Former President Thabo Mbeki and President Cyril Ramaphosa. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian A power struggle within the African National Congress (ANC) has reached a boiling point, with calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa to step down and the party's leadership to be replaced by a national task team led by former president Thabo Mbeki. The controversy began with a letter circulated among senior ANC members in the Eastern Cape, sparking speculation about Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired a warning shot at his critics, challenging them to name a date for his resignation and accusing them of discussing his exit "in dark corners like cowards". This bold move comes as the ANC announces the outcome of the #ANCNEC vote to fill two vacancies in the National Working Committee (NWC). However, Ramaphosa's leadership is facing intense scrutiny, with deep-roote

By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian The African National Congress (ANC) is gearing up for a high-stakes showdown with the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party at the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA). The ruling party is determined to protect its heritage and identity, alleging that the MK Party's use of the name and logo of the ANC's former armed wing is a blatant attempt to exploit the goodwill and reputation built over decades. The ANC's case hinges on the argument that the si

John Hlophe, former Western Cape Judge President and suspended MP Deputy President. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian John Hlophe, the former Western Cape Judge President, has been suspended as Deputy President of the Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) led by Jacob Zuma. This dramatic turn of events comes after Hlophe's impeachment in 2024 for attempting to improperly influence two justices of the Constitutional Court. Hlophe's troubles began when he greeted Constitution

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has emerged victorious after the Democratic Alliance's (DA) motion of no confidence against him failed to gain traction in the provincial legislature. The motion, which accused Lesufi of mishandling corruption allegations and negligence, was defeated as most parties in the legislature refused to support the DA's proposal. In a significant blow to the DA, only their memb

Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure MEC Tonny Rachoene. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian As MEC Tonny Rachoene completes his first year in office, it's clear that his leadership has been a game-changer for Limpopo's Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure department. With a strong focus on job creation, infrastructure development, and community engagement, Rachoene has made a significant impact in the province. Rachoene's commitment to community upliftment is