The dumping of 40 000 lower-income residents into the city centre could have extremely negative effects for the business community and tourism. But the City seem not to care
Phil Craig lays out the path forward for the movement after its recent defeat, and makes the case for a privately-run referendum
The spat between the two parties has become only deeper and pettier over the past few weeks, though neither party is exactly helping themselves
In attempting to secure Tshwane alone by "giving" the ANC Ekurhuleni, the DA provoked the defection of their coalition partners, ASA. The ANC has come out stronger.
The Act places great power in the hands of the national government. The DA Minister could use this for a temporary good, but has instead chosen to carry forward the ANC's policies.
The DA have not been able to convince Roman Cabanac to resign, but his stubbornness may eventually force them to stop kowtowing to left-wing media
A culture of impunity in the DA has led to many instances of corruption being overlooked. But the capture of the City housing department under Malusi Booi may be among the worst.