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National Assembly agrees to establish an ad hoc committee to probe Mkhwanazi’s allegations

Aneeqa Du Plessis 24 July 2025

The National Assembly has approved the joint report from the Portfolio Committees on Police, Justice, and Constitutional Development. The report recommends the establishment of an ad hoc committee to investigate allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The committee is expected to complete its investigation within 90 days. Ian

Labour Amendments Spark Outrage

Aneeqa Du Plessis 23 July 2025

By Rachel Mohamed Nearly 100 protesters gathered outside the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) offices in Johannesburg, demanding the repeal of recent labour law amendments, which they claim serve the interests of employers at the expense of workers. Speaking to VOC News, Patrick Mlaba, a representative of the

Junior Boks Return Home as U20 World Champions

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 23 July 2025

Several members of the Junior Springboks returned home on Monday after their historic triumph at the World Rugby U20 Championship in Italy. The South African squad went unbeaten throughout the tournament and claimed a 23-15 victory over New Zealand in the final, securing their first under-20 title in 13 years.

MK Party Tables No Confidence Motion Against Ramaphosa

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 23 July 2025

The MK Party has formally submitted a motion of no confidence in President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Speaker of Parliament. The move is in line with Section 102(2) of the Constitution and Rule 129 of the National Assembly. The party argues that South Africa has significantly declined under Ramaphosa’s leadership,

Analyst criticizes Government for lackadaisical response to PEPFAR cuts

Daanyaal Matthews 23 July 2025

The suspension of the United States PEPFAR funding to South Africa has raised concern about the impact it has had on local HIV programs. The US Senate has voted against a proposed $400 million (R7 billion) cut to the program. However, questions remain about whether PEPFAR will return to the

South Africa set to lose billions as US tariffs loom

Daanyaal Matthews 23 July 2025

The United States’ 30% tariff on South African goods is set to take effect next month, sparking widespread concern about its potential impact on the country’s economy. Of particular concern is the agricultural sector, which experts say will be among the hardest hit. Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition Parks

Africa4Palestine is outraged over psychiatric evaluators at the Durban Magistrate’s Court, who concluded that Mr. Grayson Beare is unfit to stand trial

Kouthar Sambo 23 July 2025

The human rights organization Africa4Palestine has expressed dismay following a recent presentation by psychiatric evaluators at the Durban Magistrate’s Court, which concluded that Mr. Grayson Beare is unfit to stand trial. In June 2024, Beare entered the home of the Hoosen-Preston family in Durban, armed with a knife. He fatally

Inflation Edges Up to 3% in June as Food Prices Surge

Ragheema Mclean 23 July 2025

Consumer inflation in South Africa rose slightly to 3% in June, up from 2.8% in both April and May, according to the latest data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The uptick is largely driven by rising food costs, particularly in the meat and fresh produce sectors. Food and

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