Thabi Shomolekae
Thabi Shomolekae is a Creamer Media Senior Writer for Polity.org.za
IFP says it will engage NFP to ensure stable governance in KZN amid coalition turbulence
15th January 2026 The Inkatha Freedom Fighters said on Thursday it distanced itself from “political gamesmanship”, and said it will engage the National Freedom Party... →
DA ‘disappointed’ with Dion George’s resignation ahead of inquiry
15th January 2026 The Democratic Alliance on Thursday expressed disappointment with Dr Dion George’s resignation ahead of its Federal Legal Commission's probe into... →
IFP wants urgent investigation into death threats against KZN Premier
15th January 2026 The Inkatha Freedom Party in the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature has described as “vile and dangerous” death threats being made against KwaZulu-Natal... →
SA urges ‘restraint’ in Iran amid violent crackdown
15th January 2026 The South African government on Thursday expressed concern at developments in Iran, urging maximum restraint from all parties. Tensions are running... →
ActionSA unveils Bill to strengthen whistleblower protection
15th January 2026 ActionSA wants public backing for its new whistleblower protection Bill, which suggests a formal mechanism for disclosures in public procurement... →
SA can’t afford to backslide – DA
14th January 2026 Democratic Alliance (DA) spokesperson on Finance Dr Mark Burke on Wednesday said South Africa’s institutional infrastructure must continue to be... →
ANC welcomes SA’s removal from EU high-risk list
14th January 2026 The African National Congress views the European Union’s removal of South Africa from its list of high‑risk third country jurisdictions as a... →
DA asks Lamola to report Iran for human rights abuses
14th January 2026 The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday demanded that International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola report Iran to the United Nations... →
Public Protector finds Dean Macpherson didn’t breach Ethics Code
13th January 2026 Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has been cleared by Public Protector Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka in findings relating to... →
Daily Podcast – January 13, 2026
13th January 2026 Making headlines: 88% matric pass rate but concerns over STEM; ActionSA to challenge ‘top secret’ Phala Phala report classification; And, Ugandan... →
SECTION27 wants release of matric results of 50 pupils controversially accused of cheating
13th January 2026 Public interest law centre SECTION27 is seeking an order to review and set aside the decision of the Limpopo Acting Head of Department and the... →
ActionSA to challenge ‘top secret’ Phala Phala report
13th January 2026 ActionSA said on Tuesday it has begun preparing legal papers to challenge the decision of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate to... →
Matric results: 88% pass rate but concern over low STEM uptake
13th January 2026 Politicians have welcomed the performance of the Matric Class of 2025 in the National Senior Certificate examinations, which saw a national pass... →
MKP’s leadership shakeup, Brian Molefe appointed treasurer general
12th January 2026 The uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MKP) on Monday announced a shakeup in its leadership, with the immediate appointment of Brian Molefe as its treasurer... →
Ramaphosa to hold bilateral talks with UAE President
12th January 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa will this week hold bilateral talks with President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ahead... →
DBE should move from celebrating high percentage passes, committee on education says
8th January 2026 The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries, Mr Makhi Feni, has said there is a need for emphasis on... →
NGO criticises Trump for withdrawing from international bodies
8th January 2026 Renewable energy movement 350.org has condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the United Nations Framework... →
Gauteng govt urges matriculants to use digital platform to access results
8th January 2026 The Gauteng Provincial Government on Thursday suggested that Matriculants make use of its Gauteng Matric Results Online System to access their 2025... →
Daily Podcast – January 07, 2026
7th January 2026 Making headlines: Ramaphosa appoints SIU head Andy Mothibi as NDPP; Eskom reports no new breaches in online vending system; And, Ghana's inflation... →
Mixed reactions to Mothibi’s NDPP appointment
7th January 2026 Political parties on Wednesday expressed mixed reactions at the appointment of Special Investigating Unit head Advocate Andy Mothibi as the... →
Ramaphosa appoints SIU head Andy Mothibi as NDPP
7th January 2026 Following publicised interviews with nominated candidates to find South Africa’s next National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), President... →
Daily Podcast – January 06, 2026
6th January 2026 Making headlines: DA accuses Dirco of hypocrisy in Venezuela invasion; Business activity declined sharply in December; And, Central African... →
ANC calls for immediate release of Venezuelan President
6th January 2026 The African National Congress (ANC) wants the US to immediately and unconditionally release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from custody,... →
DA accuses Dirco of hypocrisy in Venezuela invasion
6th January 2026 After opposing the Department of International Relations and Cooperations’ (Dirco) appeal to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to urgently... →
Daily Podcast – January 05, 2026
5th January 2026 Making headlines: Dirco confident UN Council will take ‘progressive decisions’ against US after Venezuelan invasion; Ramaphosa appoints new Climate... →
Dirco confident UN Council will take ‘progressive decisions’ against US after Venezuelan invasion
5th January 2026 International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola on Monday expressed confidence that progressive decisions will be taken, and robust... →
SADC deploys panel of elders in support of inclusive process in lead up to new elections
18th December 2025 South African President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomed the restoration of calm in Madagascar during the closing ceremony of the Southern African... →
NDPP interviews: ActionSA objects to Andrea Johnson’s candidacy
11th December 2025 Following its objection to the shortlisting of Johannesburg Society of Advocates' advocate Menzi Simelane as a National Director of Public... →
Parties question Menzi Simelane’s NDPP shortlisting, DA threatens legal action
10th December 2025 The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Wednesday it will interdict any appointment emerging from what it describes as a “flawed” National Director of... →
CDE urges NDPP panel to rigorously interrogate shortlisted candidates
9th December 2025 Ahead of the interviews to determine the next National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), prominent think tank the Centre for Development and... →
DA, SACP demand action on whistleblower protection after Madlanga Commission death
8th December 2025 The Democratic Alliance (DA) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) have demanded urgent action on whistleblower protection, following the... →
‘Safety of women, children is everybody’s business’ – Ramaphosa
8th December 2025 As South Africa continues to observe 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed disappointment at... →
Loyiso Masuku replaces Dada Morero as ANC Joburg chair
5th December 2025 Loyiso Masuku has been elected as the African National Congress Johannesburg region chairperson, replacing Dada Morero. The party held day two of... →
Home Affairs extends operating hours over festive season
5th December 2025 The Department of Home Affairs offices will operate until 18:00 from December 8 to 19 and January 5 to 16 for applications and document collection.... →
DA wants ‘new evidence’ in MKP's Russia trafficking saga investigated
4th December 2025 The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Thursday that it wants the South African Police Service (Saps) investigation into the recruiting and... →
Ramaphosa pays tribute to former Sars Commissioner
4th December 2025 Following the passing of former South African Revenue Service Commissioner Oupa Magashula, President Cyril Ramaphosa is remembering him as an... →
Mbalula rubbishes US’s claims that SA’s G20 Presidency operated with ‘spite, division’
4th December 2025 African National Congress secretary general Fikile Mbalula said the G20 Summit held in South Africa and led by President Cyril Ramaphosa was one of... →
Ramaphosa leaves Bi-National Commission with Mozambique having inaugurated new gas facility
3rd December 2025 Concluding the fourth session of the Bi-National Commission between South Africa and Mozambique, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Mozambican President... →
DA lays criminal complaint against Tshwane deputy mayor, with Gerrie Nel’s help
3rd December 2025 The Democratic Alliance in Tshwane on Wednesday formally laid a criminal complaint against Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise at the Brooklyn... →
NGO blames dept fragmentation for high levels of child abuse
2nd December 2025 Non-governmental organisation focussing on child abuse, Teddy Bear Foundation clinical director Dr Shaheda Omar said on Tuesday that ending... →
DA lays fraud charges against Tshwane deputy mayor
2nd December 2025 The Democratic Alliance will on Wednesday lay fraud charges against Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise at the Brooklyn Police Station. Charges will... →
