IN CONVERSATION WITH ZOLA MBATHA

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Tshwane is set to present its submission to the Madlanga Commission, following what it describes as a DA-led investigation into tender corruption and fraud within the municipality. According to the party, the submission will allege the existence of coordinated “cartels” operating within key service delivery…

Youth leadership development takes centre stage following the successful 5th RCL Workshop and Leadership Induction hosted by the Lindokuhle Mfana Foundation, in collaboration with the SANAC Civil Society Forum Youth Sector. The initiative brought together young leaders from schools to equip them with practical leadership skills, while also exposing them…

The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) has called on the Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to urgently strengthen electoral systems ahead of upcoming elections. In its statement, FOSA raises concerns that have surfaced over time from various quarters, including allegations of vote rigging, mishandling of ballot papers, and…

As South Africa reflects on Human Rights Day, commemorating the legacy of the Sharpeville Massacre and protests in Langa, organisations are calling for a renewed focus on whether constitutional rights are truly being realised. Unite for Change argues that while South Africa’s Constitution is among the most progressive globally, the…

The Gauteng Department of Health has announced intensified efforts to recover approximately R4.6 billion in outstanding patient fees, as part of a broader strategy to improve financial sustainability in the province’s healthcare system. According to the Department, about R2.4 billion of this debt is owed by self-paying patients, including both…