The resignation of Ghaleb Cachalia, a prominent member of the Democratic Alliance (DA) in South Africa, has caused a shockwave in the country’s politics. Cachalia’s decision to leave the party is believed to be due to its shift towards authoritarianism and a departure from democratic values. The DA has responded by reaffirming its commitment to peace and a twostate solution in the Middle East conflict, while highlighting the need to respect differing opinions within the party. The incident reveals the challenge of balancing personal beliefs with party policies in South African politics.
Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB), a prestigious arts institution in South Africa, is facing turmoil following allegations of irregular and unprocedural removal of the company’s CEO, Debbie Turner. In addition, the ongoing mediation process has left the organization’s 32 dancers uncertain about their future.