The South African Communist Party will host a conference of left‑wing organisations to discuss collective strategies for addressing poverty, inequality, and social justice ahead of the 2026 local elections. Picture Credit: South Africa Today By Aisha Zardad South Africa – The South African Communist Party (SACP) has announced plans to organise a Conference of the…
President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Union Buildings, where he approved a 3.8% salary increase for ministers, deputy ministers and MPs, sparking national discussion on public sector pay. Picture Credit: polity.org.za By Aisha Zardad South Africa – President Cyril Ramaphosa has approved a 3.8% salary increase for South Africa’s top politicians, including ministers, deputy ministers, and…
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…
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…