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9:04

Over 500 mine workers reportedly held hostage at the...

First Take SA ·

2023/10/24

Over 500 mine workers are reportedly being held at the Gold One mine in Springs, Johannesburg. The National Union of Mineworkers, NUM says at least 543 of its members are being held hostage underground by allegedly heavily armed individuals since Sunday. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to NUM's national spokesperson Livhuwani Mammburu and Jeff Mphahlele, AMCU's General Secretary

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4:05

IEC to officially launch the 2024 National and...

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2023/10/24

The Independent Electoral Commission will officially launch the 2024 National and provincial elections today. The launch will focus on the final registrations, timelines and requirements ahead of the elections next year. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mawethu Mosery, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer for the IEC

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6:26

85% of SA's Air Force fleet remain grounded

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2023/10/24

85% of South Africa's Air Force fleet remain grounded due to a lack of funding and maintenance. This was revealed by Defence Minister Thandi Modise in a recent response to a question by the Democratic Alliance in parliament. DA MP Kobus Marais says the funding crisis affecting the South African Air and Defence Force leaves the nation vulnerable to security threats. Elvis Presslin asked Marais to elaborate further on his sentiments

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4:52

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

First Take SA ·

2023/10/24

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana, 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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5:08

AUBBTA calls for government to make public list of...

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2023/10/23

The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association (AUBBTA) is calling on the Department of Transport to make public the list of bus companies benefiting from government subsidies. The Association has accused government officials of misusing the subsidy for their own benefit. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Phumudzo Mukhwathi, Chairperson of AUBBTA

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14:37

City of Joburg to deploy patrollers to inspect & shut...

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2023/10/23

The City of Johannesburg will deploy patrollers to inspect and shut down spaza shops that are non-compliant with the City's by-laws. This comes amid reports of children who died or fell-ill after consuming food or snacks reportedly bought at spaza shops. Foreign-owned township shops have been accused of selling expired food and illicit goods. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku, MMC for Safety and Security in the City of Johannesburg

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2:55

PSA and SITA reported to sign wage agreement to end...

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2023/10/23

The Public Servants Association and the State Information Technology Agency are reportedly set to sign a wage agreement which could end the week long strike. Workers affiliated to the union embarked on a strike last week after salary negotiations reached a deadlock with the Agency. The workers are demanding a seven point five percent salary increase coupled with non financial benefits, while the employer is offering five percent. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to PSA Chief Negotiator Zamani

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7:12

SAWS to discuss climate change at a capacity building...

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2023/10/23

The South African Weather Services and other members of the World Meteorological Organisation will today converge in Sandton, Johannesburg for a pertinent capacity building programme, this as the continent grapples with climate change and adverse weather conditions. The heads of meteorological services across Africa and beyond, will discuss severe weather, variable weather patterns and subsequent environmental disasters on the continent and beyond. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Ishaam

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6:04

Mpumalanga police warn against jobs scams

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2023/10/20

Mpumalanga police have warned the public not to fall prey to criminals who solicit money from desperate job seekers applying for jobs at the South African Police Service. The police have reiterated that at no stage will the SAPS request applicants to pay money or ask for any favours in exchange for employment. They say they have noticed a trend where scammers come up with ways to source money from potential recruits. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mpumalanga police spokesperson Colonel

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6:23

President Ramaphosa to visit NW today

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2023/10/20

President Cyril Ramaphosa will today make a return visit to the North West to assess progress made on commitments government made during the previous District Development Model Presidential Imbizo in the province. During the first visit, community members raised various service delivery issues pertaining to water shortages, crime, poor roads and the lack of access to electricity and jobs. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Minister, Thembi

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6:10

Adv Kholeka Gcaleka endorsed as the next PP

First Take SA ·

2023/10/20

The National Assembly has endorsed Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka as the next Public Protector. Gcaleka, who previously served as deputy and acting public protector, received 244 votes, while 12 MPs voted against her appointment. The DA staged a walkout during the debate, while the EFF, UDM, ATM, COPE and PAC did not participate in the vote. It's now left to President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint Gcaleka to the position. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to DA spokesperson Solly Malatsi

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9:06

ANC to picket outside Israeli embassy in Pretoria today

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2023/10/20

The African National Congress, ANC will today hold a picket outside the Israeli embassy in Pretoria, In solidarity with Palestine. This after more than a week of intensified violent, retaliatory attacks between the two Middle Eastern countries, after the Palestinian group Hamas launched unexpected military onslaught against Israel. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Wendy Kahn, National Director of the South African Jewish Board of Deputies and ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri

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5:00

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2023/10/20

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8:59

HAITU calls for abolishment of private healthcare &...

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2023/10/19

The Health and Allied Workers Indaba Trade Union (HAITU) has called for the abolishment of the private healthcare system and the implementation of the National Health Insurance. The union believes the implementation of the NHI will guarantee quality healthcare for all South Africans. The NHI Bill was passed by the National Assembly in June. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Rich Sacini, president of Haitu

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6:34

National Assembly to vote on whether to recommend Adv...

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2023/10/19

The National Assembly is today expected to vote on whether to recommend Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka as the next Public Protector. Gcaleka has been acting in the position for more than a year, following the Parliamentary impeachment process of her predecessor, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane. To further discuss this Elvis Presslin spoke to FF-Plus' Chief Whip in Parliament, Dr. Corné Mulder.

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10:30

NSFAS CEO implicated in alleged fraud and corruption

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2023/10/19

The CEO of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, NSFAS Andile Nongogo has been implicated in alleged fraud and corruption. A damning forensic report found that Nongogo actively participated in the appointment of service providers, tasked to disburse allowances to students. The report has also accused Nongogo of having relations with some of the appointed companies. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Chantel King, DA MP and Shadow Minister for Higher Education and NSFAS spokesperson

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6:59

ActionSA to picket outside Durban ICC today

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2023/10/19

ActionSA will today picket outside the Durban International Convention Centre, following allegations by the party that the ANC-led eThekwini Municipality paid nearly R5-million for the ANC Women's League Conference that took place at the venue in August. ActionSA has written to the head of the City Integrity and Investigation Unit, Thulani Ntobela, requesting that he launches an immediate investigation into the matter. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Zwakele Mncwango, ActionSA KwaZulu-Natal

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5:00

Death toll in OR Tambo flooding risen to four people

First Take SA ·

2023/10/19

The death toll from severe flooding in the O.R. Tambo District, in the Eastern Cape has risen to four people. This after heavy rainfall affected various parts of the District, causing damage to property and infrastructure. For the latest Elvis Presslin spoke to OR Tambo District Municipality executive mayor, Mesuli Ngqondwana

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7:11

EIJ warns of economic contractions on budget cuts

First Take SA ·

2023/10/18

The Institute for Economic Justice says the budget cuts that are currently being pushed through by National Treasury will cause economic contractions and that it views the cuts as rushed and indiscriminate . National Treasury recently proposed drastic cuts in government spending in the next six months as part of fiscal consolidation. The cuts are based on government's forecasts of a 22 billion rand tax revenue shortfall. To discuss this further Elvis Presslin spoke to the Institute for Economic

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7:06

Police officer killed and another wounded in Ntuzuma,...

First Take SA ·

2023/10/18

A police officer has been killed and another wounded in a shootout between police and suspects in Ntuzuma, in KwaZulu Natal. Another police officer has been wounded. Eight suspects have also been killed. Police Minister Bheki Cele says another shootout in the Mzinyathi area near Inanda, also took place during an intelligence driven operation. The minister has revealed that in less than two months, 12 people have been killed by a group of criminals in areas north of Durban. For more on this Elvis

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