Letter

Dear Editor The implementation of Stage 6 load-shedding yet again, has laid bare that Eskom does not have enough generating capacity to keep the power on. The power utility clearly does not have the expertise or the funding to mitigate blackouts which begs the question of whether another bailout is on the cards. The DA …

Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes a decision by the Constitutional Court today, dismissing an application by former president, Jacob Zuma for leave to appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgement confirming that a decision by former National Commissioner of Correctional Services, Arthur Fraser’s decision to place him on medical parole was unlawful …

Dear Editor Today, 13 July 2023, the DA in the Eastern Cape concluded a very successful engagement with the Chief of the amaBhaca people, Bhekamabandla Mdutyana, at the amaBhaca kraal near Mount Frere. I was joined by DA Alfred Nzo Constituency Leader, Baxolile Nodada MP, and local DA councillors and we were welcomed with open …

Dear Editor The DA supports the Constitutional Court’s decision to uphold the suspension of Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane, who was suspended by President Cyril Ramaphosa in accordance with the Constitution. The suspension is necessary to protect the Office of the Public Protector while the Committee for Section 194 Enquiry completes its investigation into Mkhwebane’s potential …

Dear Editor The fact that none of the Blue Light Bullies have been arrested raises concerns about fairness and justice. Police Minister Bheki Cele must take immediate action, including announcing the arrest of the attackers, to address the public’s demand for transparency and swift justice. There is a great need for accountability. Internal disciplinary processes …

Dear Editor Why is it that no arrests have been made in relation to recent attacks on trucks in Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal? Clear video evidence of one of the arsonists caught in the act is available, yet no action has been taken. The DA will open a case against the truck attackers under the …

Dear Editor Minister Ramokgopa’s statement that the “recovery” in generation capacity was sustainable, was obviously untrue. Ramokgopa provided misleading information for political purposes and the DA calls for a public apology and factual information, The false claims may have been a deliberate decision by President Cyril Ramaphosa and his government to mislead the public about …

Dear Editor On 29 June the DA lodged a complaint with the Public Protector about alleged corrupt activities involving Deputy President Paul Mashatile. Today we have written to the Public Protector to supplement our initial complaint with new revelations about the Deputy President’s activities. Our commitment is to ensure transparency, accountability, and the dismantling of …

Dear Editor The DA will open a case against the truck attackers in terms of anti-terrorism legislation. This will send a strong message to any criminal wanting to commit such acts. The DA cannot allow the perpetrators in these attacks to walk away scot-free like the instigators in the July unrests. The DA will open …

Dear Editor Electricity’s Minister Ramakgopa’s claim of no increase in loadshedding was proven false as the country returned to Stage 4 power cuts shortly after the statement. The recent cold weather has also put Eskom’s ability to handle winter demand to the test. The DA is concerned about the unsustainable and dishonest practices employed to …

Dear Editor Thousands of nurses around the country are without work because the ANC government is failing to address the nursing crisis. As a result, the German government are now employing our nurses overseas. While the DA welcomes this development we plead with government to urgently address the nurse shortage crisis. While the German government …

Dera Editor The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala’s claim that over 200 arrests have been made in relation to the construction mafia seems far fetched. The situation on the ground does not reflect or support his claims. The DA has submitted a PAIA application to SAPS to give a breakdown of these …

Dear Editor The DA calls on the Presidency to launch an immediate and thorough investigation into the transfer of the Director-General (DG) of the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), Mr Lindokuhle Mkhumane, following alleged irregular funds requested from an ANC branch. This comes after the Sunday Times reported that Mr Mkhumane was given illegal …

Dear Editor 9000 unemployed social workers in South Africa while the vulnerable are deprived of essential services. DSD has failed to fill 1 279 vacant posts across the country. Minister Zulu must implement urgent measures to fill the vacant posts and address the shortages. The DA calls on the Minister of Social Development, Lindiwe Zulu, …

Dear Editor The DA demands clarity from Minister Blade Nzimande and BASA regarding the NSFAS direct payment debacle. NSFAS beneficiaries are now required to use specific service providers to access their funds through the new NSFAS Mastercard. Concerns have been raised about the selection of these service providers, their costs, and the lack of transparency …

Dear Editor Acting DG of Public Works and Infrastructure, Ms. Nyeledi Makhubele, informed the Portfolio Committee that a circular would be issued for leasing 300 DPWI properties. No circular has been issued to date, and the Portfolio Committee has not received an update on the delay. The DA has requested the DPWI Portfolio Committee Chairperson …

Dear Editor Shortage of 129 Veterinary doctors (Vets) in SA, which accounts for 45% of all funded positions, posing a risk to animal health, food safety, and security. The shortage has persisted for the past 5 years, hindering efforts to maintain the health of livestock amidst disease outbreaks. Minister Motsoaledi urged to reconsider removing Vets …