parliamentary oversight

Engines of Accountability: The Tireless Pursuit of Social Justice in South Africa’s Parliament

South Africa’s Parliament plays a powerful role in fighting for social justice by closely watching how health, education, and social…

4 months ago

Parliamentary Oversight: Safeguarding Social Rights in a Transforming South Africa

South Africa’s Parliament plays a big role in protecting social rights like healthcare, education, and gender equality. It watches over…

4 months ago

Defenders of Democracy: Parliamentary Oversight and Social Services in South Africa

Parliamentary oversight in South Africa plays a powerful role in making sure social services like healthcare and education reach everyone…

4 months ago

South Africa’s Parliamentary Pulse: Budgeting, Reform, and Democratic Oversight in 2025

In 2025, South Africa’s Parliament passed two important bills: the Appropriation Bill and the Eskom Debt Relief Amendment Bill. The…

4 months ago

Parliamentary Scrutiny in the Free State: A Critical Moment for Local Government

On July 25, 2025, in the Free State, South African parliament held a powerful day of scrutiny over local municipalities…

4 months ago

Parliament Under Fire: South Africa’s Struggle for Accountability in the Face of Security Scandal

In 2025, South Africa’s Parliament faced a huge crisis when top police official Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Minister Mchunu of secretly…

4 months ago

South Africa’s 2025 Appropriation Bill: Charting the Course of National Spending

South Africa’s 2025 Appropriation Bill is the country’s big money plan for the year, with R2.3 trillion set to fund…

4 months ago

Decoding Parliament’s Approval of the National Budget in South Africa

Every year, South Africa’s Parliament brings the national budget to life through a careful, lively process filled with debate and…

5 months ago

Oversight in Action: Confronting Defence Procurement Challenges in South Africa

South Africa’s defence procurement faces big problems like tight budgets, confusing rules, and long delays that hurt the military’s ability…

5 months ago

Parliament in Action: The Peace and Security Cluster’s Crucial Role in Oversight

The Peace and Security Cluster in South African Parliament plays a vital role in keeping the country safe and fair.…

5 months ago

The Unseen Guardians: SCOPA’s Oversight Role in South Africa’s Public Enterprises

SCOPA, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, is like a watchful guardian for South Africa's public enterprises, ensuring they are…

1 year ago

A Spotlight on Climate Policy and Finance: South Africa at COP28

Funding remains a challenge for South Africa's fight against climate change, despite having strong policies in place. Mr. Cedric Frolick…

2 years ago