The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, NUMSA is warning commuters to prepare for possible service disruptions at Gautrain due to its planned strike. The union has issued a 48-hour notice to management, citing stalled wage talks that began in April. NUMSA is demanding a 13% increase among other benefits. However Gautrain spokesperson Dr. Kesagee Nayager has assured Gautrain passengers that services will not be disrupted. Elvis Presslin spoke to Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, NUMSA's National Spokesperson

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, NUMSA is warning commuters to prepare for possible service disruptions at Gautrain due to its planned strike. The union has issued a 48-hour notice to management, citing stalled wage talks that began in April. NUMSA is demanding a 13% increase among other benefits. However Gautrain spokesperson Dr. Kesagee Nayager has assured Gautrain passengers that services will not be disrupted. Elvis Presslin spoke to Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, NUMSA's National Spokesperson

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Gautrain commuters warned of possible service disruptions

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

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

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

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

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