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Past articles by Eric:

Timid Cyril has no choice, he must act now

Ramaphosa must replace some members of his cabinet with dynamic individuals, dedicated to the people and service delivery. → Read More

ANC election fever: Let the dirty games begin

This is part of the ANC election fever – that dirty game where politicians could even kill to attain power. → Read More

ANC members fear attending branch meetings over deadly violence

ANC branch meetings across Mpumalanga experienced ‘coordinated chaos’ in anarchy that followed the pro-Cyril provincial conference. → Read More

ANC elective conference: Too many hands up for one of the top six positions

Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma is challenging Cyril Ramaphosa for the second time, while Zweli Mkhize added a spicy dynamic to the race. → Read More

Will 'opportunist' Lesufi remain loyal to Ramaphosa? What analysts say

David Makhura is a staunch Ramaphosa supporter and his fidelity will pay off. But what about Lesufi? → Read More

RET lacks candidate for Presidency as options have run out

The RET faction’s hopes are fading as it is unable to field a prominent leader for December after some refused to accept Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma as their presidential candidate. → Read More

ANC makes moves to invade Joburg Council

Phalatse could face a motion of no confidence today, brought by the ANC and its allies, who are in opposition to the DA-led governing coalition. → Read More

US to engage more with SA after Ramaphosa's visit

Several American businesses interested in investing in SA. → Read More

AmaCirha clan vow to reclaim Xhosa kingdom

The AmaCirha claim is inspired by the AmaMpondomise and AmaMpondo having their kingdoms restored. → Read More

RET hurdle for Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma

The minister of cooperative governance and traditional affairs was endorsed by Zuma for the position of president and he encouraged his supporters to do so. → Read More

Joburg mayor Mpho Phalatse unfazed, vows to continue with 'business as usual'

Phalatse accused the minority opposition bloc of joining the ANC chorus in calling for a motion of no confidence in her and her entire executive. → Read More

PAC leaders elected unopposed, but some members cry foul

But some members from the camp of former PAC deputy president Lunga Mantashe expressed dissatisfaction with the congress, saying they reject its outcome. → Read More

'Suicidal mission': Proposal for PAC to withdraw from Parliament opposed

The PAC is currently represented in Parliament by Nyhontso and has members in a few municipal councils. → Read More

HIV is still a big threat in Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa continues to carry the greatest burden of HIV infections in the world. → Read More

ANC still has ‘no plan’ for stagnant economy

No clear strategy for manufacturing and mining, says expert → Read More

ANC 'green lights' Motsoaledi's proposed policy on SA's immigration system

Motsoaledi has been praised in some quarters for his interventions, which are running ahead of the ANC’s policy formulation. → Read More

ANC to discuss framework policy on illegal migrants

Since the ANC came to power, there had been no credible immigration framework to meet new challenges. → Read More

Zuma still has ANC KZN on a string

It has been proven that once Zuma approves you as a leader, he expects you to fight his battles. → Read More

Sisulu wants child rapists chemically castrated

Sisulu believes this would assist in dealing with endemic abuse of women and children. → Read More

Numsa infighting threatens to spill over in umbrella Saftu

According to sources within Numsa, a decision by the union’s special central committee to suspend about 30 elected leaders and shop stewards has heightened concerns that a split could have on the federation. → Read More