Mashudu Sadike

Senior Journalist

Presidency dismisses Solidarity's latest 'race campaign' as insignificant, mindless

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Solidarity, a South African trade union, launches a campaign against the ANC's 'racial policies' during the G20 Summit.

ANC's handling of Mchunu saga tests 'step-aside' policy

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The ANC faces renewed scrutiny over its 'step-aside' rule following Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's refusal to step aside amid serious allegations.

Ramaphosa backs Kubayi to lead search for next prosecutions boss

Mashudu Sadike|Published

During a heated parliamentary session, President Cyril Ramaphosa defended his controversial appointment of Minister Kubayi to lead the NDPP selection panel.

Crumbling municipalities under spotlight during Cyril's secret GNU retreat

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Sources close to the discussions from within government, the ANC and opposition parties, revealed that a significant portion of the closed-door discussions revolved ...

Mbalula brushes off allegations of political interference in Joburg council

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Fikile Mbalula, the ANC Secretary-General, is embroiled in controversy over alleged political interference in Johannesburg' s municipal affairs and the party' s ...

Bring it on, says ANC in response to DA's impending no-confidence motion against Lesufi

Mashudu Sadike|Published

ANC chairperson Panyaza Lesufi dismisses the DA' s no-confidence motion as a publicity stunt.

Proposed BEE amendments split ANC, DA

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The ANC firmly rejects the DA's proposal to abolish Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), reigniting political tensions within the Government of National Unity and highlighting ...

ANC unmoved by SACP's election ambitions, says Mbalula

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Fikile Mbalula issues a powerful warning to the ANC, highlighting the urgent need for unity and reform to combat corruption and restore public trust.

Motsepe 'backs' Panyaza Lesufi for ANC's top job

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Patrice Motsepe's surprising endorsement of Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi for the ANC presidency has shaken the political landscape, igniting fierce debates over ...

Cyril frequently stops at Tembisa Hospital 'looter's' mansion, says neighbour

Manyane Manyane and Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa faces increasing scrutiny over his presence at the home of alleged Tembisa Hospital looter Hangwani Maumela.

Cyril’s Maumela admission a dilemma for DA

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The DA faces a strategic dilemma as it navigates its role in the Government of National Unity while responding to President Ramaphosa's connections to corruption ...

Maumela's 'encounters' haunt Cyril

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent admission of knowing Hangwani Maumela, linked to a major corruption scandal at Thembisa Hospital, has prompted opposition parties ...

Backlash grows against Gayton McKenzie over cultural festival funding cuts

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Minister Gayton McKenzie faces severe criticism from the arts and culture sector following his department's decision to withdraw funding from major cultural festivals, ...

Zungula questions Rhoode SAPS outcome

Mashudu Sadike and Nicola Daniels|Published

ATM leader Vuyo Zungula criticises the ANC for allegedly protecting its members after Major-General Wally Rhoode was cleared of misconduct related to an investigation ...

Donald Trump’s G20 non-attendance won’t sidetrack critical agenda, says International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

Despite President Donald Trump's absence from the G20 Summit, South Africa's international relations Minister Ronald Lamola is preparing to welcome Vice President ...

SANDF Chief cleared of wrongdoing after controversial trip to Iran

Mashudu Sadike|Published

General Rudzani Maphwanya of the SANDF has been cleared of any wrongdoing following his controversial trip to Iran, which raised concerns about South Africa's diplomatic ...

Thabo Mbeki Foundation weighs options after EPG's olive branch

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Amid concerns over legitimacy and budget, the Thabo Mbeki Foundation is considering a return to the National Dialogue following an olive branch from the Eminent ...

Parks Tau leads South African delegation to boost trade with India

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Trade, Industry, and Competition minister, Parks Tau, is set to lead a delegation to Mumbai and Delhi to strengthen trade relations and deepen economic ties between ...

Sizekhaya Holdings 'pipped the others to the post', says Parks Tau

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Parks Tau addresses the controversy surrounding the award of South Africa's fourth national lottery license to Sizekhaya Holdings, revealing key reasons for his ...

SANDF chief in hot water over ‘Iran political solidarity’ remarks

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says SANDF chief General Rudzani Maphwanya’s visit to Iran was ill-advised, especially at a time of heightened geopolitics ...

South Africa pins hopes on revised offer to overturn Trump’s tariffs

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The government's revised offer is one of five measures responding to the US's unilateral tariff hikes which began last Friday.

Why SA barred Russian vessel

Mashudu Sadike|Published

South Africa's refusal to allow the Russian naval vessel The Smolny into Cape Town has ignited diplomatic tensions and drawn criticism from local parties, revealing ...

More struggle ahead with US trade relations amid tariff hikes

Manyane Manyane and Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed that he spoke with Trump on Wednesday.

Life as an Afrikaner refugee in the US: Challenges and triumphs

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

Discover the mixed experiences of Afrikaner refugees who fled South Africa for the US, as they navigate challenges and find new opportunities in their new home. ...

Manamela's appointment divides SACP

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The SACP is at a crossroads as it faces internal divisions over its election strategy, ignited by President Ramaphosa's recent appointment of Buti Manamela as Minister ...