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Is Nuclear Power a Fix for JETP Funding Cuts?

By Daanyaal Matthews The decision by United States President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, and other climate commitments, has subsequently led to the Just Energy Transition Partnership program (JETP) losing funding the North America state. This loss of funds has led to queries on the JETP’s future, with theories on possible alternative funding sources and what measures could be introduced to be more cost-effective, with some pointing […]

today7 April 2025

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Sonke Gender Justice laments Omotoso acquittal

By Daanyaal Matthews  Timothy Omotoso has been acquitted of 32 charges, ranging from rape to human trafficking, following a ruling by the Eastern Cape Division of the High Court. The decision has sparked outrage from civil activists and the National Prosecuting Authority’s National Director, Shamala Batohi, who stated that they would investigate the case further as the judge overseeing the decision had cited transgressions by the prosecutor. Speaking on VOC […]

today7 April 2025

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Will the Democratic Alliance leave the GNU?

By Daanyaal Matthews The recent passing of the budget vote has heightened tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU), casting uncertainty over the continued participation of the Democratic Alliance (DA). The DA has declined to confirm its future in the coalition, stating that it will convene a Federal Executive meeting to deliberate on the way forward. Responding to the developments, the African National Congress (ANC) said the DA must […]

today4 April 2025

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Parliament Passes Finance Minister’s Budget Amid Coalition Tensions

By Daanyaal Matthews Parliament has approved Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget proposals with 194 votes in favor and 182 against, following weeks of intense negotiations and speculation. ActionSA emerged as the deciding factor for the African National Congress (ANC), much to the frustration of the ANC’s Government of National Unity (GNU) partner, the Democratic Alliance (DA). The rift between the ANC and DA on such a critical matter has fueled […]

today3 April 2025

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ActionSA side with the ANC ahead of budget vote

By Daanyaal Matthews   In a surprising turn of events, ActionSA has aligned with the African National Congress (ANC) ahead of the upcoming budget vote. This follows the ANC losing support from its Government of National Unity (GNU) partner, the Democratic Alliance (DA), and facing condemnation from the uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MK) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF)—the third and fourth largest parties in South Africa, respectively—for attempting to implement […]

today2 April 2025

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DIRCO envoy returns following meeting with US officials

By Daanyaal Matthews  The Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s (DIRCO) envoy to the United States has returned from its mission to clarify the Expropriation Act to senior officials of the U.S. government. The meeting between the delegation and American officials had been long anticipated, following repeated statements by U.S. President Donald Trump, who accused South Africa of violating human rights. These remarks were subsequently followed by executive orders that […]

today2 April 2025

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Minister Simelane embroiled in more corruption allegations

By Daanyaal Matthews  Recent reports allege that Minister of Human Settlements Thembi Simelane overbilled Eskom during her tenure at Vitrovian, prompting the DA—an ANC Government of National Unity (GNU) partner—to pursue criminal charges against her. Simelane, who served as project director at Vitrovian between 2011 and 2012, is accused of inflating invoices to the state-owned enterprise by nearly R700,000.  Speaking on VOC Newsbeat, Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organization Undoing […]

today2 April 2025

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ANC finds itself without significant allies as Budget Vote looms

By Daanyaal Matthews  Parliament is set to deliberate on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget proposals, with the ANC pushing for approval despite facing strong opposition. The proposed budget includes a 0.5% VAT increase this year, with a potential hike next year. However, major parties such as the DA, EFF, and uMkhonto we Sizwe have shown little support, casting uncertainty over the country’s financial future.  Speaking on VOC Newsbeat, Professor Amanda […]

today1 April 2025

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COSATU denounces proposed VAT increases by calling for increases to corporate tax

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has once again criticized the proposed 0.5% VAT increase, along with an additional 0.5% hike potentially taking place next year. The union has reiterated its call for higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations instead.  Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has pushed back against the idea of increasing corporate tax, arguing that such a move would be counterproductive, as it could negatively impact […]

today28 March 2025

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