Limpopo Stadium Project Soaks up Time and Money
“Why are you investigating our stadium?” asks spokesperson
infrastructure
Campus Violence: How the ANC’s Racial Politics Has Misled Our Youth
The Freedom Front Plus Youth (VF Plus-jeug) strongly condemns the ongoing unrest and vandalism on campuses of the University of the Free State (UFS) fuelled by students claiming that the new financial policy is racially discriminatory, despite clear communication regarding the matter from the University. The University clearly stated that the new arrangements regarding outstanding […]
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Dr Beyers Naudé Municipality: Council Blocks Trip Abroad
Opposition parties, including the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus), achieved a significant victory against the ANC/CSA/EFF governing coalition of the Dr Beyers Naudé Local Municipality by blocking a planned overseas trip for three senior officials. It demonstrates that accountable governance and service delivery should take precedence over lavish overseas excursions. Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd had […]
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CoJ: Repair of Potholes, Crumbling Infrastructure, and Proper Budget Allocation
We, the undersigned residents and taxpayers of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, hereby submit this petition in the interest of our communities and the fair use of public funds. Our Concerns: 1. The ongoing neglect of roads are visible in the numerous potholes and unsafe driving conditions across the city. 2. The rapid deterioration […]
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Herberg Hotel Fire Symbolises Utter Decay of Krugersdorp CBD
The fire that caused significant damage to the Herberg Hotel in Krugersdorp’s central business district (CBD) on Monday evening (13 October) is far more than an isolated incident. It serves as clear proof that the heart of Krugersdorp is decaying at a rapid rate. Although the police are still investigating the cause of the fire […]
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More Money Down Bottomless NHI Pit
More alarm bells are ringing regarding the National Health Insurance (NHI) as government has indicated it wants to redirect tax credits for private medical scheme contributions to the NHI Fund. This would channel an amount of approximately R34 billion to the NHI. Members of medical schemes will effectively be “penalised” for not being a burden […]
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Trade Is Shaping New Global Power Relations: What This Means for Africa
There has been a rebalancing of global trade dynamics with wide-ranging consequences for international business.
No Water for Nine Weeks
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) has urgently appealed to the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, to immediately intervene in the Mafube Local Municipality, where residents have been waiting nearly nine weeks for a water pump so sustainable water supply can be restored to the area. The Free State Department […]
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VF+ Demands Accountability for Water Leak in Impala Park
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) demands that the Ekurhuleni Metro prioritise water leak repairs to prevent large-scale water wastage, such as in Impala Park, Boksburg. The leak in Locheed Street was reported last Thursday, but was only repaired by Saturday. Despite constant pressure from the Freedom Front Plus, the taps of residents of Griffon […]
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These Villagers Have to Fix Their Own Roads and Drains
They can’t wait for the government to prepare for the next rainy season
China and the US Are in a Race for Critical Minerals. African Countries Need to Make the Rules
The competition for Africa’s critical minerals between China and the West presents an opportunity.
Ceasefire in Gaza: Too Soon for Unbridled Celebrations
The GOOD Party welcomes reports of an imminent ceasefire in the Holy Land. It will bring immediate relief to both Palestinians and Israelis: The genocide in Gaza will be placed on pause, Hamas will release the Israeli hostages it still holds, and Israel will release Palestinian political prisoners.
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Workers Take to the Streets on World Day for Decent Work
COSATU marches in major cities to highlight corruption, job losses and high cost of living
We’re Being Pushed Out, Say Kalk Bay Fishing Families
Massive increase in water bills means they cannot afford to stay
Address Crumbling Housing Before Planning Mega-Cities
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is concerned about the Ekurhuleni Metro’s constant focus on so-called “mega-city” developments, while existing municipal housing is in a terrible condition. Across the Metro area, thousands of apartments and housing units are literally falling apart. Many of these units are vacant even though there are lots of families, who […]
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Kempton Park Gets a Facelift for G20
It is ironic that with the G20 summit around the corner, Kempton Park’s central business district (CBD) is suddenly getting a lot of attention as part of the Ekurhuleni Metro’s so-called “CBD Revitalisation Programme” led by Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza. The Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Roads and Transport Planning, Andile Mngwevu, paid an oversight […]
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Ceasefire Would Best Honour Dead Israeli and Palestinian Civilians
Today marks the second anniversary of Hamas’ deadly incursion of Israel that claimed 1200 lives and saw 250 Israelis taken hostage – 20 of whom are still believed to be alive.
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Lesotho Families, Moved to Make Way for a Dam, Lose Court Battle
20 years after they were displaced by the Mohale Dam, court tells families to share their compensation payout
Ekurhuleni’s Handling of Extensive Power Outages Unacceptable
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is deeply concerned about the ongoing power outages affecting large parts of Boksburg, including Jet Park, Witfield, Comet, Boksburg North and surrounds, since the weekend. These outages are reportedly caused by attempted cable theft on one of the city’s 132kV main lines near the N12, which severely damaged infrastructure. […]
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South Africans Are Going off the Service Grid: What Happens When Citizens Replace the State?
Failing water, power, sanitation and security services in South Africa are spurring households and communities to do it themselves.
Thousands Celebrate Abahlali Basemjondolo’s 20th Anniversary in Durban
Shack dwellers’ movement was founded in 2005
People Fight for Water as Infrastructure Crumbles
uMzinyathi District Municipality in northern KwaZulu-Natal is failing to supply water
Court Ruling Exposes Mpumalanga Government’s Systematic Corruption Spanning Decades
The Gauteng High Court’s ruling in favour of the company Grand Valley Estates, owned by conservation activist Fred Daniel, serves as more proof that the Mpumalanga provincial government deals recklessly with taxpayers’ money. The Court ordered Mpumalanga’s Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) and the Land Claims Commissioner to pay R306 109 240 plus interest of […]
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Billions Needed to Fix Courts, Prisons and Police Buildings
Department of Public Works has a R30-billion maintenance backlog