Willem Phungula

Politics Journalist

Nadel extends lifeline to beleaguered NPA amid crisis of public confidence

Willem Phungula|Published

The National Association of Democratic Lawyers (Nadel) has stepped forward to help rebuild the NPA's crumbling credibility while addressing systemic inequalities ...

Amid GNU crisis, KZN ANC pledges continued partnership with DA in provincial government

Willem Phungula|Published

As the national GNU faces potential collapse, KZN ANC leader Mike Mbuyakhulu makes a candid admission: their coalition with the DA is a tactical move to maintain ...

IFP pleads with DA to stay in the GNU amidst rising tensions

Willem Phungula|Published

Addressing the media after its two-day national executive committee (NEC) meeting over the weekend, party president Velenkosini Hlabisa said the concern was raised ...

Cultural expert urges king Misuzulu and his siblings to reconcile over Kwakhangelamankengane Royal Palace

Willem Phungula|Published

As tensions escalate within the Zulu royal household following a leaked audio confrontation, cultural expert Professor Mazibuko calls for reconciliation, emphasizing ...

Princess Nothando Zulu defends her father, King Misuzulu amid family dispute

Willem Phungula|Published

Princess Nothando Zulu has publicly cursed her father's siblings in a leaked audio recording, vowing to defend King Misuzulu 'to death' as royal family tensions ...

Ramaphosa's task team concludes eThekwini investigation: findings to be revealed soon

Willem Phungula|Published

After a year-long investigation, the Presidential Working Group has completed its assessment of eThekwini's governance crisis, with findings that could address critical ...

UKumkani uMisuzulu ufuna ibhotwe neemoto kurhulumente waseKZN

Willem Phungula|Published

UKumkani uMisuzulu kaZwelithini ufuna ukuba urhulumente waseKZN akhe ibhotwe aphinde ongeze nezinye iimoto.

Despite austerity measures, King Misuzulu kaZwelithini wants new palace and additional vehicles from KwaZulu-Natal government ...

Willem Phungula|Published

KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers will present his budget next week with King Misuzulu kaZwelithini outlining his demands for a new palace and additional ...

Bafuna ubulungiswa 'ngobulawe' onogada

Willem Phungula|Published

UFUNA ukubona ubulungiswa ngokushesha umndeni webhungu okuthiwa lishaywe ngonogada abaqapha inxanxathela yezitolo eChatsworth, eThekwini, lashona ngoba lisolwa ngokuntshontsha. ...

Jeff Radebe vows to revive ANC's glory in KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula|Published

Jeff Radebe and the newly appointed ANC provincial executive committee in KwaZulu-Natal have outlined their plans to restore the party's former glory and support ...

Isinuka enkantolo eyezinsolo ezibhekiswe kumalungu ebhodi leNgonyama

Willem Phungula|Published

INGASE igcine ezinkantolo eyamalungu ebhodi iNgonyama Trust, emuva kwezinsolo zenkohlakalo.

Jeff Radebe vows to revive ANC's glory in KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula|Published

Jeff Radebe and the newly appointed ANC provincial executive committee in KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday outlined their plans to restore the party's former glory and support ...

Prince Vanana Zulu denies dismissal rumours as amabutho commander

Willem Phungula|Published

Prince Vanana Zulu reassures his followers that he remains the commander of amabutho, despite recent rumours of his dismissal.

King Misuzulu appoints Mushroom Lounge owner as Royal Chancellor

Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu has appointed Sibongiseni Mageza Mbambo as Royal Chancellor, entrusting him with significant responsibilities to promote growth and community development ...

SIGOQA ISONTO: Ilungu leNgonyama Trust lidedele amabhomu ngamabibi angaphakathi

Willem Phungula|Published

WENEKELE izwe wonke amabibi ngokuqhubeka eBhodini leNgonyama Trust uDkt Thandiwe Dlamini, esola abalingani bakhe ebhodini ngokudla amandla eSilo uMisuzulu kaZwelithini ...

Prince Mbonisi Zulu fears for his life after King Misuzulu’s accusations

Willem Phungula|Published

Prince Mbonisi Zulu expresses fear for his safety after King Misuzulu publicly names him as the enemy of the Ingonyama Trust, igniting a royal conflict.

King Misuzulu accuses political party of sabotaging Ithala Bank

Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini accuses a political party of orchestrating Ithala Bank’s downfall during an imbizo at Emashobeni Royal Palace, calling for immediate action ...

Ingonyama Trust Board member accuses colleagues of undermining King Misuzulu

Willem Phungula|Published

Dr Thandiwe Dlamini reveals shocking allegations against the Ingonyama Trust board, claiming they are undermining King Misuzulu and mismanaging Trust funds.

Steenhuisen acknowledges significance of traditional leaders at imbizo

Willem Phungula|Published

Steenhuisen highlights the importance of traditional leaders’ voices in government decisions during imbizo.

Steenhuisen to meet with King Misuzulu on day of urgent Imbizo

Willem Phungula|Published

King Misuzulu has convened an Imbizo at the Emashobeni Royal Palace in Pongola, north-east of KwaZulu-Natal to discuss measures to save Ithala Bank from liquidation, ...

Political analysts doubt Masondo and Radebe’s abilities to revive ANC in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula|Published

Political analysts express scepticism about the newly appointed ANC leaders in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, citing factionalism and past loyalties as significant barriers ...

Ecosolutions owner denies involvement in missing street lights scandal

Willem Phungula|Published

Desmond Chetty, owner of Ecosolutions, denies allegations of involvement in the theft of street lights intended for eThekwini Municipality.

Political shake-up in ANC: Masondo and Radebe take charge in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula and Mashudu Sadike|Published

Amos Masondo and Jeff Radebe are set to lead the ANC’s renewal efforts in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, following a disappointing performance in the last elections. ...

Political shake-up in ANC: Masondo and Radebe take charge in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula and Mashudu Sadike|Published

Amos Masondo and Jeff Radebe are set to lead the ANC’s renewal efforts in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, following a disappointing performance in the last elections. ...

Phumlani Mfeka resigns from uMkhonto weSizwe Party amidst discontent over leadership changes

Willem Phungula|Published

Phumlani Mfeka, a founding member of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, resigns from both the party and the KwaZulu-Natal legislature, citing discontent with President ...