Theolin Tembo

Multimedia Journalist

EFF slams Ramaphosa's SONA address as 'a political campaign launch'

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In a fiery response to President Ramaphosa's SONA address, EFF leader Julius Malema accuses the president of electioneering tactics, claiming that the SANDF's deployment ...

Minister Macpherson praises Steenhuisen's selfless leadership choice

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Minister Dean Macpherson discusses John Steenhuisen's surprising decision to step back from leadership, emphasising the importance of prioritising the nation's needs ...

Why are Ad Hoc Committee members hesitant to call President Ramaphosa? EFF's Leigh-Ann Mathys demands answers

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Leigh-Ann Mathys of the EFF questions the reluctance of some Ad Hoc Committee members to summon President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Parliament's Mkhwanazi Committee debates whether President Cyril Ramaphosa should appear before it

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Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee deliberated whether President Cyril Ramaphosa should give a written response or appear in person.

Sangoni-Diko dismisses calls for anti-corruption Chapter 9 institution

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Despite valuable insights from civil society, ANC's Khusela Sangoni-Diko firmly opposes the establishment of a Chapter 9 institution to combat corruption, stating ...

Solly Malatsi's directive raises concerns over Starlink's operations in South Africa

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Minister Solly Malatsi faces intense scrutiny over his directive that could facilitate Elon Musk's Starlink operations in South Africa.

Despite achieving a Bachelor's pass, 10,000 matric students left without spaces at universities

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The public university system is set to offer only 235,000 first-year places for 2026, leaving 10,000 qualified students without a space.

Arrest of 11 Anti-Gang Unit officers raises concerns over due process

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Eleven members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit face serious charges, including murder and kidnapping, following the death of a Manenberg man.

Crime stats 'does not reflect the daily reality' on the Cape Flats

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Do crime statistics truly reflect the reality of life on the Cape Flats? Civil society groups argue they do not.

16 Days of Activism: Western Cape, KZN and Gauteng account for over 60% of all child murders in SA

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Statistics from Action Society's latest report, reveal that over 60% of child murders in South Africa occur in just three provinces.

DA war deepens as Zille intervenes in Steenhuisen and George fight over misuse of party credit card

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DA Chairperson Helen Zille reprimands party members for airing grievances publicly, following a fallout involving John Steenhuisen and Dion George.

MPs head to prison as Ad Hoc Committee relocates from Parliament to Kgoši Mampuru for Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala

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Members of Parliament will visit Kgoši Mampuru Correctional Centre this week to hear testimony from Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, a key figure in a high-profile investigation ...

MPs express concerns over Nkabinde's supplementary statement and vague responses

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Members of Parliament voice their concerns about Cedrick Nkabinde's supplementary statement during an Ad Hoc Committee session, questioning the clarity and legality ...

MPs say they are disappointed with Mary de Haas' evidence

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ANC's Xola Nqola expresses disappointment over Dr Mary de Haas' testimony, which contradicted expectations during the inquiry into political killings in KwaZulu-Natal. ...

Local MMA fighters to prove their mettle at EFC Knox Legacy Series 2026 in Cape Town

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MMA fighters prepare for the Knox Legacy Series 2026, kicking off on 26 February at the GrandWest Grand Arena.

Become a councillor or maybe even mayor: Unite for Change opens applications for 2026 elections

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Unite for Change is calling on community leaders and citizens to step up as councillor and mayoral candidates for the 2026 Local Government Elections.

MP raises concerns over Mathale's lack of delegation powers in Parliament

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MP Xola Nqola expresses serious concerns regarding Deputy Minister of Police Cassel Mathale' s lack of delegation powers during a critical parliamentary hearing. ...

Capetonians rally in support of UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese

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UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese urges Capetonians to leverage their consumer power for justice in Palestine during a packed event at Groote Kerk.

MPs back evidence leader after Mchunu's chief of staff demands apology for 'defamation'

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Cedrick Nkabinde seeks an apology for remarks made, during the parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee, by Advocate Norman Arendse SC.

MKP promises 'robust' questioning of Mchunu to uncover truth about police corruption

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The MKP's Sibonelo Nomvalo promise rigorous questioning to ensure the truth prevails when they question suspended Police Minister Mchunu.

Ramaphosa and Hill-Lewis' spat over City of Cape Town service delivery 'misses the real point'

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Political parties criticise President Ramaphosa and Mayor Hill-Lewis as they clash over Cape Town's service delivery, revealing deeper issues of inequality and governance. ...

Anglican Church of Southern Africa calls on sports bodies, schools and universities to cut ties with Israel

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The Anglican Church of Southern Africa calls on sports bodies, schools and universities to sever ties with Israeli institutions.

National Dialogue: The good, the shortfalls and all the mounting criticism unpacked

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As South Africa's National Dialogue faces mounting criticism and calls for suspension, experts and civil society groups weigh in on its merits and drawbacks. What ...

Cape Town's street circuit or Kyalami's legacy: which will win South Africa’s Formula 1 bid?

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Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie’s support for the Kyalami racing circuit has raised questions, particularly as Cape Town also pushes for a street ...

Introduction of the remote working visa welcomed by City of Cape Town

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The City of Cape Town has welcomed the introduction of the remote working visa after Home Affairs Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi gazetted a new set of immigration ...