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Disaster vs separation of powers

Coronavirus Franny Rabkin - 21 May 2020

The Democratic Alliance’s court case is about much more than an esoteric question of constitutional law

Domestic workers are hit hard by lockdown

Coronavirus Sarah Smit - 7 May 2020

According to UIF data, only 15 888 domestic workers, of a possible 673 940, have been paid from the Covid-19 Temporary employer-employee relief scheme

No annual R22-million for Ingonyama Trust Board

Article Paddy Harper - 29 Apr 2020

The submission of the ITB’s budget is understood to have been delayed by the de facto suspension of its top management

Can democracy be distance friendly?

Article Paul Kariuki - 22 Apr 2020

Parliament and parliamentarians need to adjust their working procedures to ensure they are there for citizens during this crisis

Parliament to shut down in bid to control the spread of Covid-19

Article Lester Kiewit - 17 Mar 2020

The legislature will suspend its business indefinitely from Wednesday, after a final sitting to pass two pieces of critical legislation to keep the wheels of government turning

Covid-19 screenings at Parliament as MPs meet despite gatherings ban

Article Lester Kiewit - 17 Mar 2020

Parliament said it will convene only to pass legislation pertaining to Tito Mboweni’s budget Bill before MPs adjourn for their constituency break

Is Parliament suspended? Political parties in the dark after coronavirus gatherings ban

Article Lester Kiewit - 15 Mar 2020

Hundreds of legislators won’t be able to meet in parliamentary chambers after restrictions on gatherings to curb the spread of Covid-19 disease

Anger, drugs and parties in MPs’ villages

Article Lester Kiewit - 11 Mar 2020

The public works department told Parliament that there were ongoing efforts to increase safety and patrols at the villages, which are fortified by fences and monitored by cameras and access-controlled booms

The time to care for older people

Article Sarah Smit - 6 Mar 2020

One man is pushing for a change to labour legislation that will allow workers to take paid time off to look after their parents

Serjeant-at-arms takes her leave

Article Lester Kiewit - 13 Dec 2019

Regina Mohlomi says she never saw herself as a parliamentary bouncer

Send copyright Bill back to Parliament, Mr President

Article Monica Seeber - 7 Nov 2019

It may have good intentions but it fails to achieve what it sets out to do

Copyright Amendment Bill sent back for the right reasons

Article Andre Myburgh - 1 Nov 2019

Parliament passed the Bill but the president has, for very good reason, did not sign it off

Steenhuisen to lead DA in Parliament

Article Lester Kiewit - 27 Oct 2019

The former party chief whip becomes the next leader of the opposition in parliament after being the only candidate to be nominated

ANC fiddles as Mkhwebane burns

Article Lester Kiewit - 26 Jul 2019

As the courts batter the public protector, the ANC in Parliament is trying to work out how to appear to be taking action while staying unified

Gender parity in Cabinet does not guarantee progress for women — activists

Article Aaisha Dadi Patel - 30 May 2019

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s move to appoint a Cabinet that is gender equitable is commendable, but more needs to be done in the corridors of power

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Ithala backs its embattled chairperson

Paddy Harper - 25 Oct 2020

Roshan Morar is being investigated in connection with KwaZulu-Natal education department backpack sanitiser tender worth R4-million and a batch of face masks that vanished

National

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

National

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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Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

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