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EFF thrown out of parly committee after ‘physical threat’ to Gordhan

Article Natasha Marrian - 11 Jul 2019

hree EFF MPs advanced towards the public enterprises minister in a ‘threatening manner’

The ANC’s centre cannot hold without Zuma

Article Staff Reporter - 2 Apr 2016

In a united party, when the leader steps down, the deputy steps up to fill his shoes. In a divided ANC though, things are more likely to fall apart.

The heads that will roll: Zuma allies face an uncertain future

Article Staff Reporter - 11 Feb 2016

President Jacob Zuma’s about-turn on Nkandla could affect his loyal supporters, although the ANC isn't likely to throw them out into the cold.

Nkandla: Did Zuma flout the Constitution or make a mistake?

Article Phillip De Wet - 11 Feb 2016

Jacob Zuma suddenly seemed to abandon the last shreds of his defence during Constitutional Court proceedings this week.

Nkandla: Fact checking the spin

Article Sarah Evans - 27 Jul 2015

Some believe there were only a few officials responsible for cost overruns at Nkandla. The public protector's report found differently.

Police minister’s Nkandla report misses the key point

Analysis Staff Reporter - 25 Jun 2015

The law clearly states that even essential security measures must be paid for by the owner of the property, even if he has not agreed to the upgrade.

DA: Zuma owes SA R52.9-million for Nkandla

Article Sapa - 20 Mar 2015

Based on Thuli Madonsela's report, the DA has calculated that Zuma is liable for at least an amount of R52.9-million for the non-security upgrades.

DA SMS ruling a ‘landmark judgment’

Article Chantelle Benjamin 1 - 19 Jan 2015

The ruling, which found that the DA was within its rights to say Zuma had stolen taxpayer money, was one that would "liberate fair comment".

Group asks Parliament to remove Madonsela

Article Sapa - 9 Oct 2014

A group called 'concerned lawyers and educationalists for equality before the law' has written to Parliament, asking for Thuli Madonsela's removal.

Zuma: Who reviews the public protector?

Article Sarah Evans - 12 Sep 2014

Zuma rebuffs public protectors reports by positing that her office is not immune from review.

Nkandla could be heading for courtroom

Article Phillip De Wet - 29 Aug 2014

Jacob Zuma shunned his last chance to come clean by responding to the Nkandla report - now it's up to those who complained to take the next step.

ANC demands Madonsela name alleged Nkandla letter leak

Article Staff Reporter - 26 Aug 2014

As tension over the Nkandla report continued, the ANC said public protector Thuli Madonsela must take responsibility for the leaking of documents.

Jacob Zuma – 99 problems but Nkandla ain’t one

Article Staff Reporter - 19 Aug 2014

In an effort to defend his “non-responses” to the Nkandla report, the president has issued a statement in the form of a song.

Zuma’s Nkandla architect fights back

Article Staff Reporter - 17 Aug 2014

President Jacob Zuma's personal architect is expected to serve notice in the Pietermaritzburg High Court to oppose a R155-million civil claim.

Mac Maharaj: Zuma has responded to all Nkandla reports

Article Sapa - 16 Aug 2014

President Jacob Zuma included recommendations that Cabinet review its policy on presidential security and clearly define parameters for spending.

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