Mayibongwe Maqhina

Multimedia Journalist, Politics

Nkabane confident in new SETA appointments amid public scrutiny

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Minister Nkabane addresses public concerns over SETA chairperson nominations, assuring a fair and transparent process.

Cabinet unmoved by EFF’s looming fuel levy increase court challenge; says Malema’s party is entitled to pursue litigation ...

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Khumbudzo Ntshavheni confirms the EFF's right to challenge the fuel levy increase, as Cabinet remains resolute on budget proposals.

R9. 1 million spent on NHI legal battles, says Motsoaledi

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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi disclosed that the South African government has spent more than R9. 1 million on legal litigation related to the controversial National ...

A-G highlights stagnation in municipal audit outcomes

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Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke reveals troubling findings on South Africa's municipal audit outcomes.

Malatsi’s B-BBEE policy sets ‘wrong precedent’

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Minister Solly Malatsi faces fierce criticism as he defends new policy directions for relaxing economic empowerment regulations in South Africa's ICT sector.

Fuel levy increase amid VAT scrapping, 'robbing Peter to pay Paul'

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The National Treasury's fuel levy proposal has ignited fierce debate among parliamentarians during the 2025/26 Budget briefing, with significant implications for ...

Sars banks on 1700 debt collectors to close gap

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In a strategic effort to address fiscal challenges, the South African Revenue Service plans to hire 1700 debt collectors, aiming to recover R50 billion.

Political parties 'don't want a repeat' of Budget drama

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Optimism mounts among chairpersons of parliamentary committees that the revised budget will pass.

South Africa to invest over R1 trillion in infrastructure over three years

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reveals a bold R1 trillion infrastructure investment plan aimed at roads, rail, energy and water.

Godongwana tables 2025 revised budget, introduces fuel tax increases

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday unveiled significant fuel tax increases and outlined a roadmap for sustainable growth.

New donation thresholds approved by National Assembly to enhance political funding transparency

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The National Assembly's recent decision to raise donation disclosure thresholds marks a pivotal moment for political funding transparency in South Africa.

Cut spending and the budget will pass, Godongwana told ahead of speech

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces mounting pressure to balance public demands for increased funding and a wealth tax while steering clear of austerity measures ...

Minister considers future of court action over Bloemfontein prison contract

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Correctional Services Minister Pieter Groenewald weighs the implications of the ongoing legal battles surrounding the Bloemfontein Correctional Centre contract, ...

Over 150 NHBRC employees face lifestyle audits

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The decision comes on the heels of increased scrutiny regarding the council’s operations, particularly following the catastrophic building collapse in George earlier ...

Ntshavheni unveils major reforms in the State Security Agency

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Khumbudzo Ntshavheni announces significant reforms in the State Security Agency, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and address critical skills gaps within ...

Limitations on parole revocation for assassin Janusz Walus

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Minister Groenewald faces challenges in revoking Janusz Walus' parole, raising questions about the legal system's limitations.

Police Minister defends SAPS VIP protection

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In response to recent high-profile incidents, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu defends the SAPS VIP protection services, asserting their effectiveness amid growing scrutiny. ...

Mashatile outlines strategies to counter Pepfar funding cuts

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile outlines a multi-faceted response strategy to safeguard South Africa's healthcare services and tackle the looming health crisis. ...

State IT Agency comes under fire for lacking a proper record keeping system

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SITA's troubling absence of a robust IT record-keeping system raises serious questions about accountability and transparency.

Parliament demands answers from Minister Schreiber on Phil Craig's immigration status

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Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber faces pressure from Parliament to clarify Phil Craig's citizenship status.

SIU probes state entities over controversialNew Age media breakfast events

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The SIU expands its investigation of five state institutions tied to The New Age media breakfasts.

How SIU stopped millions from going to 'waste'

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The SIU referred four criminal cases to the National Prosecution Authority, 22 disciplinary cases to SITA and one administrative action and a contract valued at ...

Outcome of VAT increase interdict application due next week

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The Western Cape Cape High Court heard arguments from the DA, EFF, Parliament and the National Treasury in the urgent application to interdict the VAT increase and ...

Godongwana defends R38. 3m for ICJ case against Israel

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ActionSA MP Alan Beesley wrote to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana asking about the specific provisions of the PFMA used by Dirco to cover the expenditure on litigation ...

Medico-legal claims cost over R1. 1 billion in - Motsoaledi

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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has revealed that the cost of medico-legal claims has exceeded R1. 1 billion since April 2024 to date.