Between January and June 12, 2024, a disturbing 333 children in the Western Cape received medical treatment for firearm-related injuries, with a devastating 58 fatalities. The Western Cape Health Department, warns that if current trends continue, the number of child homicides involving firearms may exceed 100 by the end of the year. The most vulnerable group appears to be children aged 15 and older, who are often targeted by criminal gangs. To provide insight into this alarming trend, Criminologist Dr. Guy Lamb from the University of Stellenbosch's Politics Department spoke to Elvis Presslin

Between January and June 12, 2024, a disturbing 333 children in the Western Cape received medical treatment for firearm-related injuries, with a devastating 58 fatalities. The Western Cape Health Department, warns that if current trends continue, the number of child homicides involving firearms may exceed 100 by the end of the year. The most vulnerable group appears to be children aged 15 and older, who are often targeted by criminal gangs. To provide insight into this alarming trend, Criminologist Dr. Guy Lamb from the University of Stellenbosch's Politics Department spoke to Elvis Presslin

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Firearm-related injuries in the Western Cape is disturbing

President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized the Democratic Alliance (DA) in a letter to its leader, John Steenhuisen, accusing the party of undermining efforts to establish a government of national unity. The letter comes as negotiations between the DA and the African National Congress (ANC) have reached an impasse over the Trade and Industry portfolio, hindering the formation of a unified government. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized the Democratic Alliance (DA) in a letter to its leader, John Steenhuisen, accusing the party of undermining efforts to establish a government of national unity. The letter comes as negotiations between the DA and the African National Congress (ANC) have reached an impasse over the Trade and Industry portfolio, hindering the formation of a unified government. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

ANC accuses DA of undermining efforts to establish a GNU

Four esteemed foundations are calling for a national dialogue to unite the country and shape its future. The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Steve Biko Foundation, and Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust - have joined forces to provide a platform for reflection and addressing the various challenges facing South Africa. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Neeshan Balton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

Four esteemed foundations are calling for a national dialogue to unite the country and shape its future. The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Steve Biko Foundation, and Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust - have joined forces to provide a platform for reflection and addressing the various challenges facing South Africa. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Neeshan Balton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

Four foundations call for a national dialogue to unite the country

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has denied claims that the Nasi iSpani programme has been discontinued, calling them baseless and false. The confusion arose from a leaked circular about the end of a one-year contract for the Green Army EPWP participants, which is a separate program from the Gauteng Traffic Wardens. Lesufi has assured that the Nasi iSpani programme, which has employed thousands of Gauteng residents, is still active and will continue to address unemployment in the province. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's spokesperson, Sizwe Pamla and DA Gauteng Leader, Solly Msimanga...

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has denied claims that the Nasi iSpani programme has been discontinued, calling them baseless and false. The confusion arose from a leaked circular about the end of a one-year contract for the Green Army EPWP participants, which is a separate program from the Gauteng Traffic Wardens. Lesufi has assured that the Nasi iSpani programme, which has employed thousands of Gauteng residents, is still active and will continue to address unemployment in the province. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's spokesperson, Sizwe Pamla and DA Gauteng Leader, Solly Msimanga...

Firearm-related injuries in the Western Cape is disturbing

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