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AGANG SA MEMBERS HONORING NELSON MANDELA IN VILAKAZI STREET
Honouring an icon: Agang SA citizens took to the streets of Orlando West, Soweto, on a “Walk of Remembrance” in honour of former President Nelson Mandela on Saturday.
Agang South Africa Pays Tribute to Nelson Mandela
It is with profound sadness that Agang South Africa learnt of the passing of former president Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela earlier today. As in life, Madiba brings us together as South Africans and people from across the world and from all walks of life as we mourn and honour the memory and legacy of the father of our young nation.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities as well as the South African National Disability Rights Awareness Day. As Agang SA we believe that dignity and justice are universal principles for ALL of South Africa's people. For too long, people with disability in South Africa have been relying upon begging and hand-outs for livelihood instead of self-sufficiency through decent healthcare, education and jobs.
Agang SA urges motorists to boycott eTolls
Today the ANC government finally turns it's back on Gauteng as etolling begins. It is an achievement to have united people from so many different walks of life. In the face of their arrogance and disdain we rose up together in opposition.
Agang SA statement on the passing of Colin Eglin
"The death of Colin Eglin, a former leader of the opposition in Parliament for many years, and who was at the forefront of the struggle against apartheid, is sad news for the country", said Dr Mamphela Ramphele, leader of Agang SA.
Agang SA Wants President Zuma to Repay Nkandla Palace Millions
The Public Protector's report into the astounding abuse of public money on President Zuma's palace at Nkandla, comes as no surprise: we have always known that Number One's fingerprints were all over the cookie jar.
Agang SA statement on the suspension of Gauteng members
Following a media report this week regarding alleged clashes within Agang SA’s Gauteng and Limpopo structures, the interim National Leadership Cabinet of the party wishes to set the record straight.
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH - Say NO to gender-based violence
For too many years, South African women and children have placed their lives in the hands of the men, in and out of politics.
Agang SA appalled by Gauteng Government spending millions to promote the ANC
The abuse of public money by the Gauteng Provincial government to fund the ANC’s election advertising campaign is another appalling sign of a desperate governing party trying to cling to power by any means necessary.
Agang SA statement on Matric students being asked to act out rape
In the week that South Africans are joining the 16 Days of Activism campaign against gender violence, the news that Matric drama students were made to act out a graphic rape of a nine-month baby girl as part of their practical examination beggars belief.
Women and Men of South Africa Say NO to gender violence
For too many years, South African women and children have placed their lives in the hands of the men, in and out of politics.
AGANG SA LAUNCHES IT’S FIRST WOMEN’S FORUM STRUCTURE IN DIEPSLOOT
It was a busy day for Agang SA Women’s Forum today, with the first two branches launched in Diepsloot and Finetown. The launches were overseen by Vanessa Hani, head of Agang SA Women’s Forum.
Agang SA works with communities to champion better healthcare in Rustenburg Local Municipality towns
Mamphela Ramphele pays respects to Royal Bafokeng Queen Mother before joining Paardekraal and Tlhabane community meetings
Decision on e-Tolls is arrogant and vexatious
Agang SA finds the decision by the government to press ahead with the implementation of e-Tolling in Johannesburg from next month to be both arrogant and vexatious.
Tongaat Mall Collapse Points to Unchecked Corruption - Agang SA
The deadly collapse of a shopping mall under construction in Tongaat, on the Kwazulu Natal north coast yesterday, is yet another glaring example of the devastation unchecked corruption causes in our country.
Volatile Bekkersdal Welcomes Agang SA Leader Ramphele with Warm Hands
Agang SA leader Mamphela Ramphele visited the community of Bekkersdal today to understand first-hand their problems with the lack of government services that led to violent protests recently.
Agang SA: ANC Boss Pule Mabe’s Arrest on Corruption Charges no Surprise
Media reports about the arrest of yet another high ranking ANC official, Pule Mabe, for corruption, come as no surprise. Corruption is in the DNA of the governing party - as shown by numerous cases including Nkandlagate and the shady deals of Chancellor House.
Launch of National Election Campaign
Agang SA launched its national election campaign in Johannesburg today with a call to voters to help oust the governing party in next year's elections.
Agang SA Brand and Campaign Launch Speech
Mamphela Ramphele, leader of Agang SA addresses supporters in Johannesburg at the launch of the new party brand and campaign kick-off.
