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[WATCH] It’s all systems go for Sona 2019
Speaker of the National Assembly Baleka Mbete did a final inspection of the Parliamentary Precinct ahead of #Sona2019.
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Baleka Mbete: 'Parliament has performed well under my stewardship'
The Speaker of the National Assembly has had a rocky term at the helm of the House, with disruptions, violent clashes and persistent criticism that she protected Jacob Zuma.
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Baleka Mbete anxious over her future in Parliament
The Speaker of the National Assembly will preside over Parliament for the last time this term at the State of the Nation Address, and she’s not relieved.
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Parly cans gala dinner, finger foods as Sona budget cut
National Assembly Speaker Baleka Mbete says that the current economic conditions have forced Parliament to cut back on spending.
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Parliament gears up for this year’s Sona
Parliament’s presiding officers on Wednesday briefed the media on the state of readiness for Sona which takes place next week Thursday.
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Opposition parties call on Ramaphosa to account for Bosasa payment
The company holds multi-million-rand government tenders and has also been linked to dodgy payments and security services for some Members of Parliament.
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Baleka Mbete calls on MPs to respect each other following violent scuffle
A fight broke out on Tuesday afternoon between members of the EFF and Agang SA’s lone MP Andries Tlouamma, who hurled an insult at an EFF MP.
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Safety issues raised after parliamentary official shoots himself
Democratic Alliance Chief Whip John Steenhuisen says the incident goes beyond firearm control and is also about the general wellness of employees.
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Baleka Mbete swears in 12 new MPs
One of the new MPs is Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane.
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Mbete says Parliament can’t take shortcuts in dealing with Manana
Opposition parliamentarians, last week, called on the ANC to take a tougher stance against Mduduzi Manana and remove him as a member of its caucus.
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State capture inquiry ready to zoom in on Transnet
Inquiry chairperson Zukiswa Rantho says it's time to turn their attention on Transnet but permission must be obtained from the Speaker first.
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Parly Speaker Mbete waiting for Zuma's official resignation letter
Baleka Mbete's office has told Eyewitness News they have yet to receive this letter.
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Mbete: Zuma recall now being implemented
Baleka Mbete was speaking after a meeting at Parliament where it was agreed that a motion of no confidence in Zuma will go ahead on Thursday morning.
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EFF postpones court action over Zuma no confidence motion
The EFF has postponed its urgent court application for a motion of no confidence to be brought forward following engagements with the ruling party caucus in Parliament.
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Ramaphosa assures SA Zuma's exit will be resolved
Cyril Ramaphosa released a statement clarifying the reasons for postponing the NEC meeting, which was due to take place on Wednesday.
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Mbete urges delegates at conference to refrain from factional songs
Supporters of the two front runners in the race for the ANC presidency have been singing songs in support of their preferred candidates.
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Baleka Mbete endorses Cyril Ramaphosa for ANC president
The ANC chairperson has given her backing for the party's top post to the current deputy president.
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Mbete to determine Mervyn Dirks’ fate
Mervyn Dirks is accused of insulting fellow MP Priscilla Mantashe during a fiery session in the National Assembly on Thursday.
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Mbete: Bribe claims against Minister Bongo escalated to President Zuma
Last week, the 'Sunday Times' reported that Bongo tried to bribe advocate Ntuthuzelo Vanara to shut down Parliament's state capture inquiry.
