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The Democratic Alliance, DA is challenging the contentious Expropriation Act in court. The party filed papers with the Western Cape High Court, in a bid to have the recently signed Act declared unconstitutional. The DA says it rejects what it calls "ANC attempts to smuggle in further powers of expropriation without compensation". For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Public Works and Infrastru...

The FW de Klerk Foundation has issued an urgent call to Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump to engage in constructive dialogue and negotiations to resolve the deteriorating relationship between South Africa and the US. The foundation warns that the current impasse poses a significant risk to South Africa's Government of National Unity and could have dire political and economic consequences...

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the 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...

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) has expressed outrage over what it calls the latest imperialist and racist assault on South Africa's sovereignty by U.S. President, Donald Trump. SAFTU was reacting to an executive order in which Trump announced that his administration will halt financial aid to South Africa and allow for opportunities of settlement for white Afrikaners in the U...

Namibia is mourning the loss of its founding father and former President, Sam Nujoma. He passed away at the age of 95 at the weekend. Nujoma led Namibia's fight for independence from South Africa, achieving victory in 1990. He co-founded the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) in 1960, and became its first president. As the country reflects on his legacy, Elvis Presslin spoke to Namibi...

Former EFF spokesperson and Member of Parliament, Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has broken his silence, revealing the reasons behind his recent absence from the public eye. In an exclusive interview with SABC Political Editor Mzwandile Mbeje, Ndlozi cites disputes over his abrupt suspension from the party, which led to his failure to attend the EFF's 3rd National People's Assembly

KwaZulu-Natal's Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is facing a water supply crisis, affecting patient care and staff welfare. The provincial Department of Health says it has implemented contingency measures, including water tankers and bottled water, while working with eThekwini Municipality to resolve the issue. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mlungisi Ndlovu, Provincial Manager of the Public Servants Ass...

Diplomatic tensions are escalating between South Africa and the US after President Trump signed an executive order halting financial assistance to South Africa. The move is in response to concerns over the newly enacted Expropriation Bill, which allows the state to acquire property for public purposes. Trump's decision has sparked controversy, particularly his plan to resettle Afrikaners as refuge...

President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address has ignited a fierce debate, with African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) leader Kenneth Meshoe sharply criticizing the president's stance on corruption. Reverend Dr. Meshoe accused Ramaphosa of being a hypocrite, citing the Phala Phala farm scandal as evidence. For more insight into the ACDP's concerns, Elvis Presslin spoke to ACDP Deputy...

President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address has received mixed reaction with opposition parties like the EFF, ActionSA, and MK expressing disappointment over the lack of concrete solutions to South Africa's pressing issues. In contrast, the Democratic Alliance, a key partner in the Government of National Unity, welcomed the President's address, but emphasized the need for swift impleme...

The ANC, Cosatu, SACP, and SANCO will today march against the potential closure of ArcelorMittal South Africa, which threatens to leave thousands of workers jobless. Despite the company's decision to delay the closure of its long steel business by a month, the unions are demanding urgent government intervention to save the operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging. For more on today's planned march...

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

As South Africa prepares for President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address, the African Transformation Movement (ATM) is calling for urgent action to address the country's pressing issues. With rising crime rates, economic stagnation, and infrastructure in disarray, the ATM is demanding accountability and tangible solutions from the President. To discuss the ATM's expectations and concer...

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) later this evening. This SONA is particularly significant, as it marks Ramaphosa's first address as leader of the Government of National Unity (GNU). As the nation holds its breath, eager to hear his plans for addressing the country's pressing economic and political challenges, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political analyst,...

As South Africans eagerly await President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address (SONA) today, the country's economic challenges remain a pressing concern. With unemployment rates soaring to 33.5% and poverty affecting nearly half of the adult population, political parties are calling on the President to address these issues head-on. Elvis Presslin spoke to Thokozile Madonko, Researcher at...

The Department of Social Development has deregistered over 6,000 non-compliant Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs). The department says a total of 203 279 organisations comprising of NPOs, voluntary associations and trusts across South Africa face the risk of deregistration for failure to comply with the requirements to submit annual reports. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mpho Mngxitama, Ac...

The Hawks have launched an investigation into the alleged tampering of a Transnet fuel pipeline and theft of fuel in Alberton, Johannesburg. Hawks spokesperson Lieutenant colonel, Lloyd Ramovha told our Senior Producer Ronald Phiri that four individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident

The Democratic Alliance has confirmed that a landmark agreement has been reached with the Government of National Unity, to ensure the survival of private medical aids under the impending National Health Insurance Act, NHI. This follows intense negotiations between the ANC and DA, which had been at odds over key aspects of the NHI, as well as the Expropriation Act and the Basic Education Laws Amend...

Economists say South African motorists will have to tighten their belts as the price of fuel increased today. Both grades of petrol increased by 82 cents per litre, while diesel went up by R1.01 and R1.05 cents per litre. The increasses come as millions of South Africans struggle to keep their heads above the proverbial water, with the country's ever-rising cost of living and continuing load shedd...

As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to deliver the State of the Nation Address tomorrow (Thursday), South Africans eagerly await his plans to tackle the country's pressing issues, including rising unemployment, the high cost of living, and persistent load shedding. Save South Africa, a non-profit organization, has been vocal about its concerns and hopes the President will prioritize these issues...

The City of Johannesburg has announced the resumption of Rea Vaya bus services following a brief suspension. This after two bus drivers were fatally shot in separate incidents in Soweto. For more insight into the situation and the concerns of transport workers, Elvis Presslin spoke to Risimagi Mathebula, Shopsteward at Pioneer Transport (Rea Vaya) and Satawu Westrand Secretary

Five mine workers have lost their lives in a tragic incident at Harmony's Doornkop and Joel mines in Gauteng and the Free State. The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) has strongly condemned the incident, labeling it a 'corporate genocide' - pointing to a broader pattern of neglect and exploitation in the mining sector. For more on this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke...

Afrikaans e-hailing company Wanatu is being accused of operating without necessary permits and with no vehicle impoundments by Metro Police. This was revealed by Build One SA Gauteng Provincial Legislature Member, Ayanda Allie. The revelation follows recent protests by E-hailing drivers against Tshwane metro police officers impounding their vehicles over a lack of necessary permits. Tshwane MMC fo...

The South African Pharmacy Council has instructed pharmacists to dispense abortion medication, regardless of personal beliefs. This after 13 NGOs and legal centers expressed concerns about pharmacists denying patients access to abortifacients, citing moral or religious reasons. Victoria Satchwell, Executive Director of Abortion Support South Africa spoke to Elvis Presslin about the implications of...

ActionSA has expressed concern over what it refers to as reckless remarks made by US President, Donald Trump in response to South Africa's Expropriation Bill into law. The party was reacting to news that Trump and his administration will be cutting off all future funding to South Africa, after accusing Pretoria of confiscating land and discriminating against certain citizens. ActionSA has refuted...