The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has announced plans to retrench around 152 non-academic staff members. The decision comes after the university has already let go of 21 staff members in the past year due to operational requirements. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Nehawu Durban regional secretary, Prince Mthalane

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) has announced plans to retrench around 152 non-academic staff members. The decision comes after the university has already let go of 21 staff members in the past year due to operational requirements. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Nehawu Durban regional secretary, Prince Mthalane

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DUT announces plans to retrench non-academic staff members

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson is on a nationwide tour to address issues surrounding the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). During a recent visit to uMngeni, KwaZulu-Natal, he heard firsthand accounts of abuse, nepotism, and exploitation within the program. Workers reported being excluded due to political connections, while some jobs were allegedly sold for money or loyalty. The Minister acknowledged these concerns and emphasized the need for reform. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson is on a nationwide tour to address issues surrounding the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). During a recent visit to uMngeni, KwaZulu-Natal, he heard firsthand accounts of abuse, nepotism, and exploitation within the program. Workers reported being excluded due to political connections, while some jobs were allegedly sold for money or loyalty. The Minister acknowledged these concerns and emphasized the need for reform. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson

Abuse, nepotism and exploitation within EPWP

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Limpopo are staging a protest march today to the office of Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, demanding urgent attention to severe water shortages in Polokwane. The party is also highlighting concerns over high electricity costs and rampant unemployment in the province. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to the EFF Limpopo Chairpreson, Lawrence Mapoulo

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Limpopo are staging a protest march today to the office of Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, demanding urgent attention to severe water shortages in Polokwane. The party is also highlighting concerns over high electricity costs and rampant unemployment in the province. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to the EFF Limpopo Chairpreson, Lawrence Mapoulo

EFF in Limpopo to march to the office of the Premier

SAFA President Danny Jordaan is set to appear in court today, facing allegations of misusing R1.3 million in association funds for personal gain. The accusations against him include fraud, theft, and improperly using SAFA funds to hire a communications company to manage his image after former ANC MP Jennifer Ferguson alleged he had raped her in 2017. Jordaan's alleged misconduct occurred between 2014 and 2018, during which he purportedly hired a private security firm and a public relations company without the board's authorization. For more, Elvis Presslin spoke to Lefore Lerefolo, a former NEC member at the South African Football Association, SAFA

SAFA President Danny Jordaan is set to appear in court today, facing allegations of misusing R1.3 million in association funds for personal gain. The accusations against him include fraud, theft, and improperly using SAFA funds to hire a communications company to manage his image after former ANC MP Jennifer Ferguson alleged he had raped her in 2017. Jordaan's alleged misconduct occurred between 2014 and 2018, during which he purportedly hired a private security firm and a public relations company without the board's authorization. For more, Elvis Presslin spoke to Lefore Lerefolo, a former NEC member at the South African Football Association, SAFA

DUT announces plans to retrench non-academic staff members

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