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Taxi bosses in Gauteng are living in fear after a surge in murders, including the recent killing of the Alexandra Randburg Midrand Sandton Taxi Association, ARMSTA, chairperson and his bodyguard. This follows the murder of Gauteng National Taxi Association chairperson Thami Moyo last month. The incidents have raised concerns about tensions in the taxi industry, just months after several rival taxi associations across South Africa signed peace agreements. Theo Malele, Spokesperson for the National Taxi Alliance
The United Democratic Movement, UDM has slammed President Cyril Ramaphosa's celebration of South Africa's removal from the Financial Action Task Force greylist saying it's "tone deaf" and ignores the struggles of ordinary citizens. The party's statement comes after the latest Afrobarometer findings showed nearly half of South Africans would not oppose military rule and seven in ten are frustrated with democracy. The UDM is calling on the government to focus on delivering visible change in people's lives, rather than just celebrating technical milestones. For more on this we are joined on the line by MP, UDM Deputy President and Leader in Parliament, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa
Residents of Johannesburg are set to march to the City Council Chambers tomorrow (Saturday) to demand action over the city's water crisis. They say the situation has become a human rights and economic emergency, affecting hospitals, schools and small businesses. Dr. Ferrial Adam, Executive Manager of WaterCAN, joins us to discuss the crisis and the residents' demands...
A protected witness testified before the Madlanga Commission yesterday alleging that murder-accused businessman Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala spent half a million rand on flights, hotels and other expenses for Minister Senzo Mchunu's delegates to the ANC's January 8th event in Cape Town. Matlala reportedly told police the payments were to support Mchunu's bid for a top ANC position. Mchunu, who has been suspended, denies any connection to Matlala. The commission also heard an audio recording of Matlala threatening to expose Mchunu after his SAPS contract was cancelled. For more on this here is the ANC veteran and Political analyst, Omry Makgoale
The ANC in Gauteng is fighting back after coalition partners filed a motion of no-confidence against Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero. The party says the move is opportunistic and aimed at destabilizing progress. The motion was brought by the UDM, Al Jamah, ATM, and AHC, who cite Morero's alleged interference in administrative processes and failure to implement key decisions. The ANC says it won't be swayed and is standing by the mayor. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mzi Khumalo, ANC Gauteng spokesperson
The Gauteng Department of Education has been accused of acting unlawfully by announcing late funding cuts for Quintile 5 schools. The Democratic Alliance says the move will cause financial pressure for parents and may lead to significant fee increases. The party is considering legal action to reverse the decision, which it claims is invalid and reckless. The department had previously topped up funding for these schools, creating an expectation that this would continue. Elvis Presslin spoke to Sergio Isa Dos Santos, DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Education
Hawks Section Head Brigadier Lesiba Mokoena faced tough questions yesterday over his unit's role in last December's raid on controversial figure Katiso "KT" Molefe's Sandhurst home in Johannesburg. Witnesses at the Madlanga Commission claim the Hawks disrupted the police operation. Mokoena insists the Hawks were there to prevent any impersonation of officers. Elvis Presslin spoke to Security Strategist and retired Interpol Ambassador, Andy Mashaile
The North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has reserved judgment in a case between the Information Regulator and the Department of Basic Education over the publication of matric results. The Regulator is seeking clarity on whether the DBE's method of publishing results complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act. The court heard arguments from both sides and will deliver its judgment at a later date. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nomzamo Zondi, Senior Manager of Communications and Data at the Information Regulator
ActionSA has tabled the Election Integrity Bill, aimed at regulating political opinion polling to protect the integrity of South Africa's electoral democracy. The proposed legislation seeks to prevent the dissemination of unverifiable or manipulated data and ensure transparency in political polling. Currently, South Africa lacks specific laws governing political opinion polling, unlike countries such as Brazil, Canada, France and Italy. The bill aims to amend the Electoral Commission Act and the Electoral Act to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for political opinion polling. Elvis Presslin spoke to MP and ActionSA Parliamentary Chief Whip, Lerato Ngobeni
The South African Weather Service has dismissed allegations of corruption and governance failure as "unfounded" and "misleading". The entity is currently engaged in a wage dispute with a labour union operating within the organisation, which SAWS says is behind some of the claims. The entity's Executive Management is accused of procurement manipulation, financial mismanagement, unchecked executive power and a culture of impunity. Elvis Presslin spoke to the Senior Manager, Communication and Stakeholder Relations at the South African Weather Service, Oupa Segalwe
Members of the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) are staging a sit-in at the Baviaanspoort Correctional Centre in Pretoria. The action follows the alleged victimisation of union representatives, including the suspension of the POPCRU Chairperson and intimidation of shop stewards. The union is demanding the release of arrested members, an end to intimidation and the reinstatement of its Chairperson. They also want the withdrawal of new shift changes pending proper dispute resolution. Elvis Presslin spoke to POPCRU Spokesperson, Richard Mamabolo
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the military to carry out immediate strikes in Gaza, citing a ceasefire violation by Hamas. Netanyahu's office says Hamas returned remains to Israel that did not belong to any of the 13 unaccounted hostages, constituting a "clear violation" of the ceasefire agreement. Elvis Presslin spoke to Naeem Jeenah, Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for strategic reflection
The Democratic Alliance in Gauteng says it will not beg for support in its upcoming motion of no confidence against Premier Panyaza Lesufi. The motion stems from the failed Amapanyaza crime prevention programme in the province, which the DA says was poorly planned and unlawful. Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Community Safety, Crezane Bosch
The Labour Court has ruled in favour of workers at ArcelorMittal South Africa, ordering the company to reinstate employees who were unfairly retrenched. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, NUMSA, took the company to court after ArcelorMittal proceeded with dismissals despite ongoing negotiations with the Industrial Development Corporation to purchase the company. The court has ordered ArcelorMittal to restart consultations with NUMSA and pay workers their salaries for the period they were retrenched. Elvis Presslin spoke to Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, NUMSA National Spokesperson
The Socio-Economic Right Institute of South Africa (SERI) is taking the City of Johannesburg to court today over the removal of informal traders in parts of the city. In recent weeks, the municipality has implemented its clean-up and by-law enforcement programme as part of reclaiming the city. The initiative has also seen City officials embarking on a new registration system aimed at regulating the more than 20 000 informal traders. This involves the removal of unregistered informal traders operating without authorisation and outside designated areas. Elvis Presslin spoke to Zanele Kanya, Candidate Attorney at SERI
The GOOD Party has laid criminal charges against Western Cape MECs and senior officials for allegedly tabling falsely balanced provincial budgets ahead of last year's general election. The party claims the MECs presented a rosy picture of the province's finances, only to later declare a R3.8 billion budget shortfall. A dossier of evidence has been submitted to the police and the party says this is the first time in South Africa's history that a government has been caught tabling a false or fake budget. Elvis Presslin spoke to Brett Herron, GOOD Secretary-General and Member of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament
NotInMyName International is calling for justice after two cousins, Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga were shot dead in Mamelodi East, Tshwane, on Sunday morning. The organisation is demanding a swift and transparent investigation into the brutal murder and is calling for increased police patrols and support for the affected community. This latest incident has reignited concerns about gender-based violence in South Africa, with NotInMyName International condemning the systemic failure to protect women and combat femicide. The organisation is urging the government to declare GBV a national emergency and take decisive action. Elvis Presslin spoke to NotInMyName International Secretary-General, Themba Masango
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
Eight former ActionSA councillors in Johannesburg are heading to court to challenge their removal from the City council. They claim their dismissal was procedurally flawed and politically motivated. The matter will be heard in the High Court tomorrow (Tuesday). The councillors argue that ActionSA ignored their rights by proceeding with replacement processes despite receiving cease and desist letters. They say the case is about fairness, accountability and democratic procedure. Elvis Presslin spoke to Elmari Atterbury, Spokesperson for the applicants and ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont
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