Natalie Nyathi As of August 1, 2025, South Africa has officially rolled out new immigration entry and exit stamps at all ports of entry throughout the country. This initiative, spearheaded by the Border Management Authority in collaboration with the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, marks a significant advancement…
Natalie Nyathi A significant shift in the relationship between the United States and South Africa is unfolding as the US House Committee on Foreign Affairs recently passed the US-South Africa Bilateral Relations Review Act of 2025. This bill, introduced by Republican Representative Ronny Jackson, signals a potential reassessment of the bilateral relationship and could lead…
Natalie Nyathi In a step to address concerns about the integrity of South Africa’s criminal justice system, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a Judicial Commission of Inquiry. This commission will investigate allegations of interference and corruption within law enforcement and the judiciary. This decision follows serious claims made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who…
Natalie Nyathi The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has filed a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa after he failed to respond to their ultimatum. The party had demanded his resignation or a retraction of comments he made about Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, with a deadline set for July 18, 2025. Ramaphosa did not…
Natalie Nyathi President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Nobuhle Nkabane from her position as Minister of Higher Education and Training, appointing Buti Manamela, formerly the deputy minister, to take her place. This decision comes amid a growing scandal surrounding the appointments of individuals to the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETA) boards, with allegations of political…
Natalie Nyathi President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended Andrew Chauke, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for South Gauteng, effective July 21, 2025. This decision comes as Chauke faces an inquiry into whether he is fit for the job, part of ongoing efforts to rebuild public trust in the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). The suspension was…
Natalie Nyathi Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has set a deadline for responses to the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party’s application in the Constitutional Court about Police Minister Senzo Mchunu being placed on special leave. This legal challenge comes amid serious corruption allegations against Mchunu, raising important questions about accountability in South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa put…
Ramaphosa Faces Ultimatum Natalie Nyathi President Cyril Ramaphosa is under increasing pressure after the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) demanded his resignation by the end of today. If he doesn’t step down, they plan to take urgent action in the Constitutional Court. This situation arises from claims that Ramaphosa has violated the constitution with recent decisions…
Natalie Nyathi South Africa’s Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has vehemently declared his innocence and readiness to face a judicial commission of inquiry. The move comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa placed Mchunu on special leave following accusations of corruption and interference in sensitive police investigations. The allegations, brought forth by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi,…
Natalie Nyathi In Durban, South Africa, G20 finance chiefs met under the shadow of global economic uncertainty, issuing a stark warning that abandoning the rules-based global order could derail the 2030 development goals. These goals, adopted by all United Nations member states in 2015, aim to eradicate extreme poverty, end hunger, and combat climate change,…
