South Africa: Minister Malatsi's Action On SABC Bill Unconstitutional and Violates Parliament

Note to editors: This media statement replaces the one issued earlier, which contained some regrettable errors. Read more »

South Africa: Committee Wraps Up Oversight Visit to Eastern Cape Initiation Sites

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs wrapped up its three-day oversight visit to Alfred Nzo and OR Tambo districts. During this visit, the… Read more »

South Africa: The National Council of Provinces Adopts Adjustments Appropriation Bill

The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) today, at its last hybrid plenary sitting for the year, considered the reports of the Select Committee on Appropriations on the Adjustments… Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Committee Defers Discussions On Political Party Funding to Allow Consultations

The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs hosted successful public hearings on a motion required by section 24(1)(a) of the Political Funding Act, 2018, on issues related to the… Read more »

South Africa: Parliament Mourns the Passing of Louise Asmal

Parliament, Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - The Presiding Officers of Parliament, National Assembly Speaker Ms Thoko Didiza and National Council of Provinces Ms Refilwe… Read more »

South Africa: NCOP Debates 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children

The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) this week held a debate on 16 days of activism against gender-based violence on the theme: "30 years of advancing collective action to end… Read more »

South Africa: Committee Welcomes Briefing On Repositioning of Unemployment Insurance and Compensation Funds

To download the soundbite of the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Employment and Labour, Mr Boyce Maneli, click here: https://iono.fm/e/1506833 Read more »

South Africa: Committee On Trade Welcomes Legislation Criminalising 30 Percent Demands On Government Projects

The Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition has welcomed the move to criminalise the demands of the construction mafia for 30% share on government projects, by… Read more »

South Africa: Scopa and Siu Renew Memorandum of Understanding

Parliament, Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), today renewed their memorandum of… Read more »

South Africa: Cogta Committee Satisfied With Provinces' Readiness for Summer Initiation Season

Parliament, Tuesday, 26 October 2024 - The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) today urged traditional leaders, communities and families… Read more »

South Africa: Border Management Authority Ready to Roll-Out Safe Movement of People and Goods Over the Festive Season

The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has welcomed comprehensive plans by the Border Management Authority (BMA) anchored on collaboration, the use of technology and increased… Read more »

South Africa: Police Chairperson Calls for the Speedy Investigation and Conviction of Murder of Limpopo Woman

Parliament, Tuesday, 26 November 2024 - The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Mr Ian Cameron, has learned with shock and sadness of the passing of Ms Rudzani… Read more »

South Africa: Finance Committee Gravely Concerned By Companies and Municipalities Contravening Section 13a of the Pension Fund Act

Parliament, Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - The Standing Committee on Finance is gravely concerned by municipalities and private companies that contravene with impunity Section 13A… Read more »

South Africa: Energy Committee to Be Briefed On Rollover Project of Pre-Paid Meters

Parliament, Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - The Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy, will today receive an update from the Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientso… Read more »

South Africa: Media Statement - Appropriations Committee Express Concern Over Looming Total Collapse of Water Boards

Parliament, Tuesday, 26 November 2024 - The Standing Committee on Appropriations is concerned about a looming catastrophe where in about six to twelve months, water boards could… Read more »

South Africa: Nine Interviewed for SA Human Rights Commission, Including Two Current Commissioners

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development last week conducted interviews with nine candidates for the vacancy of Deputy Chairperson of the South African… Read more »

South Africa: Media Statement - Marginal Decrease in Crime Stats a Start but Redoubling of Efforts Necessary to Ensure Downward Trend

Parliament, Tuesday, 26 November 2024 - The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Mr Ian Cameron, has welcomed the commendable downward trend in 17 community-reported… Read more »

South Africa: Select Committee Commends Department for No Bailouts to SOEs

To download the soundbite of the Chairperson of the Select Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform and Mineral Resources, Mr Bones Modise, click here: https://iono.fm/e/1506395 Read more »

South Africa: Committee Engages With Transport Department On 2024 Festive Road Safety Strategy

The Department of Transport accompanied by the Road Management Corporation (RTMC) appeared before the Portfolio Committee on Transport to present the Festive Road Safety Strategy… Read more »

South Africa: NLC Corruption Was a Crime of Greed, Says Trade Committee Chairperson

Collusion between government officials, non-profit organisations and auditing firms in the theft of state resources that have been earmarked to improve the lives of poor South… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Doesn't Have a Water Security Threat - Minister Majodina

The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Ms. Pemmy Majodina, has assured Parliament and the country that there is currently no threat to South Africa's water security. Read more »

South Africa: Media Reminder - Na and NCOP to Hold Plenary Sittings to Discuss 16 Days of Activism and Infrastructure Development

Parliament, Tuesday, 12 November 2024 - The National Assembly (NA) will hold a plenary session scheduled to start at 10:00. Among the items on the agenda from 10:00 to 13:00 is the… Read more »

South Africa: Parliament Calls On G20 Parliaments to Collaborate to End Hunger and Poverty

National Assembly Deputy Speaker Dr Annalie Lotriet called on the parliaments of the G20 countries to collaborate in mitigating hunger and poverty and ensuring food security. Read more »

South Africa: Committee On Education Chairperson Welcomes Pronouncements On Reregistration of Spaza Shops

The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Education, Sciences and Creative Industries, Mr Makhi Feni, has welcomed the pronouncement from the African National Congress (ANC) that… Read more »

South Africa: Sport Committee Congratulates Ringo for Being Bestowed Legendary Status in Music

Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Joe McGluwa, has noted the honour bestowed on Mr Ringo Madlingozi at the SA Music Awards last night. Read more »