We bring you the latest South African news and headlines for Tuesday 11th June.
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has confirmed the dates for the first sitting of the National Assembly.
The National Assembly canceled flights for MK party members to avoid unnecessary expenses as the party is opposed to the first conference.
MK party founder Jabulani Khumalo has stated his intention to attend the first session of Parliament despite being expelled.
The Gupta brothers, Ajay and Anil, have been denied bail in India for their alleged involvement in the death of a prominent construction contractor.
Outgoing ministers and MPs will reportedly receive R81 million in compensation for losing their jobs.
South Africa Latest News Today, Tuesday 11th June
Supreme Court Chief Justice approves first session of National Assembly
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has set the first sitting of the National Assembly to take place on Friday, 14 June.
According to the constitution, the first parliamentary session must be held within 14 days of the election being declared. The South African Electoral Commission (IEC) announced the results of the May 29 election on June 2.
Parliament cancels flights and accommodation for MK members
Parliament has cancelled flights and accommodation arrangements for 58 members of Mkhonto weSizwe (MK) party who were due to take their seats in the National Assembly.
This comes shortly after the MK party called on Chief Justice Raymond Zondo and Speaker of Parliament Xolihle George to postpone the first sitting of the National Assembly, claiming it was unconstitutional. The party expressed concern over discrepancies in the results of the May 29 vote.
Exiled MK party founder Khumalo attends Parliament
Expelled MK party founder Jabulani Khumalo has announced that he will attend the first sitting of Parliament this Friday.
Khumalo has been expelled and remains on the parliamentary list despite the ongoing struggle for the party's leadership.
Gupta brothers denied bail in India for involvement in suicide
The Gupta brothers, Ajay and Anil, have been denied bail in India for their alleged involvement in the death of a prominent construction contractor.
A local court on Friday rejected their bail applications, The Times India reported.
R81 million resignation tip: a huge sum for outgoing ministers and MPs
With the election over, outgoing ministers and MPs will reportedly receive R81 million in non-official allowances.
The Sunday Times reports that 143 MPs and ministers who will not return to Parliament will receive millions of dollars for their work.
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