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South Africa opposes “Land Grab” Bill tabled before the Israeli parliament

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South Africa opposes “Land Grab” Bill tabled before the Israeli parliament: The South African Goverment received with shock the news that on Wednesday, 07 December 2016, members of the Israeli Knesset (Parliament) for the Jewish Home Party tabled the Regulations Bill whose purpose is to legitimise the continuing annexation of Palestinian land for settlement construction.  The Bill has already been condemned by Israel’s Attorney-General, stating that it breaches local and … [Read more...] about South Africa opposes “Land Grab” Bill tabled before the Israeli parliament

Who or What is #JZ783?

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See DA MP Denise Robinson thrown out of Parliament for calling Jacob Zuma, 'JZ 783'. The Democratic Alliance (DA) walked out of a joint sitting of Parliament to debate the 16 Days of Activism campaign on Monday. DA MP Denise Robinson referred to President Jacob Zuma as “JZ 783”‚ referencing the charges against him but refused to withdraw the statement after the African National Congress complained that it was derogatory. Speaker Baleka Mbete ruled that if she did not withdraw the … [Read more...] about Who or What is #JZ783?

King Williams Town news: South Africa: Parliament Takes Special Schools Very Seriously – NCOP Deputy Chair Tells Teachers

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South Africa: Parliament Takes Special Schools Very Seriously - NCOP Deputy Chair Tells Teachers: The MPs also visited a special school in Sweetwater's near King William's Town where they were also unhappy about the problems facing the school. The Deputy Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Raseriti Tau, told the school's governing body and staff that the NCOP ... Source: "King Williams Town" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about King Williams Town news: South Africa: Parliament Takes Special Schools Very Seriously – NCOP Deputy Chair Tells Teachers

ICC Withdrawal Welcomed and Process With Parliament – Committee

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ICC Withdrawal Welcomed and Process With Parliament – Committee: The Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation has welcomed the withdrawal of South Africa from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The Chairperson of the Committee, Mr Siphosezwe Masango, said the repeal process will soon begin, once the Speaker of the National Assembly has referred the matter to relevant parliamentary Committees. “We agree with Justice Minister Mr Michael Masutha’s … [Read more...] about ICC Withdrawal Welcomed and Process With Parliament – Committee

Members’ Safety Of Critical Importance to the Pan African Parliament 2

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Members’ Safety Of Critical Importance to the Pan African Parliament 2: The recent involvement of four Honourable Members of Parliament (MPs) in a robbery and shooting is of grave concern to the Pan African Parliament (PAP), says President of the PAP, Hon. Roger Nkodo-Dang. Addressing MPs in plenary during the second day of PAP’s sub-committee meeting, President Nkodo-Dang, said the Parliament has escalated the matter to South African authorities. Today’s attendance of senior … [Read more...] about Members’ Safety Of Critical Importance to the Pan African Parliament 2

Punches thrown in Parliament [video]

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Punches were thrown in Parliament on Tuesday as Parliament protection services were called on to escort Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) MPs out of the house. The above video is the lead up to the fracas that took place in Parliament on 17 April 2016. A brutal fistfight broke out in the South African parliament Tuesday as security guards ejected opposition lawmakers in an ugly fracas that underlined heightened political tensions over Jacob Zuma's presidency. About 20 Economic Freedom … [Read more...] about Punches thrown in Parliament [video]

Disaster bill passed

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The disaster management amendment bill was passed in Parliament on Wednesday with the support of all parties, except the EFF. The bill aims to streamline the country's approach to planning for and responding to disasters, including the drought currently gripping many parts of the country. It also transfers the function of disaster management from national government to municipalities. Parties who supported the bill cited the example of the drought, which has so far led to five provinces … [Read more...] about Disaster bill passed

PE Image – Dutch King meets President Schulz on visit to Parliament

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This EP Kings image is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more. Dutch King meets President Schulz on visit to Parliament Image by European Parliament King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands met EP President Martin Schulz during a visit to Brussels on Tuesday 3 October. The Monarch was also due to visit the European Commission and the Council on the same day as part of his country taking over the presidency of the European Council on 1 January … [Read more...] about PE Image – Dutch King meets President Schulz on visit to Parliament

National Assembly Seats – Winners and Losers

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Parliament's National Assembly has 400 members. The number of seats that a party has in the Assembly is in proportion to the number of voters that voted for it in the elections. The table below shows the number of seats each party has 'earned' by citizens voting in the 2014 National Elections. A comparison between previous election and this years winners and losers in comparison to 2009 is also included. Pos Party Name 2014 2009 2004 1999 1994 Gain/Loss 2009 - 2014 400 … [Read more...] about National Assembly Seats – Winners and Losers

Of course being in Government pays

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And it pays even more so if you are part of the ruling party, the top dogs, the main manne wiff influence. Or so my recent foray into a quick look at members interests listed on the new People's Assembly web site. The People's Assembly site seeks to present information on MP's (and their activities or lack thereof) in a transparent manner allowing you to discover info on your MP such as; comments made in committee meetings, written questions they have asked in Parliament, financial … [Read more...] about Of course being in Government pays

Sign here to support proposed DNA legislation currently before Parliament

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Hello! As many of you may know, the DNA Bill (officially known as the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Bill B09-2013) was introduced into Parliament for final review on the 8 May 2013 and calls for public submissions in respect of the DNA Bill have now been made. You have until the 30th May 2013 to stand up and be counted in South Africa's fight against crime. Every day innocent people needlessly become victims of violent crimes in our country. Most of these are committed by … [Read more...] about Sign here to support proposed DNA legislation currently before Parliament

Kings will not play at the expense of another Franchise say Roux

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The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Sport was reassured on Tuesday that the Southern Kings would participate in the 2013 Vodacom Super Rugby competition. A delegation of the leadership of the South African Rugby Union (SARU) made a scheduled appearance before the committee to discuss a number of issues, including the Southern Kings. "The Kings will play in the competition in 2013, but not at the expense of one of the other franchises," Jurie Roux, the CEO of SARU, told the … [Read more...] about Kings will not play at the expense of another Franchise say Roux

Parliament Street’s LOSS is Stanley Street’s Gain

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One of the things that we as a family do on the Longhair and other family member birthday's (27 June) is break bread - lots of it. Invariably we have, for the last three years, ended up in Parliament Street for brunch and then a walk through historical Central - and this as a result of the amazing work done by the Nelson Mandela Bay Development Agency in the area. This morning we were shocked to see the rapid degeneration of Parliament Street in the space of a few short months - smiling … [Read more...] about Parliament Street’s LOSS is Stanley Street’s Gain