DA councillor Ndlovu murder: Fifth suspect arrested
A fifth suspect in the DA councillor Ndlovu murder is due in the Howick Magistrate's Court, as two co-accused wait for plea proceedings to be finalised.
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Cape Town police arrest second suspect for attacks on DA MPs in Philippi
Cape Town police have arrested a second teenager linked to the violent attack on three DA MPs in Philippi, where suspects smashed their car windows and threw bricks at them.
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DA files criminal charges against Senzo Mchunu
The Democratic Alliance has filed criminal charges against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, accusing him of lying to Parliament about links to a politically connected businessman.
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DA withdraws from National Dialogue: Is this the end of the GNU?
The DA has pulled out of the National Dialogue, citing corruption and broken promises from the ANC-led government under President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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Watch live: DA issues ultimatum on the fate of the GNU
The Democratic Alliance is expected to announce its decision on whether to remain in the GNU after President Ramaphosa failed to meet their ultimatum to fire corrupt ministers.
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ConCourt decision on SA citizenship explained: Here’s what it means
The Constitutional Court has ruled that South Africans who lost their citizenship after acquiring another nationality without official approval will have their citizenship restored.
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Minister notes legal action regarding Employment Equity Act
The Minister said that the DA's attack on these regulations is based on the claim that the section 15A scheme is unconstitutional.
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John Steenhuisen hopes to mend GNU coalition with ANC
DA leader John Steenhuisen says the party is working to fix relations with the ANC after the VAT hike issue almost fractured the Government of National Unity.
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South Africa’s coalition government is at risk of crumbling: why collapse would carry a heavy cost
It’s too soon to tell whether this is happening, but anecdotal evidence suggests there are some green shoots.
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Paul Mashatile warns of a soon-coming Cabinet reshuffle
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has confirmed a possible Cabinet reshuffle and says the Government of National Unity will continue even if the DA steps away.
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ANC expects DA to exit the GNU: Here’s what happens if that’s the case
The ANC says it is expecting the DA to exit the Government of National Unity after the DA voted against the budget.
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Budget vote 2025: DA vows to challenge VAT hike in court
The Democratic Alliance says it will take the 2025 budget vote to court after Parliament approved a VAT hike without its support.
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Budget 2025: Steenhuisen holds 11th-hour talks with Ramaphosa ahead of GNU decision
DA leader John Steenhuisen met President Ramaphosa as the future of the Government of National Unity hangs in the balance over budget negotiations.
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ANC Cape Town leader Banele Majingo resigns and joins the DA
ANC caucus leader in Cape Town, Banele Majingo, has resigned from the party in a dramatic twist, joining the DA during a council sitting on Thursday.
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DA shoots down claims of an agreement in national budget
The DA has denied reports of an agreement on the national budget, rejecting claims that a deal has been reached just days before Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s speech.b
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DA breaks off GNU stance and challenges Expropriation Act in court
The DA has filed a court challenge against the Expropriation Act, citing constitutional concerns, in a move that could delay its implementation and strain relations within the GNU.
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Democratic Alliance trigger urgent reset in GNU over Expropriation Act
The DA calls for an urgent reset, accusing the ANC of unilateral actions.
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DA vows to challenge Ramaphosa’s ‘partisan’ decision to assent to Expropriation Bill
The party argued that the Bill’s provisions for “nil compensation” in certain circumstances, such as land held for speculation or abandoned properties, risk creating loopholes for abuse and could discourage investment.
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Panyaza Lesufi calls DA ‘slave owners’ in scathing tweet
Lesufi calls the DA "slave owners" in response to their campaign against him.
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Renaldo Gouws booted from Democratic Alliance: Here’s what we know
The DA terminates Renaldo Gouws' membership following a FedEx decision amid controversy over racial slur allegations.
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DA minister caught in crossfire as BELA Bill awaits Ramaphosa’s signature
President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign the controversial BELA Bill into law, sparking political tensions in the GNU.
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DA courts backlash for placing another racist-accused member in top post
Roman Cabanac's appointment has raised eyebrows, especially considering his remarks about black people emigrating to the Western Cape and links to far-right groups.
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DA ministers are lifting the lid on ‘financial rot’ in these departments
DA ministers have made serious allegations regarding financial mismanagement within government departments.
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ANC forms DA-less Gauteng GPU Cabinet: Here’s everything you must know
After weeks of uncertainty and negotiations, the ANC has announced a Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) cabinet in Gauteng without the participation of the DA. ANC announces Gauteng GPU Cabinet Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi revealed the new GPU cabinet on Wednesday, following weeks of delay that drew ire from not only the public but opposition […]
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Helen Zille delivers ultimatum on Gauteng GPU deadlock
Helen Zille issues an ultimatum to the ANC regarding the deadlock over the Gauteng Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) formation
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Renaldo Gouws exposed in new alleged racist rant [video]
Renaldo Gouws, newly appointed DA MP, is facing severe backlash after a video resurfaced showing him using racial slurs.
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Who is Renaldo Gouws? – Five things to know about the DA’s alleged racist MP
Renaldo Gouws, a controversial social commenter turned politician, has sparked outrage with an old video resurfacing. Here’s what you need to know about the new DA MP.
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Fitch Ratings courts backlash with eyebrow-raising ANC coalition analysis
Fitch Ratings faced criticism for suggesting that a coalition between the ANC and the DA would be the best outcome for South Africa.
