchule Putini Pretoria:President Cyril Ramaphosa has formally appointed Judge President Dunstan Mlambo as South Africa’s new Deputy Chief Justice, effective immediately. This appointment aligns with Section 174(3) of the Constitution and follows a comprehensive consultation process. Judge Mlambo, who previously held the position of Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court,…