‘I have loved leading the DA,’ says Steenhuisen, exiting leadership race under party pressur

Donald Trump says US–Iran talks could resume within days, as officials explore a second meeting ahead of a ceasefire deadline. Tensions remain high, with a US blockade limiting activity at Iranian ports. Key sticking points include Iran’s uranium enrichment and US demands to dismantle nuclear facilities and reopen the Strait…

ActionSA is ramping up pressure on President Cyril Ramaphosa to fire Minister Maropene Ramokgopa, following explosive allegations that she received luxury vehicles worth R1.5 million. According to reports, the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Minister allegedly accepted three Chinese-made SUVs and then registered them under her son and close associates, in…

Gauteng Deputy Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba’s bid to become Judge President is under scrutiny after allegations raised at the Madlanga Commission resurfaced during his interview. Chief Justice Mandisa Maya warned the claims cast a “dark cloud” over his candidacy and may affect the Judicial Service Commission’s decision. Ledwaba denies wrongdoing…

The Democratic Alliance is betting on youth to reshape its political future. At its 2026 Federal Congress on Sunday, the party unveiled one of the youngest leadership teams in the country - signalling a clear generational shift. With leaders largely in their thirties, the DA says it’s building momentum to…

As South Africa marks 30 years since the first Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearings and prepares to commemorate Freedom Day - questions around justice, redress and unfinished business remain. This month, President Cyril Ramaphosa launched the TRC Housing Assistance Reparations Initiative in Ndwedwe, aimed at providing housing support to victims…