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Edinburgh Rugby has named its side to face Leinster in tomorrow evening’s BKT United Rugby Championship clash at Aviva Stadium (Saturday 31 January, kick-off 5.30pm) – live on Premier Sports. Scotland trio Duhan van der Merwe, Freddy Douglas, and Magnus Bradbury are all released from Six Nations training camp for the match-up in Dublin as …
Statement by Toby Chance MP – DA Spokesperson on Trade, Industry & Competition: The recently gazetted draft changes to the B-BBEE codes of good practice are proof that Minister Parks Tau is determined to carry on with his flawed so-called Transformation Fund. This Fund has no real funding, organised business has no interest in it, …
Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s Quinton de Kock was the star performer of Betway SA20 Season 4, with his exhilarating performances captivating the crowds around the country. De Kock claimed the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player of the Year along with the Batter of the Year award. Paarl Royals new recruit Ottneil Baartman claimed the Bowler of …
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has entered a multi-year partnership with Red Bull as its Official Energy Supplier.
The post RED BULL GIVES WINGS TO CRICKET SOUTH AFRICA AS OFFICIAL ENERGY SUPPLIER first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
The blame for the prolonged and repeated power outages that have plunged thousands of residents in northern Alberton into total darkness for more than a week can be laid squarely on the shoulders of the incompetent ANC/EFF coalition government. This situation borders on the dereliction of the duty to provide basic services and is simply […]
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The decision by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to order Israel’s chargé d’affaires to leave the country within 72 hours is further proof of the ANC’s unilateral and detrimental conduct, which is not serving South Africa’s best interests. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is stunned by the decision to declare Mr […]
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The Ekurhuleni Metro’s quarterly report for October to December 2025 paints a disturbing picture of squandering, misguided priorities and a metro that spends tax money without delivering services. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) had warned during the budget process that constant tariff increases are unsustainable, because residents simply cannot afford them. The latest report […]
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It is regrettable that the City of Cape Town waited until the situation became a crisis that claimed human lives before Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis allocated R114 million to enhance safety measures on the so-called “Hell Run” section of the N2 near the airport. The situation is reminiscent of the current foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, where decisive […]
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January is the perfect time to reset, refocus, and commit to your personal and professional growth. It’s easy to feel like you’re already doing enough or under too much pressure to add “learning” to your New Year’s goals, but growth doesn’t have to mean more stress. In fact, when approached intentionally, it can become one …
GOOD Stellenbosch Councillor Grechard Petersen welcomes the investigation by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) into Swimming South Africa (SSA) regarding the Franschhoek High Performance Centre, amid serious allegations of maladministration and the possible mismanagement of more than R50 million in public funds, from a project estimated to cost approximately R111 million.
The post GOOD WELCOMES SIU INVESTIGATION AND DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY OVER FRANSCHHOEK HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTRE appeared first on For Good.
Kumar Dharmasena and Wayne Knights will be the on-field umpires for the opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between Pakistan and the Netherlands to be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club ground on 7 February. Dharmasena, an off-spinner who was a member of the Sri Lankan team that won the ICC …
In the days of apartheid it used to tickle me no end to see patrons and listeners earnestly bopping to these songs whilst not knowing at all the provenance or message behind them. Imagine a short pant white, with a right wing demeanor ‘goiing’ to these songs in the disco, at the festival or wedding …
Following one of the busiest festive seasons on record, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has launched Cars4Good 2026 – a bold, nationwide fundraising campaign in partnership with Suzuki Auto South Africa to support rescue readiness and help prevent drowning. Between 15 December 2025 and 15 January 2026, NSRI volunteers rescued 201 people – a …
Auditor-General has condemned “no-consequence culture” in government
The devastating floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga in recent weeks have brought to the fore the stark reality that many South Africans have long known – the country's healthcare system is under-prepared for the challenges posed by natural disasters. The tragic loss of life and the suffering of countless families serve as a powerful reminder of South Africa's urgent need for a resilient healthcare infrastructure capable of withstanding such catastrophes.
“In light of the recent disastrous floods and fires that have ravaged the country, I extend my heartfelt condolences to all families who have lost loved ones during this challenging time,” said Ms Faith Muthambi, the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Health.
“The impact on our healthcare infrastructure is profound. It is imperative that we address both the immediate and long-term consequences of these disasters. The loss of life remains the foremost concern,” she said.
The floods wreaked havoc on communities, displaced families, destroyed homes and left many without access to basic necessities. Amidst this disaster, the healthcare sector faces a crisis. Clinics and hospitals are strained and are now inundated with patients suffering from flood-related injuries, while simultaneously grappling with the risk of disease outbreaks.
The South African Medical Research Council has raised alarms about potential cholera outbreaks due to compromised water quality in the affected areas. This situation not only highlights the immediate healthcare needs but also underscores the long-term implications of inadequate infrastructure.
The loss of loved ones, homes and livelihoods creates an environment ripe for mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression. As families grapple with grief it is imperative that mental health services are equally prioritised. The healthcare system must extend its reach beyond physical ailments to encompass the psychological well-being of the population. Ensuring that mental health resources are available and accessible should be a priority in any disaster response plan.
The infrastructure of our healthcare facilities, particularly in rural areas, has been compromised. Many clinics have been rendered inaccessible, exacerbating the healthcare system's challenges. In the Western Cape, the recent fire at Paarl Provincial Hospital at Drakenstein Municipality serves as a reminder of the vulnerabilities intrinsic in our healthcare system. Although the fire was quickly contained and no injuries were reported, it raises critical questions about the preparedness of our hospitals to respond to emergencies effectively.
The Disaster Management Act mandates a coordinated response to emergencies, yet the reality on the ground when such disasters occur reveals a different story. Fragmentation between various departments and agencies can lead to delays in response times and inadequate resource allocation. It is essential that we foster collaboration among all relevant stakeholders, including government departments, healthcare providers and the community to create a unified front in disaster preparedness and response.
The recent floods have illuminated the critical need for proactive measures to strengthen our healthcare system. As the Portfolio Committee on Health prepares for its oversight visit in Mpumalanga and Limpopo next week, committee members will visit the affected areas. This will be an opportunity to gather firsthand information on the conditions of healthcare facilities and allow us to identify necessary interventions that are desperately needed in communities. The oversight is not just a formality or ticking of the box. The visit represents a commitment in ensuring that the healthcare needs of our communities are met, both in times of crisis and in everyday life.
Natural disasters like the floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga serve as a wake-up call that our healthcare system must develop to meet the challenges of an unpredictable future, Ms Muthambi said.
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For media inquiries or interviews with the Chairperson, please contact the committee's Media Officer:
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South Africans must pay close attention to the lawfare being conducted by two former Presidents relating to the Khampepe Commission.
The post NEW STALINGRAD LOADING: JUDGE KHAMPEPE DISMISSES ZUMA/MBEKI RECUSAL APPLICATION appeared first on For Good.
The healthcare industry has evolved significantly in the past decade with innovation, improved servicing and consolidation of medical schemes emerging. Bonitas Medical Fund has taken a strategic step in responding to the needs of its members and the Health Citizens of South Africa, by appointing Momentum Health as its new administrator from 1 June 2026. …
During Thursday’s council meeting, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) did not support the proposal to create a deputy mayor position for Johannesburg. This proposal has nothing to do with the city’s actual challenges, but everything with the ANC’s internal power struggles. Johannesburg faces serious service delivery problems, decaying infrastructure and a growing financial crisis. […]
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In this second episode of SAIIA’s World in Flux series, we examine BRICS through South Africa’s experience inside the group, using it as a window into what BRICS can realistically achieve, what it is unlikely ever to become, and why its rapid expansion has created both opportunity and friction. What You Will Learn: Why South …
The joint oversight committees, comprising the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Standing Committee on Auditor-General, have raised serious concerns over persistent governance, financial management and service delivery failures at several KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) municipalities, including Impendle and Nquthu municipalities.
The committees held engagements with the municipalities at the Pietermaritzburg Town Hall yesterday, as part of their week-long oversight oversight visit to KZN, focusing on municipalities identified by the Auditor-General of South Africa as distressed or dysfunctional.
The committees expressed deep concern over Nquthu Local Municipality's recurring audit failures and weak post-audit action plan. While limited progress was noted, the municipality was warned that its submissions lack clear targets, measurable outcomes and credible strategies to address supply chain and contract management failures, budget–service delivery misalignment and overreliance on consultants.
The municipality was instructed to submit a comprehensive, time-bound post-audit action plan with clear responsibilities, measurable outcomes and monitoring mechanisms. Provincial Treasury, the MECs for COGTA and Finance, and the Auditor-General will oversee implementation.
The committees further directed the municipality to strengthen controls to prevent unauthorised, irregular, fruitless, and wasteful (UIFW) expenditure and to submit a full report on investigations, disciplinary or criminal action taken and preventative measures. Bonuses and incentives must reflect actual performance, failing which restitution will be enforced.
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on COGTA, Dr Zweli Mkhize, said the municipality has three months to submit the required reports and demonstrate improvement, warning that failure will lead to constitutional interventions.
The committees also expressed grave concern over Impendle Local Municipality's financial distress and governance failures. Despite repeated Treasury interventions during the 2024/25 financial year, recommended measures were not implemented resulting in the loss of R36 million in grant funding and irregular payments exceeding R600 000 in bonuses, gratuities and allowances.
Misleading information provided to Parliament, including the underreporting of salary expenditure, was strongly condemned. Political instability, including the absence of a functioning mayor and poor council cooperation, was cited as a key contributor to the municipality's dysfunction.
Municipal leadership was directed to comply fully with MEC-recommended recovery plans, strengthen financial controls, ring-fence compensation of employees and prevent further UIFW expenditure. The committees warned that misleading Parliament and continued non-compliance will attract serious consequences. Urgent intervention is required to stabilise governance and restore service delivery, particularly in water, housing and infrastructure.
The committees also engaged with Endumeni, Nongoma, Msunduzi and uMhlathuze local municipalities, raising concerns over audit failures, weak financial and procurement controls, unfunded budgets, infrastructure backlogs, high consultancy costs and poor accountability.
Endumeni Local Municipality was rebuked for unexplained cash gratuities exceeding R20 000 for each senior manager and was directed to submit a time-bound Audit Action Plan. Nongoma Local Municipality was criticised for weak contract management and grant under-spending and ordered to submit a verified post-audit plan.
Msunduzi Local Municipality received a stern warning over persistent governance failures, rising debt and service delivery breakdowns. At uMhlathuze Local Municipality, the committees raised concerns over water losses, budget shortfalls, security risks and unlawful salary deductions. They warned that provincial intervention may be required.
Dr Mkhize reaffirmed the committees' commitment to enforcing accountability, financial discipline and constitutional obligations to the municipalities. The committees will wrap up their oversight visit programme today with engagements with the Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma District Municipality and traditional leaders in Pietermaritzburg.
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The Council of the Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality (Burgersfort, Ohrigstad, Steelpoort) has adopted a motion by the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) calling for a comprehensive investigation into the affordability of property rates, service charges and rebates. This is an important victory for residents and businesses under severe financial strain. The cost of living has […]
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The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) warns that the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality’s unqualified audit opinion for 2024/25 should in no way be construed as an indication of stability or sound governance. It only appears to conceal the problems of a municipality in serious financial distress, with poor controls, significant non-compliance and an utter lack […]
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Minister McKenzie advances Transformation through approval of 21 Geographical Name Changes On Monday, 26 January 2026, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Honourable Mr Gayton McKenzie, approved twenty-one (21) geographical name changes and name registrations from the Eastern Cape (EC) and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) provinces, following recommendations from the South African Geographical Names Council (SAGNC). …
Nigeria’s escalating violence, often framed abroad as religious persecution, has evolved into a nationwide crisis affecting communities of all faiths […]