PLITICS
Lobbying “Part of Politics”
A DA MP defends the business of lobbying in South African politics.
11.7.2026 |
Staff Writer
SA’s London Mission Closes as DIRCO Properties Fall into Disrepair
South Africa House, the historic building in London owned by the South African government, has closed because it has not been maintained.
11.7.2026 |
Staff Writer
South African Spy Jailed in US for Espionage
A former South African Air Force officer has been jailed for spying on a sensitive American government facility.
10.7.2026 |
News Desk
Procurement Regulations Will Raise Costs, Promote Corruption: CDE
A think tank has raised serious concerns about procurement regulations.
10.7.2026 |
Politics Desk
It’s War On “Construction Mafia”, Vows Macpherson
Public works minister says that the government could win the struggle against groups disrupting construction.
9.7.2026 |
Staff Writer
In Midstream, Enclaves are Already Doing What the State Cannot
Midstream Estate is, in practice, a functioning enclave. It has taken over the running of local government within its walls, and it does the job better, more efficiently, and far more cheaply than the state that surrounds it.
9.7.2026 |
Warwick Grey
South Africa’s Government Pleased as Trump Struggles Ahead of Midterms
Inflation and living costs have replaced immigration as a top concern for American voters, leaving Republicans exposed ahead of the 2026 midterms and Democrats well placed to retake the House. This will please South Africa’s government, which has long bet that a weakening of the Trump administration is the surest way to fix its relationship with Washington.
9.7.2026 |
Raphael Rehbock
Motsepe and the ANC Race Are Still On
Speaking recently to the French press, Patrice Motsepe was obtuse about running for the African National Congress presidency, even as The Common Sense understands such a race is under consideration, and his poll numbers mean he is the party’s only option to stage a recovery.
8.7.2026 |
Politics Desk
National Treasury Cuts Johannesburg Funding in Sideshow to ANC Succession Race
The National Treasury has moved to temporarily withhold funding from Johannesburg, placing South Africa’s biggest metro at the centre of a major fight over municipal finances and ANC power.
7.7.2026 |
Staff Writer
Is ANC Changing Its Tune on Property Rights?
A Bill drafted in the name of protecting the vulnerable ends up doing more for landlords, municipalities, and the state's own balance sheet — and one Western Cape settlement explains why.
7.7.2026 |
Politics Desk
