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KZN Legislature Signals Readiness to Swear In NFP’s Ivan Rowan Barnes Pending Formal Court Order

The KwaZulu-Natal Legislature has formally declared its readiness to move forward with the swearing-in process of Ivan Rowan Barnes as a Member of the Provincial Legislature (MPL), following a decisive legal outcome in the Pietermaritzburg High Court. In an official response addressed to the National Freedom Party (NFP) Secretary General,

October 20, 2026 No Comments

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High Court Dismisses Mbali Shinga’s Appeal Bid, Clearing Way for Ivan Barnes to Take KZN Legislature Seat

The KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg has dealt a final legal blow to embattled politician Mbali Shinga by dismissing her application for leave to appeal her expulsion from the National Freedom Party (NFP). The landmark ruling officially clears all remaining legal hurdles, leaving no further obstacles to prevent NFP President

October 19, 2026 No Comments

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Thousands of MK Party Supporters Gather in uMgababa for Mini-Rally

Thousands of enthusiastic uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party supporters descended upon the uMnini sports ground in uMgababa today for a vibrant mini-rally, signaling the party’s growing momentum in the region. According to the SABC, the atmosphere was electric as a sea of green filled the sports grounds, with attendees chanting struggle

October 18, 2026 No Comments

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AfriForum Wants Gerrie Nel To Cross-Examine Thabo Mbeki At Khampepe Commission

Civil rights organisation AfriForum has requested permission from the Khampepe Commission of Inquiry for Advocate Gerrie Nel, head of its Private Prosecution Unit, to cross-examine former president Thabo Mbeki. AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel announced the request, which relates to allegations of political interference in the prosecution of apartheid-era political crimes.

October 18, 2026 No Comments

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Mayibuye Condemns The Brutal Murder of Skeem Mafenya and Calls for Visible Policing

MALAMULELE: The Afrika Mayibuye Movement has condemned the brutal murder of 20-year-old comedian and content creator Khadziyane Ndivhuwo, popularly known as Skeem Mafenya, calling for justice while pledging to make community safety a top priority should it take over the governance of Collins Chabane Local Municipality. Ndivhuwo’s killing in Madonsi

October 18, 2026 No Comments

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MAYIBUYE BACKS MALAMULELE CITY PROJECT, SAYS DEVELOPMENT MUST CREATE JOBS

MALAMULELE: The Afrika Mayibuye Movement has thrown its weight behind the proposed Malamulele City development, describing the project as a potential catalyst for economic growth, job creation and improved opportunities for communities in Collins Chabane Municipality. In a media statement released on Sunday, the movement congratulated the Masingita Group of

October 18, 2026 No Comments

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Hlaudi Motsoeneng Unveils Acm’s 90% Action Plan Ahead Of Local Elections

Hundreds of African Content Movement (ACM) supporters gathered at Phuthaditjhaba Stadium in the Free State today, Saturday, 17 October 2026, as party leader Hlaudi Motsoeneng unveiled the party’s 90% Action Plan. Motsoeneng pledged to prioritise access to clean running water, reliable electricity, job creation and infrastructure repairs in the troubled

October 17, 2026 No Comments

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PARLIAMENT REMOVES MALUSI GIGABA AS DEFENCE COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR

Parliament’s Joint Standing Committee on Defence has formally removed ANC MP Malusi Gigaba as co-chairperson, electing ANC MP Mzimasi Hala as his replacement. The decision was taken on Friday, 16 October 2026, following a months-long dispute over the procedure used to replace Gigaba. In September, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza

October 17, 2026 No Comments

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South Africa Expresses Deep Concern Over Renewed Red Sea Attacks, Urges Restraint and Dialogue

The South African Government has expressed serious concern regarding the renewed escalation of attacks in the Red Sea region, specifically targeting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In an official statement released by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on Thursday, South Africa condemned

October 16, 2026 No Comments

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ANC BILLBOARD SPELLING ERROR SPARKS OUTRAGE IN GIYANI

GIYANI: The African National Congress (ANC) has come under fire in Giyani after a campaign billboard erected ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections allegedly misspelled the Xitsonga language, sparking anger among residents who accuse the ruling party of disrespecting the Tsonga-speaking community. It reads” A Hi Yaka Mahlweni Hi

October 16, 2026 No Comments

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KZN Legislature Signals Readiness to Swear In NFP’s Ivan Rowan Barnes Pending Formal Court Order

High Court Dismisses Mbali Shinga’s Appeal Bid, Clearing Way for Ivan Barnes to Take KZN Legislature Seat

Thousands of MK Party Supporters Gather in uMgababa for Mini-Rally

AfriForum Wants Gerrie Nel To Cross-Examine Thabo Mbeki At Khampepe Commission

Mayibuye Condemns The Brutal Murder of Skeem Mafenya and Calls for Visible Policing

MAYIBUYE BACKS MALAMULELE CITY PROJECT, SAYS DEVELOPMENT MUST CREATE JOBS

Hlaudi Motsoeneng Unveils Acm’s 90% Action Plan Ahead Of Local Elections

PARLIAMENT REMOVES MALUSI GIGABA AS DEFENCE COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR

South Africa Expresses Deep Concern Over Renewed Red Sea Attacks, Urges Restraint and Dialogue

ANC BILLBOARD SPELLING ERROR SPARKS OUTRAGE IN GIYANI

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