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Former president Jacob Zuma demands reinstatement as ANC member, threatening legal action. His desire to remain in the party causes tension in the MK party. The ANC anniversary event in Cape Town overshadowed by Zuma’s actions. MK party faces internal turmoil and funding disputes. Zuma’s efforts to rejoin the ANC met with resistance.
Grammy award-winning artist Kaytranada headlines the Milk and Cookies Festival in South Africa, thrilling festival-goers with a dance frenzy in Cape Town. The festival founders discuss the event’s origins and the cultural connection to South Africa. The lineup features diverse artists, with a focus on positive music and bridging cultural gaps. The festival aims to showcase music that resonates with black communities and promote international and local talent.
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers ANC’s January 8th Statement at Mandela Park Stadium, emphasizing the party’s need for renewal post-2024 defeat. He addresses challenges in Western Cape, stresses alliance unity, defends Government of National Unity formation, and asserts ANC’s hold on state power. Ramaphosa acknowledges electoral setback and outlines party’s renewal plans, including six key priorities for 2025.
The City of Cape Town disputes an environmental group’s findings of sewage contamination in Cape Peninsula beaches. Project Blue report by RethinkTheStink challenges the city’s water quality claims, revealing contamination at popular sites. City alleges labs used were not accredited, demanding a public apology. Evidence shows labs were accredited. Conflict continues between city and environmentalists.
Four individuals, including a woman, were apprehended at Nelson Mandela’s Houghton residence, with a hijacked vehicle discovered on the premises. Limited information is available on their activities at the house. Ongoing coverage by senior reporter Aviwe Mtila.
Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi’s resignation from EFF as an MP sparks uncertainty about his future in the party. Ndlozi, who joined in 2013, has represented the party for a decade. His recent rift with EFF led to his absence from the national conference. Analysts suggest he could follow Godrich Gardee’s path to a political comeback within the party.
Former EFF national spokesperson Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns as a member of Parliament, along with Yazini Tetyana. The EFF accepts their resignations and plans to redeploy them. Ndlozi was absent from the party’s recent conference and was not re-elected to the Central Command Team.
KwaZulu-Natal government warns residents of ongoing inclement weather, following three weather-related deaths and a fatal multi-vehicle crash. Motorists urged to be cautious due to slippery road conditions.
South Africa exported $13.2 billion of agricultural products in 2023, with 40% going to Africa, mainly in Southern Africa. Economist Ndaba Gaolathe highlights the need for collaboration in the region to address trade issues and poverty. Botswana and Namibia have faced trade friction with South Africa but are gradually removing restrictions. Gaolathe emphasizes the importance of affordable food prices and domestic agricultural development.
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