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Marrian has built a reputation as an astute political journalist, investigative reporter and commentator. Until recently she led the political team at Business Day where she also produced a widely read column that provided insight into the political spectacle of the week.
Further legislation to control money flows to political parties will heighten transparency
Expelled ANC councillors win wards in the Free State municipality, but party retains council
If the fledgling party had ‘flip-flopped’ in support of the Johannesburg mayor, it would have given the ruling party ammunition for elections in 2021
The CR17 campaign did nothing wrong legally but all political parties’ funds should be regulated
Trade unions disagree with key policy decisions, and won’t budge even as the state-owned power utility’s dire finances threaten the economy
ANC defends Ramaphosa amidst saga of leaked emails from CR17 campaign
The president knows the importance of fixing the economy. But factional disputes in the ruling party are costing financial growth and employment
While work to clean up Sars continues apace, there remains much to be done
Key players in axed commissioners leadership structure at Sars suspended
Mkhwebane’s report is likely to be taken under review by Ramaphosa
Presidency hints at potential legal review saying she did not consider his response to her preliminary report
Leader of opposition party says it cannot choose between “good presidents and bad presidents”
The former president’s claims about ANC spies is a political game of smoke and mirrors
The former president denies funneling state funds to the Guptas
EFF leader submits affidavit in application to intervene in Gordhan-Mkhwebane matter
Former president bemoans plan to remove him, details plot including using “suicide bombers” to assassinate him
How Nene’s removal triggered the state capture avalanche, culminating in Zuma’s Monday appearance.
Ekurhuleni Mayor Mzwandile Masina has dismissed reports that the chemical toilet tender was dodgy as untrue
The public protector appears to have pinned Ramaphosa in a corner with her “rogue unit” finding
With two years before the next local government election and an ANC in Gauteng already on notice, the stakes have never been higher.
