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SACP, EFF meet to prepare for joint Conference of the Left
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 26 minutes ago The South African Communist Party (SACP) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have agreed to establish a joint working group to participate in... →
South Africa Treasury says it can weather shock like Iran war
By: Bloomberg 2nd March 2026 South Africa’s stronger public finances have given the county a sizable cushion to absorb external shocks — such as the fallout from the conflict... →
ANC NEC condemns Motsepe’s leadership campaign 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 2nd March 2026 The African National Congress National Executive Committee has taken a decision to halt leadership campaigns in the run-up to its 2027 National... →
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Due process in exile: The constitutional crisis behind third-country removals
2nd March 2026 On 25 February 2026, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a sweeping and uncompromising judgment condemning... →
Labour Law Amendment Bill 2026: Legislative Developments and Economic Implications
2nd March 2026 The publication of the Labour Law Amendment Bill in Government Gazette No. 54220 on 26 February 2026 marks the most comprehensive review of South... →
Trump’s tariffs have gutted Agoa’s duty‑free promise: our model shows how
2nd March 2026 The African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) was introduced in 2000 as the cornerstone of US development-oriented trade policy towards sub-Saharan... →
ZANU-PF aims to recycle Mnangagwa through a ‘constitutional coup’
2nd March 2026 A constitutional amendment could give Zimbabwe’s president at least another two years in office, continuing Africa’s growing trend of lawfare.... →
Recommendations
The least developed countries report 2025
11th February 2026 Services are playing an increasingly important role in the global economy, including in least developed countries (LDCs). This shift, fuelled by... →
Pathways to better funding for women-led organisations
11th February 2026 Women-led organisations (WLOs) are indispensable humanitarian actors whose proximity, trust and gendered analysis enable them to reach people and... →
Transition finance across G20 presidencies
11th February 2026 Transitioning to an economy powered by renewable energy is a significant challenge. It requires enormous technological and political will - as well... →
Corruption Perceptions Index 2025
10th February 2026 Anti-corruption movement Transparency International (TI) today released the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), highlighting worsening... →
Statements
Alexandra Court justice denied as Joburg sewage flows through streets
2nd March 2026 The Democratic Alliance (DA) will conduct rigorous oversight at the Alexandra Magistrates Court to determine the extent of service delivery... →
DA question reveals shocking state of affairs at the Master’s Office
2nd March 2026 The Democratic Alliance is deeply alarmed by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development’s written replies to our parliamentary question... →
Happening in Parliament this week
2nd March 2026 The National Council of Provinces’ (NCOP) strategic planning session, plenary sittings, and committee meetings are among the key highlights on... →
Committee chairperson on IR supports President's calls for dialogue in the Middle East
2nd March 2026 The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Supra Mahumapelo, expressed concern over the escalation... →
Press Offices
Accountability and reform: The Home Affairs investigation marks a turning point for South Africa’s immigration system
Updated 43 minutes ago The release of the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) interim report on allegations of permit and visa irregularities and findings of malfeasance... →
Labour Law Amendment and Labour Relations Amendment Bills – call for comments
2nd March 2026 On 26 February 2026, the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth MP, published by way of Government Gazette a copy of the Labour Law... →
Funding agribusiness ventures: Legal considerations for investors and startups
2nd March 2026 South Africa's agribusiness sector offers substantial investment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Securing capital is often critical for... →
Sars moves to limit donation tax loophole for departing high-net-worth individuals
2nd March 2026 Government and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have moved decisively to shut down a tax planning strategy, particularly involving... →
