Mayibongwe Maqhina

Multimedia Journalist, Politics

Why SAA missed another crucial deadline for annual report submission

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The South African Airways (SAA) has not submitted its annual report for 2024/25 to Parliament as required by law within the stipulated September 30 deadline.

Suspended UIF commissioner pockets R1. 4 million while sitting at home

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Teboho Maruping, the commissioner of the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), continues to draw a hefty salary of R1. 4 million despite being on precautionary suspension ...

Foreigners paid R546m in RAF claims

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Taxpayers have coughed up R546 million to foreign nationals who lodged claims with the Road Accident Fund (RAF) in 2024/25 financial year.

SANDF members raise concerns over service conditions

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Of the 590 new complaints received, 269 were submitted by members of the SANDF, raising concerns about their conditions of service.

Debate heats up over Dianne Kohler-Barnard's role in Mkhwanazi inquiry

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The Ad Hoc Committee is embroiled in a heated debate over whether DA MP Dianne Kohler-Barnard should step down amid serious allegations from KwaZulu-Natal Police ...

New legislative efforts to make Sex Offenders Register accessible to public

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Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi unveils plans to make the National Register of Sex Offenders accessible to the public, sparking a crucial legislative review.

Minister wont revoke Phillip Craig's permanent residency amid Cape Independence controversy

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Minister Leon Schreiber stands firm on Phillip Craig's permanent residency, asserting that political expression should not be penalised, even amidst calls for action ...

Firoz Cachalia vows to enhance DPCI's effectiveness against organised crime

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In a bid to combat rising organised crime, Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia pledges to enhance the DPCI's capacity and effectiveness.

Cape Independence advocate's permanent residency under scrutiny by parliamentary committee

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A parliamentary committee has called on Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber to clarify the circumstances in which permanent residency status of Phillip Craig, a ...

Challenges in vetting processes delay security clearances for government officials

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The Presidency has listed challenges in the vetting process of government officials, particularly those the supply chain management.

Over 1000 civil servants in disciplinary crosshairs after SIU investigation

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Following extensive investigations, the SIU has referred over 1,000 civil servants for disciplinary action, raising concerns about accountability within the public ...

Government's tough stance: Municipalities owe R25. 1 billion to water boards

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile revealed that municipalities, as of June, collectively owe an alarming R25. 1 billion to water boards.

Paul Mashatile addresses declaration controversy, denies having ‘smallanyana skeletons’

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile addressed speculation surrounding his declaration of interests, firmly stating, “I don’t have smallanyana skeletons” to share with ...

New e-hailing regulations to boost safety and compliance

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Transport Minister Barbara Creecy unveils crucial new regulations for e-hailing services, promising enhanced safety and compliance to protect drivers and improve ...

Over 80 officials face charges amid rising unnatural deaths in prisons

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MPs are alarmed by a significant spike in unnatural deaths among prisoners over the past three years, raising urgent questions about safety and accountability in ...

Dispute over board dissolution: Former SA Tourism members confront Minister De Lille

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Former board members of South Africa Tourism rebutted Minister Patricia de Lille’s claims on why the board was dissolved, citing procedural flaws and unresolved ...

Judge Makhubele faces possible impeachment

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Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has referred the finding of gross misconduct against suspended Judge Nana Makhubele to Parliament.

Sassa implements biometric enrolment for new beneficiaries from September

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The South African Social Security Agency is set to introduce a transformative biometric enrolment system for new beneficiaries, commencing this September.

Minister assures South Africans social grant payments will continue despite Postbank agreement termination

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Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe affirmed on Wednesday that the termination of the Master Service Agreement with Postbank will not affect the distribution ...

Zukile Mvalo defends his role in SETA

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Zukile Mvalo defends his position as the Local Government SETA administrator, emphasising successes amid challenges.

Council for Medical Scheme seeks legal advice on discrimination against black healthcare providers

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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has shed light on the initiatives to address findings of systemic discrimination against black healthcare providers by medical schemes, ...

Basic Education Portfolio Committee calls for review of Bela Act regulations

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The Basic Education Portfolio Committee raises alarms over the newly published Bela Act regulations, urging the Department of Basic Education to expedite a comprehensive ...

Mkhwanazi inquiry: External legal counsel to lead proceedings

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The Ad Hoc Committee will engage external legal counsel to lead the inquiry into allegations against KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

Parliamentary committees to question Lamola and Motshekga over SANDF chief's controversial Iran visit

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Parliamentary Committees on Defence and International Relations and Cooperation have announced plans to engage with Minister Angie Motshekga and Minister Ronald ...

New measures to tackle magistrates’ courts backlogs

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Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi announces the formation of the National Case Backlogs Committee, aiming to significantly reduce delays in magistrate’s courts and ...