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Malema calls VBS scandal ‘sponsored propaganda’, says ‘Phala Phala is not dead’
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) commander-in-chief Julius Malema gave his assessment of the government of national unity (GNU) while awaiting the opening of parliament. He was speaking as part of the Progressive Caucus during a media briefing on how they would conduct themselves during the seventh parliament. Chaired by EFF’s Floyd Shivambu, leaders of United African…
30% matric pass rate high on Gwarube’s priority list
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has announced plans to appoint a council of education experts, teacher unions and school governing bodies (SGBs) to review the matric pass rate and how it can be improved. The current matric pass rate is 30%, with conditions. No candidate can obtain a National Senior Certificate if they pass all…
Here are the roads closed in Cape Town for the opening of parliament
The City of Cape Town announced the closure of several roads near the Cape Town City Hall before the opening of parliament on Thursday. “This will affect the normal flow of traffic in and around the city bowl,” said the City of Cape Town. Road users are urged to familiarise themselves with the closures and…
Mandela should never be divorced from the struggle and ANC, says Ndileka
Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter, Ndileka Mandela, says she was deeply hurt by the African National Congress’ (ANC) defeat at this year’s national and provincial elections. In an interview with The Citizen on Thursday, Ndileka, who is Thembekile Mandela’s daughter, said her family went through tough times during the struggle days. She said the loss of the…
No Mandela Day for Madiba mansion: Renovations to Houghton house stopped
Renovations to the Mandela House in Houghton have been halted following a family dispute over the mansion. Earlier this year The Citizen reported that the Collen Mashawana Foundation would renovate the house after it was abandoned by its inhabitants. The house was without electricity and had been left unkept with parts of the structure falling…
VKB Group is Recruiting for Receiving Clerk Post (Apply with grade 12)
VKB Group is currently holding a vacant post for a Receiving Clerk based in Hendrina, Mpumalanga Closing date: 25 July 2024Location: Hendrina, Mpumalanga Introduction VKB Agriculture (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company in the Northeast Free State with interests in Limpopo. This organisation which strives towards healthy and modern business practices offers employees the opportunity…
LIVE UPDATES: Politicians gather for the opening of Parliament
President Cyril Ramaphosa will address a joint meeting of the two houses of Parliament on Thursday, officially kicking off the five-year parliamentary cycle. Several roads have been closed ahead of the ceremony and security is tight around the Cape Town City Hall. Politicians are set to walk the carpet ahead of his address, with fashion…
IMasFinance Co-Operative is Hiring: Member Support Assistant/ Back Office Administration
IMasFinance Co-Operative is currently recruiting for Member Support Assistant: Back Office Administration based in Centurion, Gauteng Closing date: 24 July 2024Location: Centurion, Gauteng Purpose: Provide effective and efficient administrative functions in the membership support unit. Ensure seamless coordination of administrative duties, perform thorough verification and approval processes as a first-line responsibility, and manage data related…
Mpumalanga driver nabbed for driving at 199 km/h
A 40-year-old man was stopped in his tracks while driving at almost double the speed limit on the N4 Schoemanskloof Road in Mpumalanga. The alleged offender was driving a VW Golf 5 at 199 km/h in a 100 km/h zone at around 5 pm on Tuesday. He was spotted and arrested by the Community Safety,…
Government spends R100 billion to subsidise private medical care, says NHI spearhead
The newly reinstalled Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, came out firing in support of the National Health Insurance (NHI). The former home affairs minister submitted the Department of Health’s budget for the 2024/25 financial year to the National Council of Provinces on Wednesday, 17 July. Motsoaledi has been championing the NHI since he was…