The Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the appointment of former Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The party is citing concerns over his suitability for the role. The DA argues that it is unacceptable for a former judge, who was previously impeached for gross misconduct, to be appointed by Parliament to serve on the very same commission that found him guilty. Elvis Presslin spoke to Hellen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance, to discuss the DA's objections to Hlophe's appointment and the implications for the judiciary

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the appointment of former Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The party is citing concerns over his suitability for the role. The DA argues that it is unacceptable for a former judge, who was previously impeached for gross misconduct, to be appointed by Parliament to serve on the very same commission that found him guilty. Elvis Presslin spoke to Hellen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance, to discuss the DA's objections to Hlophe's appointment and the implications for the judiciary

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DA takes legal actin against appointment of Dr John Hlophe to the JSC

The South African Weather Service is urging the Disaster Risk Reduction community to step up its efforts in providing vital Early Warning Systems to enhance community resilience against weather disasters. CEO Ishaam Abader made the call at a National Consultative Workshop on Early Warnings for All, which concludes today in Pretoria. The three-day event aims to assess the current state of Early Warning Systems in South Africa, as part of the UN-backed EW4All initiative to protect all from hazardous weather events by 2027. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mr. Ishaam Abader

The South African Weather Service is urging the Disaster Risk Reduction community to step up its efforts in providing vital Early Warning Systems to enhance community resilience against weather disasters. CEO Ishaam Abader made the call at a National Consultative Workshop on Early Warnings for All, which concludes today in Pretoria. The three-day event aims to assess the current state of Early Warning Systems in South Africa, as part of the UN-backed EW4All initiative to protect all from hazardous weather events by 2027. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mr. Ishaam Abader

Calls for Early warning weather systems to be stepped up

The City of Tshwane's multiparty coalition is holding a briefing today on its political affairs, as Mayor Cilliers Brink faces renewed attempts to remove him from office. Last month, the ANC withdrew a motion of no confidence against Mayor Brink, who they accused of allowing the city to deteriorate. However, sources suggest that a new motion is being prepared, putting the mayor's position under threat once again. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Kwena Moloto, DA Tshwane Caucus Spokesperson

The City of Tshwane's multiparty coalition is holding a briefing today on its political affairs, as Mayor Cilliers Brink faces renewed attempts to remove him from office. Last month, the ANC withdrew a motion of no confidence against Mayor Brink, who they accused of allowing the city to deteriorate. However, sources suggest that a new motion is being prepared, putting the mayor's position under threat once again. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Kwena Moloto, DA Tshwane Caucus Spokesperson

Tshwane mayor position under threat again

A shocking survey conducted by the University of Pretoria and Statistics South Africa has revealed that over 4 million people in South Africa are living with type 2 diabetes, with many not receiving adequate treatment. The University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre warns that the alarming rise in type 2 diabetes, driven by poor diets and lack of physical activity, is exacerbating this crisis. The study's findings are dire, with a significant number of patients failing to meet critical health targets, putting them at risk of severe complications. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Patrick Ngassa Piotie, Senior Programme Manager at the University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre and Chairperson of the Diabetes Alliance

A shocking survey conducted by the University of Pretoria and Statistics South Africa has revealed that over 4 million people in South Africa are living with type 2 diabetes, with many not receiving adequate treatment. The University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre warns that the alarming rise in type 2 diabetes, driven by poor diets and lack of physical activity, is exacerbating this crisis. The study's findings are dire, with a significant number of patients failing to meet critical health targets, putting them at risk of severe complications. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Patrick Ngassa Piotie, Senior Programme Manager at the University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre and Chairperson of the Diabetes Alliance

DA takes legal actin against appointment of Dr John Hlophe to the JSC

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