Mashudu Sadike

Senior Journalist

Legitimacy crisis looms over National Dialogue as organisations withdraw

Mashudu Sadike|Published

As the National Dialogue approaches, a legitimacy crisis unfolds with several organisations withdrawing over transparency and funding issues.

South Africa's trade offer to the US in response to tariff challenges

Mashudu Sadike|Published

South Africa is set to present a revised trade offer to the US, aiming to counteract the recent 30% tariffs imposed on its exports. This strategic move is part of ...

ANC and SACP in heated debate over 2026 elections

Mashudu Sadike|Published

An intense debate has erupted between the ANC and SACP as the latter decides to contest the 2026 local government elections independently, leading to tensions over ...

Concerns over R700 million budget led to Mbeki's withdrawal from National Dialogue

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

Former President Thabo Mbeki reveals the reasons behind his foundation's withdrawal from the National Dialogue, highlighting concerns over budget allocation and ...

Cyril Ramaphosa faces pressure to appoint US ambassador as tariffs loom

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

With looming 30% tariffs on South African exports and diplomatic tensions with the Trump administration, President Cyril Ramaphosa is under mounting pressure to ...

Watch VideoRamaphosa biding his time over what to do with damning allegations made by Mkhwanazi against Mchunu

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa faces a critical decision regarding Police Minister Senzo Mchunu amid serious allegations and rising tensions in KwaZulu-Natal.

Trump's tariff threat: Huge implications for the BRICS bloc and global trade

Mashudu Sadike|Published

US President Donald Trump's threat of higher tariffs on BRICS nations has ignited a fierce debate on global trade dynamics, with leaders from the bloc voicing their ...

Fikile Mbalula's premature announcement of David Mabuza's death sparks outrage within the ANC

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The ANC grapples with controversy as Fikile Mbalula's early announcement of David Mabuza's death ignites backlash and demands for accountability.

Tributes pour in for David Mabuza, described as a dominant figure in South African politics

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

South Africa is mourning the loss of former Deputy President David Mabuza, remembered for his political dominance and commitment to public service. Tributes from ...

DA backtracks on motion of no confidence, commits to GNU

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The DA's unexpected decision not to pursue a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa raises questions about the future of the Government of National ...

Malema calls for DA to leave the GNU, paving the way for EFF's entry

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Julius Malema, president of the EFF, calls on the DA to withdraw from the Government of National Unity, suggesting this would create an opportunity for his party ...

Trump snubs Ramaphosa at G7 summit amid Iran-Israel conflict

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

US President Donald Trump's unexpected snub of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the G7 Summit raises questions about diplomatic relations amid the escalating ...

Western Cape High court dismisses EFF's challenge to fuel levy increase

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The Western Cape High Court has ruled against the EFF's urgent application to block a 4% fuel levy increase, citing the need for regulatory changes. This decision ...

ATM calls for the ban of Elon Musk's Starlink in South Africa, citing legal concerns

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The African Transformation Movement has urged the South African government to ban Elon Musk's Starlink service, citing legal violations and threats to national sovereignty ...

TUT vice-chancellor faces legal action from Bapedi Kingdom if campus issue remains unresolved

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The Bapedi Kingdom has issued a 14-day ultimatum to TUT's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tinyiko Maluleke, demanding a response regarding the establishment of a campus ...

Misleading 'white crosses' video: Solidarity responds to Trump's genocide claims

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Trade union Solidarity challenges President Trump's claims of white genocide in South Africa, clarifying the context of a controversial video and discussing the ...

Ramaphosa set to discuss crucial 'ambassador appointment' with Trump

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President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to meet with US President Donald Trump amid strained diplomatic relations, with Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni asserting that South ...

Malema joins call for Godongwana's resignation after VAT court defeat

Mashudu Sadike|Published

EFF leader Julius Malema has called for the immediate resignation of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and National Treasury director-general Duncan Pieterse after ...

DA proceeds with court action against VAT hike despite constructive talks with ANC

Mashudu Sadike|Published

"We have not decided to drop the court action on the VAT case," said DA Federal Chairperson Helen Zille.

Opposition parties slam Mchunu for withholding Phala Phala Ipid report

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal has come back to haunt him after ATM President Vuyo Zungula demanded that Police minister Sezo Mchunu release a report ...

Cosatu says government can take pension fund holiday to avoid VAT hike

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Cosatu has suggested that government consider a pension contribution holiday as a solution to the R60 billion budget shortfall.

South Africa scrambles to resolve diplomatic stand-off with US

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President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to send a high-powered envoy to the US in an effort to mend relations after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order ...

Close Rwandan embassy in SA over attacks on SANDF in DRC, says Malema

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Malema has called for President Cyril Ramaphosa to revoke all trade agreements and engagements with the country.

SA hits back at Trump and Musk's disinformation on land reform

Mashudu Sadike|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa and some in his cabinet have responded to US President Donald Trump who took to social media, accusing the SA government of ‘confiscating’ ...