South Africa: DA Welcomes Move to Grant Visa-Free Access to Ukrainian Diplomats and Officials

Note to editors: Please find attached soundbite by Ryan Smith MP. Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Must Urge Independent Recount of Rigged Mozambique Elections

The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns the recent Mozambican presidential election, which was marred by widespread irregularities, violence, and political assassinations. Read more »

South Africa: DA Calls for Sustainable Policing Reform Amid Escalating Mass Shootings

I am deeply appalled by the senseless killings that have gripped our communities in Athlone, Bishop Lavis, and Mamre over the last two days, leaving seventeen people dead in a… Read more »

South Africa: DA Welcomes Report On Extortion, Calls for Urgent and Decisive Action

Note to editors: Please find attached English and Afrikaans soundbite by Lisa Schickerling MP. Read more »

South Africa: Simelane - How Much More Time Does the President Need?

How much more time does President Cyril Ramaphosa need to address the scandal surrounding Justice Minister Thembi Simelane? Read more »

South Africa: DA Calls for Urgent Debate of National Importance On Water Crisis

The Democratic Alliance has written to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, requesting an urgent debate of national importance on the water crisis across the… Read more »

South Africa: DA Extends Condolences On the Passing of Princess Sibuyiselwe Buthelezi

The DA in KwaZulu-Natal extends our sincere condolences to the family of Her Royal Highness Princess Sibuyiselwe Angela Buthelezi daughter to the late Zulu Prime Minister and IFP… Read more »

South Africa: DA Calls for Urgent Action As Over 100,000 Child Rape Cases Reported in Six Years

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is sounding the alarm on South Africa's escalating child rape crisis, revealing shocking statistics that highlight a systemic failure to protect… Read more »

South Africa: After 100 Days, the DA Announces Its Top Priorities for the GNU Medium-Term Plan

After 100 days in office, the DA has identified 5 key priorities for the GNU's medium-term plan, to be announced on 30 October. Read more »

South Africa: DA Calls On the Ethics Committee to Investigate Allegations of Corruption Against Lesufi

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng will write to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature's (GPL) ethics committee to investigate the allegations against Premier Panyaza Lesufi for… Read more »

South Africa: DA Calls On President Ramaphosa to Break His Silence On Simelane Loan Scandal

In light of news reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa has allegedly been aware of the questionable VBS-linked loan received by Justice Minister Thembi Simelane since at least… Read more »

South Africa: DA Opposes Minister Meth's Plan for 20 000 'Race Inspectors'

"Our legal team is diligently preparing heads of argument for our ongoing court case, where we are seeking a declaration that the Employment Equity Act - and its race quotas - are… Read more »

South Africa: DA Welcomes Fuel Price Cuts As Gnu Strengthens Economic Recovery

The DA welcomes the latest announcement of significant fuel price cuts, marking the fifth consecutive month of reductions. This decline in fuel prices, including decreases of up to… Read more »

South Africa: DA Condemns President Ramaphosa's Divisive Approach to the BELA Bill

The Democratic Alliance (DA) strongly urges President Cyril Ramaphosa to reconsider his intention to sign the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill into law this morning. Read more »

South Africa: DA Celebrates Sweeping Victories in By-Elections Across the Country

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is delighted to announce a resounding success in the by-elections held yesterday, contesting 17 wards across the country and emerging victorious in 16… Read more »

South Africa: DA Urges President Ramaphosa to Halt Bela Bill, Warns of Threat to Government of National Unity

The DA has learnt that President Ramaphosa intends to sign the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill into law on Friday, 13 September. Read more »

South Africa: Lesufi's NHI Promises Exposed By Viral Hospital Video

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's lies about the NHI have been exposed by Tom London's viral videos on poor treatment at the Helen Joseph Hospital. Read more »

South Africa: DA Challenges John Hlophe's Designation to the JSC

Today marks a pivotal moment as the Western Cape High Court begins to hear the Democratic Alliance's case challenging the designation of John Hlophe to the Judicial Service… Read more »

South Africa: DA Celebrates Sweeping By-Election Victories

These victories are more than just electoral successes; they are a powerful vote of confidence in the DA's policies, leadership, and our commitment to saving South Africa. - John… Read more »

South Africa: State Capture Architects Sworn in As MPs an Insult to South African Democracy

The swearing-in of individuals implicated in state capture as Members of Parliament for the MK Party today is a travesty and an insult to the people of South Africa, who have… Read more »

South Africa: DA Welcomes War On Construction Mafia

For a long time, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has been calling on national government to effectively combat the Construction Mafia, which has crippled the construction industry.… Read more »

South Africa: DA Demands Justice Minister's Accountability Amid VBS Scandal Allegations

The DA is deeply concerned by the disturbing revelations surrounding Justice Minister Thembi Simelane, as reported by News24 and Daily Maverick. It has come to light that Minister… Read more »

South Africa: Health Compact Boycott Highlights Vast Opposition to NHI

The DA notes the signing of the second Presidential Health Compact by Acting President Paul Mashatile and the Ministers of Health and Science and Innovation, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi… Read more »

South Africa: Census 2022 Failure Is a National Scandal, Demanding a Re-Run

" This is not merely an issue of bureaucracy; it is a failure of monumental proportions with implications for all citizens." - Willie Aucamp MP Read more »

South Africa: Quarterly Labour Force Survey Q2 - 2024 Shows Concerning Trends

The DA notes the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for Q2:2024, which runs from April to June, evidencing a further contracting job market and increasing unemployment rates… Read more »