The formation of a new government in South Africa has hit a rocky start. The African National Congress (ANC) has already deviated from Clause 14 of the Statement of Intent it signed with the Democratic Alliance (DA) on June 14, 2024. This clause mandates that parties “work together in good faith and seek to build consensus on the formation of government.” However, the ANC's actions indicate a departure from this agreement.
Read moreThe Week Ahead - 19 June 2024
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Read moreThe Week Ahead - 19 June 2024
Easily access the latest news in Economy & Business, Energy, Governance & Politics, Environment, Health, and Africa.
Read moreThe Week Ahead - 19 June 2024
Easily access the latest news in Economy & Business, Energy, Governance & Politics, Environment, Health, and Africa.
Read moreThe Week Ahead - 19 June 2024
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Read moreUpdate: Increased risk for demonstrations nationwide to voice dissatisfaction with the GNU agreement involving ANC, DA, IFP, and PA.
The African National Congress (ANC), Democratic Alliance (DA), Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), and Patriotic Alliance (PA) have signed a framework agreement to form a government of national union (GNU).
Read moreThe Day Has Finally Arrived as The National Assembly Convenes Today
The highly anticipated day has finally arrived as the first sitting of the National Assembly takes place today, 14 June 2024 despite the absence of 58 uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party MPs, the assembly remains constitutionally sound with its 400-strong membership, as declared by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC).
Read moreTensions Rise as New Political Developments Unfold
As the country counts down to the National Party sitting this Friday, 14 June 2024, intriguing developments have emerged. The Government of National Unity (GNU) is gaining momentum as parties move towards collaboration aimed at fostering positive changes. However, not all parties are supportive of this coalition, as evidenced by the MK party's unsuccessful attempt to halt the sitting.
Read moreGrowing Anticipation as South Africa’s Parliament Prepares for First Sitting
As the country waits in anticipation for the first sitting of the National Assembly (NA) and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) to take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), there are expectations of demonstrations or attempts to disrupt the sittings by disgruntled political party supporters.
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