ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says there's no deal between the ANC and DA regarding the mayorship of Tshwane. This announcement comes as the City Council is set to vote in a new mayor today following the removal of Cilliers Brink last month. Mbalula shared this update during a media briefing on the outcomes of the party's National Working Committee, emphasizing that no potential candidates have been put forward by the party for the Tshwane Mayor position. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Bafuze Yabo, ANC Greater Tshwane Region Spokesperson

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says there's no deal between the ANC and DA regarding the mayorship of Tshwane. This announcement comes as the City Council is set to vote in a new mayor today following the removal of Cilliers Brink last month. Mbalula shared this update during a media briefing on the outcomes of the party's National Working Committee, emphasizing that no potential candidates have been put forward by the party for the Tshwane Mayor position. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Bafuze Yabo, ANC Greater Tshwane Region Spokesperson

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ANC denies deal with DA on Tshwane mayorship ahead of City Council vote

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is facing serious allegations of corruption which reportedly cost the provincial government hundreds of millions of rands. According to AfriForum, Lesufi is at the center of a massive cover-up involving funds meant for the Department of Social Development to support vulnerable NGOs. The allegations suggest that Lesufi has been implicated in thwarting criminal investigations and shielding officials involved in the corruption. AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit claims that a whistleblower has come forward with evidence of the scandal, including forensic reports and other documentation. The unit's spokesperson, Barry Bateman, spoke to Elvis Presslin

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is facing serious allegations of corruption which reportedly cost the provincial government hundreds of millions of rands. According to AfriForum, Lesufi is at the center of a massive cover-up involving funds meant for the Department of Social Development to support vulnerable NGOs. The allegations suggest that Lesufi has been implicated in thwarting criminal investigations and shielding officials involved in the corruption. AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit claims that a whistleblower has come forward with evidence of the scandal, including forensic reports and other documentation. The unit's spokesperson, Barry Bateman, spoke to Elvis Presslin

Gauteng Premier faces corruption allegations over misuse of Social Development funds

Government is considering amending its Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) rules to enable Elon Musk's Starlink to operate in the country. Current regulations require communication companies to be 30% black-owned, which has prevented Starlink, owned by Musk's SpaceX, from securing a licence. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi plans to issue a policy direction to explore equity alternatives under the Electronic Communications Act. This initiative aims to expand broadband connectivity, especially in rural areas, while encouraging investment in South Africa's ICT sector. For more reaction on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Duma Gqubule, economist & research associate at Social Policy Initiative

Government is considering amending its Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) rules to enable Elon Musk's Starlink to operate in the country. Current regulations require communication companies to be 30% black-owned, which has prevented Starlink, owned by Musk's SpaceX, from securing a licence. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi plans to issue a policy direction to explore equity alternatives under the Electronic Communications Act. This initiative aims to expand broadband connectivity, especially in rural areas, while encouraging investment in South Africa's ICT sector. For more reaction on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Duma Gqubule, economist &amp; research associate at Social Policy Initiative

Government considers amending BEE rules to allow Elon Musk's Starlink to operate

Mozambicans will today cast their ballots in a crucial election, with the ruling Frelimo party, in power since 1975, expected to retain its grip. However, independent candidate Venancio Mondlane poses a significant challenge. As President Filipe Nyusi steps down after two terms, Frelimo's Daniel Chapo is poised to succeed him. For expert analysis, Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Adriano Nuvunga, Political Analyst and Chairperson of the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network In Mozambique

Mozambicans will today cast their ballots in a crucial election, with the ruling Frelimo party, in power since 1975, expected to retain its grip. However, independent candidate Venancio Mondlane poses a significant challenge. As President Filipe Nyusi steps down after two terms, Frelimo's Daniel Chapo is poised to succeed him. For expert analysis, Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Adriano Nuvunga, Political Analyst and Chairperson of the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network In Mozambique

ANC denies deal with DA on Tshwane mayorship ahead of City Council vote

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