The City of Johannesburg says it will act on a High Court ruling that dismissed Marble Towers owners' bid to stop the demolition of unlawful trade containers. The court ordered the building to halt illegal construction and submit compliant plans within 20 days. Mayor Dada Morero has welcomed the ruling, saying it strengthens the City's authority to enforce building and fire safety in the inner city. We spoke to Tlou Montja, Director for Litigation Management Services in the City of Johannesburg.

The City of Johannesburg says it will act on a High Court ruling that dismissed Marble Towers owners' bid to stop the demolition of unlawful trade containers. The court ordered the building to halt illegal construction and submit compliant plans within 20 days. Mayor Dada Morero has welcomed the ruling, saying it strengthens the City's authority to enforce building and fire safety in the inner city. We spoke to Tlou Montja, Director for Litigation Management Services in the City of Johannesburg.

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Marble Towers faces possible demolition if it continues to be non-compliant

A growing number of South Africans are struggling to get a good night's rest, and the consequences go far beyond feeling tired. A recent local study shows that nearly one in three people experience nocturnal sleep problems, affecting everything from mood and concentration to productivity and long-term health. Experts warn that what many dismiss as "normal" poor sleep could, in fact, point to more serious conditions. We spoke to Dr Sarel Theron, a neurologist from Mediclinic Durbanville, to unpack the science behind sleep, the risks of chronic sleep disruption and what people can do to improve their sleep health.

A growing number of South Africans are struggling to get a good night's rest, and the consequences go far beyond feeling tired. A recent local study shows that nearly one in three people experience nocturnal sleep problems, affecting everything from mood and concentration to productivity and long-term health. Experts warn that what many dismiss as "normal" poor sleep could, in fact, point to more serious conditions. We spoke to Dr Sarel Theron, a neurologist from Mediclinic Durbanville, to unpack the science behind sleep, the risks of chronic sleep disruption and what people can do to improve their sleep health.

Research reveals that a growing number of South Africans are experiencing sleeping problems

The All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa will embark on a national shut down tomorrow, in protest against the hiring of foreign national drivers. The group claims its long-standing grievances submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour have not been addressed. Disruptions are expected on major highways including the N2 and N3 in KwaZulu-Natal as the forum demands government intervention. We spoke to Gugu Sokhela, Secretary-General of the All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa.

The All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa will embark on a national shut down tomorrow, in protest against the hiring of foreign national drivers. The group claims its long-standing grievances submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour have not been addressed. Disruptions are expected on major highways including the N2 and N3 in KwaZulu-Natal as the forum demands government intervention. We spoke to Gugu Sokhela, Secretary-General of the All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa.

The All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa to embark on a national shut down in protest against the hiring of foreign national drivers

Lobby group AfriForum has filed a High Court application to reverse the renaming of Graaff-Reinet to Robert Sobukwe Town, citing unlawful process. The civil rights group says the 240-year-old Eastern Cape town holds significant cultural and historical value for residents. Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie maintains due process was followed, as his department faces thousands of objections to recent name changes.We spoke to  AfriForum's Head of Cultural Affairs, Alana Bailey

Lobby group AfriForum has filed a High Court application to reverse the renaming of Graaff-Reinet to Robert Sobukwe Town, citing unlawful process. The civil rights group says the 240-year-old Eastern Cape town holds significant cultural and historical value for residents. Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie maintains due process was followed, as his department faces thousands of objections to recent name changes.We spoke to&nbsp; AfriForum's Head of Cultural Affairs, Alana Bailey

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