Jacob Zuma, a prominent South African politician, held the presidency from 2009 to 2018. Throughout his political journey, Zuma's trajectory has been a blend of achievements and controversies, rendering him a polarizing figure within South African politics.
His legacy is a subject of ongoing debate, as supporters commend his role in the anti-apartheid movement, while critics emphasize the scandals and legal challenges that overshadowed his tenure as president.
It is significant and heartening that Gordhan received a standing ovation from the whole of Parliament, opposition included.
The first statement of its kind, it signals the state’s concern over its exposure to Eskom and others.
The Ekurhuleni mayor said at an event held to remember OR Tambo that developments in the party were starting to worry the ANC’s younger members.
The court’s behaviour might call for serious discussion but SA’s decision is irrational.
The High Court in Pretoria ruled on September that Jiba and her colleague be struck off the roll of advocates.
The president told the National Council of Provinces on Tuesday that he was merely exercising his ‘legal right’ through the action.
The former ANC MP wants the court to direct that Zuma pay the costs of the application.
A civil society campaign is calling for President Zuma’s resignation and firmly backing Pravin Gordhan as he prepares to head to court.
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan’s resolve to maintain fiscal discipline and avoid a junk credit rating is facing a severe test.
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"Perhaps we are not the leadership that can take the ANC forward under these conditions."
The public protector said she was not in a position to advocate that the report, which her predecessor had prepared and finalised, be released.
In a brief media statement, the presidency acknowledged the resignation of the third member of the current board.
The matter was due to be heard along with a bid from President Jacob Zuma on November 1.
The current developments in national politics are curious enough to make anyone question their sanity.
For state capture Jacob Zuma must control the ANC, key institutions and the criminal justice system.
The currency has swung to being the emerging world’s worst performer this month, from best in the third quarter, after the move to prosecute Gordhan.
President Zuma is currently in a weakened state with only a “scorched earth” strategy remaining, says Nomura economist Peter Attard Montalto.
South African President Jacob Zuma appears increasingly vulnerable in a power struggle with his finance chief after a series of new allegations.
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Jacob Zuma’s head caved in at both temples … the Helen Zille and Julius Malema Stressheadz looked mightily pleased.
Parliament says the report cannot be handled in the same manner as other documents usually given to the speaker of the National Assembly.
The public protector was due to release her state capture report on her last day in office.
It’s 174 pages long, so you’ll need to have a strong stomach to get through it
Every citizen who cares see through the anti-Gordhan plot and support him in his confrontation with the kingdom of patronage.
South Africa is seeking stronger business and diplomatic ties with Kenya
Public protector Thuli Madonsela’s report was due to be released on Friday, but this seems unlikely.
The public protector’s office says it cannot release the report until they know whether the interdict will be granted or not.
‘We the leadership of this institution are consulting with senior council on the matter and we are currently considering the matter,’ Abrahams said.
The Supreme Court of Appeal veered from normal processes with its decision to hear arguments in open court.
The family’s lawyer, Gert van der Merwe, says the public protector has a pre-determined view of how the report should look.
Public protector Thuli Madonsela is due to release her findings by Friday, the day before her seven-year term comes to an end.