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Mpofu questions extent of IEC’s authority in heated court duel

In a high-stakes court duel at the Johannesburg High Court on Monday, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party locked horns with the Independent Electoral Commission (IE... Read more.
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SA is committed to peace-resolution efforts globally – Pandor

International Relations Minister Naledi Pandor has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to peace and conflict-resolution efforts on the continent and acro... Read more.
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Is the anti-corruption crusade genuine or political posturing?

As South Africa’s May 29th elections loom closer, the nation finds itself entrenched in a fervent battle against corruption. Amid promises of cleansing the po... Read more.
Politics

Former speaker Mapisa-Nqakula released on R50 000 bail

The former speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has been granted R50 000 bail by the high court in Pretoria.  Mapisa-Nqakula appeared bef... Read more.
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Mapisa-Nqakula begs for bail, asserts she is not flight risk

Former parliament speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, appeared before the Pretoria magistrate’s court on Thursday, seeking bail amid facing 12 counts of corrupt... Read more.
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Deputy public protector interviews cancelled amid bias claims

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services has decided to cancel interviews for the position of deputy public protector following allegations ... Read more.
Politics

Mashaba unveils ‘Most Wanted’ list, vows to come hard on graft

ActionSA president Herman Mashaba has outlined a series of decisive actions his party will undertake within the first 100 days of assuming office, should they b... Read more.
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Parliament Speaker Mapisa-Nqakula resigns amid graft scandal

Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has resigned, effective immediately, from both her role as Speaker of the National Assembly and her membership in the legislature. The d... Read more.