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6:34

SAMWU condemns Tshwane's decision to review...

First Take SA ·

2025/01/20

The South African Municipal Workers' Union (SAMWU) has strongly condemned the City of Tshwane's decision to review the reinstatement of five managers implicated in the Rooiwal Water Treatment plant scandal. This move comes after the South African Local Government Bargaining Council ruled that the suspension of these officials was unlawful. The five managers are accused of disregarding legal protocols in the awarding of the Rooiwal tender to companies linked to controversial businessman Edwin Sodi

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5:06

PSA condemns decision to liquidate Ithala Bank

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2025/01/20

The Public Servants Association, PSA has strongly condemned the Prudential Authority's decision to seek the liquidation of Ithala Bank. The Association says the decision is 'reckless' and 'devastating', accusing the Prudential Authority of disregarding the bank's vital role in serving marginalised communities in KwaZulu Natal. To elaborate further on their concerns Elvis Presslin spoke to PSA Provincial Manager, Mlungisi Ndlovu

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5:22

COGTA to engage unions over CWP participants

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2025/01/20

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa will engage with labour unions this week to explore solutions to continue supporting Community Work Programme (CWP) participants aged 55 and older, despite budgetary constraints. The move follows his decision to extend contracts for these participants until the end of March, while exploring viable and sustainable solutions. Initially, over 60,000 workers were set to lose their contracts by the end of this month due to

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7:22

ActionSA KZN slams Premier for selective insourcing plan

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2025/01/17

ActionSA's KwaZulu-Natal Chairperson, Zwakele Mncwango, has slammed Premier Thami Ntuli for a selective insourcing plan, calling it a betrayal of exploited workers. While welcoming the decision to insource staff at new healthcare facilities, Mncwango criticized its exclusion of existing workers in exploitative conditions. The party marched to the Premier's Office last year, demanding insourcing for all affected workers, For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Saneli Zuma, ActionSA Kwazulu Natal

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6:56

SAMATU in Mpumalanga will march today to demand jobs...

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2025/01/17

The South African Medical Association Trade Union (SAMATU) in Mpumalanga will today march to the Riverside Government Complex, to demand the employment of unemployed medical doctors in the province. This move comes after numerous attempts to address the issue with the National Department of Health. Elvis Presslin spoke to SAMATU Mpumalanga provincial chairperson, Dr. Mandla Matshabe, to discuss the motivations behind the march and the way forward

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3:46

Hawks raid home of Edumarks director over matric...

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2025/01/17

The Hawks have conducted a raid on the Johannesburg home of an Edumarks director as part of an investigation into the alleged leak of matric results. The probe, initiated by a complaint from the Department of Education, seeks to identify those responsible for selling matric results to students for R100. To provide more insight into the operation, Elvis Presslin spoke to Hawks spokesperson, Colonel Katlego Mogale

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4:30

President Ramaphosa and Minister Gwarube face legal...

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2025/01/17

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube have been served with letters of demand by AfriForum and Solidarity, contesting the promulgation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act. The two organizations claim that the proclamation is irrational and unconstitutional, giving the government 10 days to respond. To delve deeper into this matter, Elvis Presslin spoke to Basic Education Department Spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga

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5:23

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2025/01/17

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

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7:23

DA wants commission of inquiry into mine disaster

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2025/01/16

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is urging President Cyril Ramaphosa to establish an independent Commission of Inquiry into the Buffelsfontein mine disaster, which has claimed over 70 lives and rescued 246 illegal miners. As the government-led rescue operation comes to a close, the DA emphasizes the need for accountability and a thorough investigation into the systemic failures that led to this tragedy. To elaborate further on the party's sentiments, Elvis Presslin spoke to James Lorimer MP and DA

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5:46

ATM blames government for exacerbating Stilfontein...

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2025/01/16

The African Transformation Movement (ATM) is blaming the government's lax immigration control for exacerbating the Stilfontein mining crisis. This comes as rescue operations have been suspended, with 246 illegal miners rescued and arrested, and 78 confirmed dead. For the latest Elvis Presslin spoke to Zama Ntshona, Spokesperson of the African Transformation Movement, ATM

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4:53

Queues of desperate parents at education offices to...

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2025/01/16

Desperate parents in Gauteng are still queuing up at education district offices, hoping to secure school placements for their children. Many arrived prepared, with their kids dressed in school uniforms, despite admitting to missing the online application deadline. Amidst the chaos, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has vowed that every child will be placed. For a deeper understanding of this unfolding crisis, Elvis Presslin spoke to Demichelle Petherbridge, Senior Attorney at Section27's Education

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4:48

Strike action as Bidvest announces job cuts

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2025/01/16

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has embarked on a strike in response to Bidvest's plans to cut jobs at the South African Container Depot (SACD) in Durban. The strike follows failed section 189 consultations between NUMSA and Bidvest, which would have affected 106 workers. Elvis Presslin spoke to NUMSA National Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, to shed more light on the situation

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7:53

Condemnation over 13% hike by GEMS

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2025/01/16

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) has strongly condemned the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) for imposing a hefty 13.4% hike in medical aid premiums for 2025. This significant increase will undoubtedly worsen the financial strain on public servants, who are already struggling to make ends meet due to high living costs. Furthermore, POPCRU has criticized GEMS' high administration costs, exceeding R2.4 billion, and the lack of meaningful consultations with key stakeholders

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6:51

Ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas

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2025/01/16

Israel and Hamas have reportedly reached a ceasefire agreement, marking a potential end to the devastating 15-month war in Gaza. This breakthrough follows months of intense negotiations, facilitated by key mediators like Qatar. The conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel, claiming the lives of approximately 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. In response, Israel launched a massive military operation in Gaza, resulting in the loss of over 46,000

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4:30

Merger between ActionSA & Forum 4 Service Delivery

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2025/01/16

ActionSA and Forum 4 Service Delivery have joined forces, with plans to contest the 2026 local government elections together under the ActionSA banner. This merger is significant, as Forum 4 Service Delivery brings 38 municipal seats across five provinces to the table. As part of this union, Dr. Mbahare Kekana, the leader of Forum 4 Service Delivery, will take on the role of Deputy President at ActionSA. Elvis Presslin spoke to Action SA President, Herman Mashaba, to discuss the implications of this

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4:49

Bishop Lavis community to protest over education issues

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2025/01/15

The community Bishop Lavis in Cape Town will today protest over severe teacher shortage, overcrowding, and absence of science subjects in local schools. This demonstration, led by the Bishop Lavis Action Community (BLAC), is in response to the Western Cape Education Department's contentious decision to axe 2407 teaching posts. Amanda Davids, Media Liaison for BLAC, speaks to Elvis Presslin to shed light on the motivations driving this protest and the community's demands for urgent reform

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7:30

Over 50 bodies recovered at disused Stilfontein mine

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2025/01/15

The government-led rescue mission at the disused Stilfontein mine shaft has recovered over 50 bodies and rescued over 100 illegal miners as rescue operations continue. This according to the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (Giwusa). This operation follows a crackdown on illegal mining in the area, resulting in the apprehension of over 1500 individuals involved in illicit mining activities. To shed more light on this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke to Makhosonke Buthelezi,

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5:15

Modjadji Royal council gears up for legal battle over...

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2025/01/15

The Modjadji Royal Council is gearing up for a legal battle against President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to recognize Princess Masalanabo Modjadji as the rightful queen of the Balobedu nation. The council claims that Ramaphosa's move was unilateral and that they were not consulted, which they deem "regrettable". They're seeking a court review to overturn the decision, allegedly in favour of Prince Lekukela Modjadji, the elder child of the late Queen Makobo Modjadji VI. For more on this Elvis

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8:58

SACP in Mpumalanga condemns ANCYL President's remarks

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2025/01/15

The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Mpumalanga has strongly condemned remarks made by ANC Youth League President Collen Malatji, suggesting that SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila should leave the party and join Umkhonto we Sizwe. The SACP views these comments as a deep misunderstanding of the congress movement. Elvis Presslin spoke to Lesetja Dikgale, SACP Spokesperson in Mpumalanga, to discuss the implications of these remarks and the SACP's stance on the 2026 Local Government

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4:38

Hawks enlisted to investigate matric results sold online

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2025/01/15

The Department of Basic Education has enlisted the Hawks to investigate disturbing allegations that matric results were compromised and sold online for a mere R100 before their official release. Social media posts sparked widespread concern, prompting the Information Regulator to demand urgent answers from the department. Mukelani Dimba, Executive for Education & Communication at the Information Regulator, speaks to Elvis Presslin to shed light on the Regulator's response and the implications of

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