Latest articles on COPE

Objections will not suspend the election results

Article Franny Rabkin & Natasha Marrian - 10 May 2019

Smaller parties are threatening court action. But this does not automatically suspend the results of the election

Elections 2019: Over 4.9mil votes counted, Cope has hope

Article Sarah Smit - 9 May 2019

South Africans headed the polls on Wednesday to elect the country’s sixth democratic administration

Bosasa ran DCS into the ground — Bloem

Article Sarah Smit - 1 Feb 2019

Dennis Bloem recounted how “havoc” reigned over the department under Linda Mti and his predecessor Khulekani Sithole

COPE MP to ‘back up’ Agrizzi testimony at Zondo commission

Article Sarah Smit - 1 Feb 2019

Dennis Bloem was the chairperson of Parliament’s correctional services oversight committee

We colluded in our land dispossession

Article Vukani Mde - 1 Feb 2019

Like Lekota, Agrizzi has revealed a dreadful truth — we gave away the state for measly trinkets

Cope’s Lekota to introduce bill to allow independents to run for Parliament

Article Jan Gerber - 13 Dec 2018

The Electoral Laws Amendment Bill will seek to amend the Electoral Commission Act, 1996, to provide for and to regulate independent candidacy

Gigaba: ‘I’m gonna be alright’ as opposition parties react to his resignation

Article Tshidi Madia - 14 Nov 2018

The ANC's alliance partner the SACP has applauded Malusi Gigaba for his decision

Lekota joins forces with AfriForum to ‘protect property rights’

Article Jan Gerber - 10 Sep 2018

Cope leader Mosiuoa Lekota will join AfriForum in asking other countries to put pressure on South Africa not to amend the Constitution

Police portfolio committee calls for probe into Hawks

Article Alex Mitchley - 25 Aug 2018

This follows revelations made by former deputy finance minister Mcebisi Jonas at the state capture inquiry on Friday

Changes to the Constitution may boost, not weaken property rights

Article Point Author - 6 Aug 2018

Steven Friedman argues that the constitutional amendment is likely to clarify the Constitution’s current provisions on land expropriation

Hard day for Lekota at land hearings

Article Lucas Ledwaba - 29 Jun 2018

Lekota endured a difficult day, getting stick from members of the public for his opposition to proposed amendments to Section 25 of the Constitution

Ramaphosa set to answer questions in Parliament

Article Jan Gerber - 8 May 2018

Most of the focus of the questions to President Ramaphosa is expected to be on the economy

Cope: ANC, Zuma are the problem, not the judiciary

Article Staff Reporter - 7 Apr 2018

Cope National Chairperson, Pakes Dikgetsi, said Cope was extremely disturbed by the posture taken by the ANC supporters outside the court.

‘Some of us are very hurt’ by negative comments about Mam’ Winnie – Yengeni

Article Staff Reporter - 5 Apr 2018

An ANC NEC member has not taken kindly to criticism of struggle stalwart Winnie Madikizela-Mandela

Gigaba’s ‘untruths’ need to be ‘given serious attention’― Ramaphosa

Article Jan Gerber - 4 Apr 2018

In December last year, the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria ruled that Gigaba "deliberately told untruths under oath"

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Ithala backs its embattled chairperson

Paddy Harper - 25 Oct 2020

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Q&A Sessions: ‘My north star is the patient’

Eyaaz Matwadia - 24 Oct 2020

Rhulani Nhlaniki is Pfizer’s cluster lead for sub-Saharan Africa. As Pfizer starts phase III of the clinical trial of their Covid-19 vaccine candidate, he tells Malaikah Bophela that if it is successful, the company will ensure the vaccine will be available to everyone who needs it

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Murder of anti-mining activist emboldens KZN community

khaya koko - 23 Oct 2020

Mam’Ntshangase was described as a fierce critic of mining and ambassador for land rights.

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection