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Dear Editor A lack of response from SASCOC on burning issues, contribute to the dysfunction within sporting bodies, as is evidenced by its failure to address the issues within Netball SA. The DA welcomes the feedback from the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that they will bring the transgression in Netball SA to the …
Dear Editor Acting Public Protector, Adv Koleka Gcaleka’s report on allegations of a violation of the Executive Members Ethics Act by President Cyril Ramaphosa pertaining to a theft at his farm at Phala Phala delivered earlier today, was nothing more than a whitewash of the entire sordid Phala Phala scandal. Given that Adv Gcaleka is …
Dear Editor The DA has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) application after the Buffalo City Municipal Council’s irregular appointment of the new Buffalo City Metropolitan Development Agency (BCMDA) board. At a council meeting held on Thursday, 29 June 2023, the ANC-led council irregularly pushed through the appointment of a board that …
Dear Editor The DA has introduced the Constitutional Nineteenth Amendment Bill in Parliament, aiming to limit the frequency of Motions Of No Confidence to once a year in Provincial Legislatures and the National Assembly. The Bill aims to create stability in coalition governments The DA believes that South Africa is likely to see coalition governments …
Dear Editor The construction mafia has been left to run rampant in the construction industry with no effort from government to stop it. Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala’s idea for a national forum to address this issue although late is welcomed but must be coordinated. The DA proposes that the department use …
Dear Editor President Cyril Ramaphosa’s office has effectively banned Parliament from conducting oversight on the Union Buildings complex, which is a violation of the Constitution. This decision was revealed when a Member of Parliament requested permission to conduct an oversight visit and was told by a senior official in the Presidency that Parliament was not …
Dear Editor In the aftermath of the significant flooding and landspout that hit Durban earlier this week, the Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on Minster Creecy and the Department of Forestry and Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) to step up on its climate action commitments and prioritise the processing of the Climate Change Bill. The severe …
Dear Editor The DA has lodged a complaint with the Public Protector about alleged corrupt activities involving Deputy President Paul Mashatile and ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula. The party is concerned about State Capture 2.0, where corrupt tender flows finance lavish lifestyles for high-ranking ANC officials. The DA has requested a thorough investigation into the …
Dear Editor The DA is pleased to announce that we have achieved significant success in by-elections yesterday, securing increased percentage vote shares in all four wards we were defending. These results demonstrate the growing support for the DA and our commitment to delivering real change and reliable service delivery for the people of South Africa. …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) can today announce that we are arranging mass protest action against the race quotas recently introduced by the African National Congress (ANC) through the Employment Equity Amendment Act (EEAA). We invite every South African who values non-racialism, fair access to jobs and a thriving private economy to join us …
Dear Editor The DA will fight against State Capture 2.0, where corrupt tender flows fund extravagant lifestyles for high-ranking ANC officials. Recent revelations have exposed concerning connections between Deputy President Paul Mashatile and individuals who have benefited from state contracts. The DA will lodge a complaint with the Public Protector and will make an important …
Dear Editor The revelation of a R3 million loan from the wife of the former NLC chief operating officer to Fikile Mbalula confirms suspicions of a corrupt relationship between the ANC and the NLC. This connection highlights how ANC members and government ministers have financially benefited from a public entity meant to assist the disadvantaged. …
Dear Editor The Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) released by Statistics South Africa today provide damning proof that South Africa is in the midst of a jobs bloodbath at the hands of failed ANC policy and rampant corruption. The report has indicated a tragic loss of 97 000 jobs between March 2022 and March 2023, which …
Dear Editor The DA extends its heartfelt congratulations to each member of Team South Africa for their remarkable achievements and outstanding performance at the recent Special Olympics World Games in Berlin. Team South Africa brought no less than 49 medals home – 22 gold, 20 silver and 7 bronze medals across sporting codes. Their dedication, …
Dear Editor The decrease in load-shedding stages in South Africa appears to be a pause in maintenance to temporarily increase power generation. Eskom continues to underperform, with its Energy Availability Factor remaining below 60%. It is crucial for Ramokgopa, Mantashe and Gordhan to be honest and transparent about the current state of affairs. The recent …
Dear Editor In yet another exposè of how the reign of Bheki Cele as Police Minister continues to destroy the functioning of the South African Police Service, the Minister has admitted that our country faces a crisis of detectives with some provinces experiencing up to 32% shortage of detectives. It is shocking that as South …
Dear Editor In response to a DA parliamentary question, the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, confirmed that as of the end of May 2023, there was still a backlog of 55 891 DNA samples. This revelation contradicts the statements made by the Minister during his budget vote speech in May 2023. In his speech, he …
Dear Editor The Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance today unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by DA Leader, John Steenhuisen to endorse the Western Cape Provincial Powers Bill tabled in the Western Cape Legislature on 26 May this year. This Bill encapsulates the DAs approach to federal autonomy for provinces and metros that have the …
Dear Editor The revelation in a reply to a Parliamentary Question by the DA that over 300 South African Post Offices (SAPO) have been closed by the ANC government within a mere three-year period is a clear indication of complete mismanagement and disregard for the well-being of our citizens. The closure of 314 branches, including …
Dear Editor The DA calls for the immediate dismissal of Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe due to his continuous defiance of the President and his failure to acknowledge his responsibility in energy planning and international cooperation. It has become abundantly clear that Mantashe’s actions and ideologies are hindering the much-needed rapid and just energy transition in …
Dear Editor The Minister of Higher Education, Blade Nzimande, must place Unisa under administration following the Independent Assessor’s (IA) report compiled by Prof Themba Mosia. Governance challenges at Unisa is a concern and the impact on teaching and learning has been highlighted on numerous occasions. Prof Mosia’s scope of investigation was to assess: the function …
Dear Editor The DA in North West categorically rejects the Patriotic Alliance’s (PA) disingenuous assertion that the DA has entered into a coalition with the EFF in the Ditsobotla Local Municipality. The DA is on record that we would never enter into a coalition with the EFF whose ideology and policy framework does not align …
Dear Editor The DA has noted the remarks by Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, where he stated that should State Capture occur again, Parliament would never be able to prevent it as nothing has fundamentally changed in the operations or rules of Parliament. This is true. And the DA has long held that a working and …
Dear Editor The recent approval of the South African Postbank Limited Amendment Bill by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) further entrenches unsustainable fiscal practices. This Bill, which is now sitting on the President’s desk awaiting ratification, proposes the establishment of a new holding entity for the Postbank. This move is ostensibly designed to facilitate …