Willie Aukamp, the Democratic Alliance National Spokesperson, says the chanting of the song “Kill the Boer” must be discontinued regardless of the court's ruling on its constitutionality. He says the chant is divisive and has no place in South Africa. Nqobile Mhlongo, the EFF’s Central Command Team member says people must continue to sing the song as the highest court in the country has ruled on the matter. She further accused the Democratic Alliance of fearing equality. MK Party Spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndlela, says the party remains solid despite reports of factionalism. He says there has been a complaint against one of the party leaders, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, but the party remains united.

Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo says Gauteng has too many cases but few judges to deal with the workload. RAF cases contribute significantly to the numbers clogging the trial roll Says'We are in the business of making sure that people have access to justice.' We will stop providing trial dates that are 18 months in the future. 'We engaged the Moseneke committee on the issue of the workload.' Mlambo says at least 20 more judges are needed in the province to meet the demand. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says the brutality in the Soshanguve attack was brutal. Residents must not be deterred from standing up for their communities. Minister says counsellors are going to work with the police and the community in a much more intensified effort. He says: We are working hard to eliminate criminals from the police force. ActionSA National Chairperson Michael Beaumont says ordinary South Africans are tired of being taxed. "Government needs to take measures to curtail expenditure." Local government funding should be reviewed, and we need to see more funding for the NPA, says Beaumont. GNU looks incoherent and will not be able to tackle challenges in South Africa.

Phil Craig, the leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group says the Presidency, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and the Western Cape Premier have 7 days to make representation to call a referendum on Cape Independence. Pallo Jordan, the former ANC Foreign Relations Committee Chair and Veteran says it’s a radical act to expel ambassador. Dr Faith Mabera, the postdoctoral research fellow at Wits University says talks in Qatar were significant.

Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile says eTolls have placed a huge burden on Gauteng's budget. Maile further says that 230 000 people come to Gauteng yearly placing a strain on the province's resources. He says that the province plans to standardise the prices of medicine and hospital equipment to curb spending on health. North West MEC for education Viola Motsomi says her official trip to the Special Olympics in Italy did not go to tender because it cost R900 000. She says that she had missed the HRC inquiry on scholar transport as she did not receive an invitation from the HRC. Motsomi maintains that she would have prioritised the commission had she had an invitation. Wits International Relations Professor John Stremlau says Donald Trump does not represent all of America but was voted by a plurality of 1% over former Vice President of America Kamala Harris. Prof Stremlau says it would be better for SA not to replace Ebrahim Rasool any time soon because it is impossible to deal with the Trump administration given its prejudices against South Africa.

Professor Kula Theletsane, Director of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Affairs, says SADC's withdrawal of troops does not mean it is withdrawing completely from the DRC but will continue to assist the DRC in diplomatic relations. Theletsane says this does not translate to failure. Deputy Minister of Defence & Military Veterans Bantu Holomisa says conflict cannot be solved by military means only. He says parallel structures must be put in place to run concurrently to address the main problem. Holomisa added that the United Nations must bring the AU and SADC leaders together and negotiate a settlement that will not necessitate military intervention. Democratic Alliance national spokesperson Karabo Khakhau has accused the African National Congress of being the modern-day oppressor of poor South Africans, describing its proposal to increase value-added tax as a form of oppression. The DA, along with other parties such as the EFF, MK Party, and the ATM, say they will not support the budget's passage. ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says the DA had promised to back the 0.5 percent increase only if the ANC reviewed the labour laws, as well as the recently passed Basic Education Law Amendment Act and the Expropriation Act.

Zuko Godlimpi, the Head of the Economic Transformation Committee of the ANC, says cabinet has had sufficient time to prepare the budget, which is expected to be presented on Wednesday. He says the budget will include a tax review framework that is not focused solely on VAT. Godlimpi has also confirmed that the budget for tomorrow has been finalised and agreed upon. Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says 93% of pit toilets have been eliminated in the effort to meet the deadline of March 31. Over 3,000 sanitation projects have been completed under the Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) initiative. However, thousands of children still depend on these unsafe facilities. Gwarube noted that the work to eradicate pit toilets began with her predecessor, Angie Motshekga. The EFF, MK Party, and DA have united in opposition to any tax increases. DA Federal Executive member Willie Aucamp says Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to present his 2025 budget without issues. However, the DA will not support an increase in VAT. Aucamp has also emphasised that the SRD grant should not be taken away from the people.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says the city of Johannesburg can regain its former glory through a collective approach to service delivery and a united effort to combat lawlessness. Lesufi has noted the existence of organised syndicates that are harming Gauteng's infrastructure. In his opening address to the Gauteng Provincial Executive, President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the challenges faced by municipalities in the province, particularly in the Johannesburg metropolitan area. Jeff Radebe, the Convener of the ANC KZN task team, has expressed a commitment to implementing proactive measures designed to enhance effective service delivery throughout Kwazulu-Natal. Radebe, along with coordinator Mike Mabuyakhulu, leads a team of new leaders after the ANC's national officials disbanded the previously elected provincial executive committee due to a disastrous electoral performance. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola says according to Section 231 of the Constitution, the foreign policy of the Republic, including its promotion and national interests, is the responsibility of the national executive, which is led by the President. Lamola was responding to the Democratic Alliance's visit to Washington, which they claimed was intended to stabilise diplomatic relations amid heightened tensions. He emphasised that they continue to engage with Washington to clarify South Africa's position.

ANCYL President Collen Malatji says Mbombela Municipality must take accountability for appointing its current league Treasurer General Zwelo Masilela, who was hired as a senior researcher in 2016 despite lacking a post-matric qualification. Malatji says Masilela could not decline the position because he was deployed. On Wednesday, Parliament conducted interviews for candidates applying for positions on the National Youth Development Agency board. During these interviews, EFF MP Sihle Lonzi questioned Masilela about how he was able to secure the role of senior researcher without the necessary qualifications. Minister Gwede Mantashe of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has raised concerns about the United States' growing efforts to access essential minerals. He says while the United States has cut back on its aid, the European Union is increasingly interested in forming partnerships with South Africa. Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says he learned about PEPFAR funding cut through media reports. Organizations that depend on PEPFAR and receive grants from the United States Agency for International Development were recently notified in letters that their grants would no longer be effective. In response to the US government's decision to cut funding for HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis response programs, the Department of Health is actively engaging with the affected NGOs this week to discuss the implications and explore potential solutions to continue supporting these crucial initiatives.

Pepfar-funded HIV organisations in South Africa, which receive funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), received letters overnight informing them that their grants had been terminated indefinitely. Pepfar, established in 2003, assists in the fight against AIDS in countries with high HIV infection rates, such as South Africa. Dr. Kate Rees, a Public Health Specialist at Anova Health Institute, says they have laid off over 3,000 individuals due to this President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned AfriForum against creating divisions within the country by seeking intervention from the United States government regarding South African policies. AfriForum, along with Solidariteit and the Solidarity Movement, met with representatives of the Trump administration in Washington to express concerns about the ANC's governance. AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel says they do not want to see South Africans punished, but rather the leadership of the ANC. South African Ambassador to the USA, Ebrahim Rasool, says he does not know how to facilitate AfriForum's objectives in the USA. He emphasised that the embassy's role is to listen to what AfriForum communicates and assess its impact. Regarding the termination of PEPFAR funding, Rasool mentioned that diplomats are now relying on the social media platform X to gauge the current sentiments of the US administration.

Political Analyst and Chairman of the South African Institute of International Affairs Moeletsi Mbeki argues that South Africa's excessively compensated public service significantly burdens the economy. He suggests that the government should consider reducing the costs associated with public service salaries. Mbeki's comments come in response to the proposed two-point increase in Value Added Tax, which has been cited as the reason for the postponement of the first budget speech under the Government of National Unity. Donald Trump's decision to cut aid to South Africa citing concerns over land reform policies that he claims negatively impact the white minority has raised worries about the future of the AGOA deal with the United States. Under the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), South Africa benefits from tariff-free quotas on various agricultural exports, including wine, citrus fruits, soybeans, sugar cane, and beef. Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition Parks Tau emphasises the need for South Africa to expedite its engagement with the United States.

Gauteng Economic Development and Finance MEC Lebogang Maile says he has requested the Gauteng Liquor Board to temporarily suspend the operating licence of Zanzou nightclub whilst investigations continue. MKP leader Jacob Zuma's former aide, Isaac Leshona, has exposed glaring rifts among the party's leaders. In a striking public letter, he criticised Zuma's daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, labelling her as incompetent and warning that she could harm the party's future. He also described the party" 's secretary general Floyd Shivambu as arrogant. While the MK Party claims Leshona was dismissed nearly seven months ago and is no longer the private secretary to President Zuma, Leshona insists he is unaware of such termination. Newly appointed MK Party National Disciplinary Committee Chairperson Advocate Dali Mpofu says the party's MP Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla will be treated like any other member. Recently, an internal disciplinary process was initiated against her for insulting the party's Secretary-General, Floyd Shivambu. Mpofu says discipline is non-negotiable

The Democratic Alliance is challenging the Expropriation Act in court amidst an international outcry regarding the legislation. Helen Zille, the DA Federal Council Chairperson, has initiated court proceedings to contest the Act, emphasising that the DA has opposed the Bill since its introduction in 2018. South Africa's ambassador to the US faces a tough challenge as he seeks to mend strained relations between the two countries. Trump recently signed an executive order cutting off aid to South Africa and allowing Afrikaners the chance to resettle in the U.S. Trump claims Afrikaners face racial discrimination in the country. Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool says they have had no inquiries on refugee offer Chair of the UN Commission of Inquiry on the occupied Palestine territory Dr Navi Pillay says forced displacement of civilians from occupied territory is strictly prohibited under international law what consequences. This follows President Donald Trump's announcement that the United States would take over war-ravaged Gaza and create a "Riviera of the Middle East" after resettling Palestinians elsewhere.

Standing Committee on Defence Co-Chairperson Malusi Gigaba says the remains of soldiers who were killed in the eastern DRC will be repatriated on Wednesday, Gigaba also clarified that the deployment of South African troops is part of a Southern African Development Community agreement, not a bilateral deal with the DRC. He confirmed that SANDF troops are safe in camps and not captured, following M23 declaring a ceasefire in DRC Fourteen soldiers lost their lives last month in a conflict with M23 rebels. EFF's Secretary General, Marshall Dlamini, says the South African National Defence Force is not engaged in a peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Instead, he emphasised that the army was on an offensive mission aimed at defending the territory, as well as the mineral and business interests in the eastern region of the country. Afriforum CEO Kallie Kriel says it will write to the U.S. government requesting that President Donald Trump's proposed punitive measures against South Africa target senior ANC leaders instead of the country's residents. The organisation says it will also urge the South African government to amend the Expropriation Act to protect property rights and avert a potential crisis. This comes after the US president falsely claimed that land was being confiscated in the country, and threatened to cut aid to South Africa as a punitive measure.

Rwandan Minister of Foreign Affairs Olivier Nduhungirehe has reiterated President Paul Kagame's earlier warning that Rwanda is ready for confrontation if necessary. He says SANDF is at Rwanda's border, and while Rwanda does not seek aggression, it is prepared to defend itself if attacked. Nduhungirehe also mentioned that South Africa was invited into the Democratic Republic of the Congo by a government seeking to overthrow the Rwandan government. Minister of International Relations Ronals Lamola says there is clear evidence that Rwanda supports M23 . Lamola says South Africa wants a cessation of hostilities and their mandate is to support the government of DRC. Deputy Defence Minister Bantu Holomisa has attributed the declining condition of the South African National Defence Force to budget cuts, highlighting that the signs of this struggle have been evident for over a decade. On the escalating conflict in DRC, Holomisa says the department's priority is to return deceased & injured soldiers back home.

The Democratic Alliance says it will reconsider its participation in the GNU if it continues to be treated as a bystander by the ANC. The DA has been left disgruntled by the signing of the land expropriation bill into law. The party claims the Bill was signed into law despite a legal opinion from its minister Dean Macpherson. DA's federal executive member Karabo Khakhau says Retired SANDF Lieutenant General Maomela Motau says South Africa can assert its will on the M23 rebels. SANDF has confirmed that 13 South African soldiers have been killed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This includes three soldiers who lost their lives in a mortar attack by the M23 rebels on Monday. ActionSA Leader Herman Mashaba states that South Africa should withdraw from the DRC. The party has also expressed concerns regarding the spending of Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Angie Motshekga on travel.

ANC NEC member Mzwandiile Masina has asserted that the Expropriation Bill signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa into Law serves the public interest and promotes land reform. Masina highlighted the ANC's goal of amending Section 25 of the constitution. Conversely, MK Party Chief Whip Mzwanele Manyi has criticized the Expropriation Bill as ineffective, pointing out that farms have still been returned to the people without this legislation. Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says she is bound by her oath of office to move forward with implementing the BELA Act. Objections were previously raised regarding some controversial clauses of the Act- leading to delay in the act being fully implemented The MK Party has appointed new leaders in Mpumalanga with former Public Protector, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane at the helm. However, her predecessor, Mary Phadi insists she is still the party's leader in the province. Phadi took the party to court last year after her dismissal and won. Phadi says Mkhwebane is in contempt of court.