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latest news & developments‘You’re an idiot’, MP tells Kebby Maphatsoe
DA MP David Maynier insulted Deputy Defence Minister Kebby Maphatsoe in the National Assembly over the latter’s claims against Thuli Madonsela.
EFF: We’re going to go to Gaza
An EFF MP has told a crowd of pro-Palestinian demonstrators outside Parliament that her party stands with them and is going to Gaza.
SA condemns ‘disproportionate’ Israeli force
The force used by Israel in its attacks on Hamas militants in Gaza is "disproportionate", the department of international relations said.
Rhino poaching ‘could reach new high’
The number of rhinos poached this month could hit a new high despite the best efforts of authorities, MPs heard on Tuesday.
‘Alarming’ rise in rural unemployment, MPs told
While the spectre of widespread mining strikes stalks the economic landscape, MPs have heard there has been an "alarming" rise in rural unemployment.
MPs hear of ‘expensive’ pit toilets
The public services select committee has heard building pit toilets in rural areas is an expensive and problem-plagued business.
Ex spy: Western nations ‘trying to infiltrate SA’
Former senior spy master Barry Gilder says Western intelligence services are "actively involved" in trying to infiltrate South Africa’s government.
DA seeks to push NPA for Zuma’s corruption documents
The DA is looking to force the NPA to produce complete documents relating to its decision to drop corruption charges against President Jacob Zuma.
Pleas to regulate toxic waste heard in Parliament
Parliament has heard that it is unclear who is responsible for managing radioactive and toxic mining waste outside Witwatersrand mine properties.
SAA’s finances under scrutiny
Parliament has heard that South African Airways’ balance sheets aren’t looking good but the national carrier’s pilots are among the best in the world.
DRDGold responds to Parliament’s ‘blackmail’ comments
DRDGold says it has sent a written submission to Parliament’s water affairs portfolio committee head following comments he made about the company.