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

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian The G20 Summit in Johannesburg is facing a crisis as the United States, China, and Argentina have announced they will boycott the event, citing various reasons. US President Donald Trump declared a complete boycott, alleging persecution of white South African farmers, while Chinese President Xi Jinping's absence is unexplained. Argentine President Javier Milei has also skipp

Limpopo MEC for Health, Ms Dieketseng Mashego. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Limpopo MEC for Health, Ms Dieketseng Mashego, has once again proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the health sector. Representing the Limpopo Department of Health at the recent G20 Health Ministers Meeting, Mashego made a lasting impression on global health leaders. Held under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability,” the gathering brought together health minist