Mashudu Sadike

Senior Journalist

Ramaphosa vows to tackle governance failures, financial mismanagement in Gauteng

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramphosa visits Gauteng for an oversight visit but disappointed with the state of Johannesburg.

South Africa's diplomatic dilemma: Why the government has not sent envoys to the US

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The SA-US diplomatic crisis is deepening while the SA government is yet to send envoys to engage with the Trump administration.

Pressure on Mchunu to declassify Ipid's Phala Phala report

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The report, which was finalised in October 2023, has been classified as "top secret," sparking outrage among those demanding transparency and accountability.

Opposition parties slam Mchunu for withholding Phala Phala Ipid report

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal has come back to haunt him after ATM President Vuyo Zungula demanded that Police minister Sezo Mchunu release a report ...

SACP in Limpopo gears up for 2026 elections, demands justice for VBS scandal

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Some members of the SACP in Limpopo have questioned why their officials deployed in ANC structures are not withdrawn to prepare for the ...

ANC veterans call for truth in Phala Phala scandal

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Tokyo Sexwale and Matthews Phosa have criticised the government's handling of the Phala Phala scandal.

Tokyo Sexwale and Matthews Phosa revive Phala Phala scandal controversy

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Ramaphosa has denied any wrongdoing, but the scandal has raised questions about his integrity and accountability.

Finance minister Enoch Godongwana faces tough decisions ahead of budget speech

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Cabinet during a special meeting on Monday proposed three options for finance minister Enoch Godongwana to consider when he delivers his budget speech.

Sexwale and Phosa reignite Phala Phala scandal, call for truth and accountability

Mashudu Sadike|Published

ANC veterans Tokyo Sexwale and Matthews Phosa, have rekindled the controversy surrounding the Phala Phala scandal, demanding that President Cyril Ramaphosa provide ...

JMPD deployment to restore calm in Johannesburg and Soweto

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Disruptions in Region D in Johannesburg have had a significant impact on service delivery in the area, with clinics, schools, and stormwater drains being affected. ...

Pension fund contribution holiday could help address VAT increase impasse, says Cosatu

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Cosatu calls for a pension fund holiday to mitigate the impact of a proposed VAT hike, as the government seeks solutions to a R60 billion budget shortfall.

Cosatu says government can take pension fund holiday to avoid VAT hike

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Cosatu has suggested that government consider a pension contribution holiday as a solution to the R60 billion budget shortfall.

Mbalula, Lesufi unite under new leadership

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

The ANC's new leadership structure in Gauteng marks a significant shift, as Mbalula and Lesufi set aside their differences for a united front.

Peace in ANC Gauteng: Mbalula and Lesufi unite under new leadership structure

Mashudu Sadike|Published

In a significant political shift, the ANC has unveiled a new leadership structure for Gauteng, marked by a surprising reconciliation between Secretary-General Fikile ...

Opposition parties skeptical of Lesufi’s plans in Sopa

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s State of the Province Address has drawn scepticism from opposition parties, who argue that it lacks concrete plans to tackle pressing ...

ANC national leaders accused of using reconfiguration as a ruse for branch takeover

Mashudu Sadike|Published

ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu–Motsiri denied that there were any hidden agendas in the reconfiguration of the Provincial Executive Committees in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. ...

Opposition parties skeptical of Lesufi’s plans in Sopa

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s State of the Province Address has drawn scepticism from opposition parties, who argue that it lacks concrete plans to tackle pressing ...

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi outlines 13 key priorities to get province working

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi has outlined plans to get back the province on track during his state of the national address (SOPA) Monday nigh

Businessman Tuwani Mulaudzi closer to reclaiming assets after court victory

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Tuwani Mulaudzi, acquitted of serious charges, is on the verge of reclaiming his frozen assets following a recent court ruling against the AFU and NPA.

ANC Greater Johannesburg Region sets dates for elective conference

Mashudu Sadike|Published

As the 2026 local government elections draws closer for positions, the jostling for positions within the ANC structures has begun after the party’s Greater Johannesburg ...

Businessman Tuwani Mulaudzi closer to reclaiming assets after court victory

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Tuwani Mulaudzi, acquitted of serious charges, is on the verge of reclaiming his frozen assets following a recent court ruling against the AFU and NPA.

Inside Kruger National Park’s battle against poaching and corruption

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Kruger National Park grapples with a severe poaching crisis as over 40 staff members are arrested for their involvement in rhino poaching, revealing deep-rooted ...

Kruger National Park faces growing threat from snaring

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Kruger National Park officials warn that snaring poses a significant risk to wildlife, urging local communities to support conservation efforts.

Inside Kruger National Park’s battle against poaching and corruption

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Kruger National Park grapples with a severe poaching crisis as over 40 staff members are arrested for their involvement in rhino poaching, revealing deep-rooted ...

Kruger National Park faces growing threat from snaring

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Kruger National Park officials warn that snaring poses a significant risk to wildlife, urging local communities to support conservation efforts.

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