The 36% tariff rise has been called irrational and unjustified, and AfriForum has made it clear that unless the target is revised, it will seek legal challenge
After the DA threatened the VF+'s coalitions in the province for voting out a corrupt DA mayor, the VF+ turned the table on them. Now, they've been forced to negotiate peace.
The hung council has been split along a close coalition, with the sole EFF councillor often switching sides, causing constant disruption of governance
In recent months, Mehmet Dag has raised his profile with a prolific and racially inflammatory social media presence. Yesterday, Tim Flack took him to task.
Namibia has also imposed a new ban on Brazilian imports, amplifying the opportunity for the local poultry sector
The DA cite public participation as the reason for trying to block the deal. But they don't care much for public opinion themselves, and may be influenced by foreign lobbyists
While the party is making a big show of fighting for lower tariffs in the press and parliament, in court, and in the municipalities, they are fighting to raise them
Disproportionate budget cuts on the Western Cape, combined with massive migration, have put the province's finances in jeopardy. But the province is unwilling to cut free services
Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, welcomed the dismissal of Tiyo, who is widely suspected of involvement in the assasination of Lt Col Kinnear
Bishop Sithembele Sipuka of the Mthatha Diocese has expressed serious concerns about the alleged presence and financial activities of individuals linked to ISIS within the country
The Foreign Ministry has affirmed that South Africa's commitment to the anti-Western political project will be unaffected by the presence of the DA in the ruling coalition
As public water quality drops across South Africa, many communities are turning to private companies. One company, SAWW, has been leading the way
July rainfall levels in Cape Town reached 317.6mm, more than seen since 1960, while the airport beat its 1956 record
The City mayor promised to challenge the Bill in court over separation of powers, but during committees, only the VF+ objected to the racial aspect of the legislation
Oncology in the Western Cape has taken a notable leap forward with the introduction of the Align RT advanced marker-less patient tracking system
Last week's collapse of the Riverlands Dam wall has led to severe flooding in Malmesbury. But due to years of neglect by national government, provincial govt fears further harm
According to official data released by the DA on Sunday, Between 2018 and 2023, police closed 76 000 of the 115 000 murder cases without any resolution.
In 2022, Sakeliga scored a critical Constitutional Court victory in the battle against racial discrimination. But it merely opens the door - we will have to walk through it
After the arrest of City councilor Malusi Booi last year, the gangs have increased their intimidation. The DA reached out to Old Mutual and Atterbury to help vet contractors
The motion of no confidence against ANC Speaker Mncedisi Skosana, introduced after the DA walkout last month, was defeated by a simple show of hands
After high-handed refusals to engage in good faith, the DA threatened to kick the VF+ out of other Cape munis as punishment. But the VF+ has had the last laugh
