The Amatola Water Board says it will implement measures to ensure a consistent supply of water during the National Arts Festival starting this week in Makhanda. The town's water outages are well documented and there is concern about how this will affect the arts festival. The water board says the economic significance means they have to ensure there are no water challenges during the National Arts Festival. To further discuss this Elvis Presslin spoke to Amatola Water Board Chairperson, Pam Yako

The Amatola Water Board says it will implement measures to ensure a consistent supply of water during the National Arts Festival starting this week in Makhanda. The town's water outages are well documented and there is concern about how this will affect the arts festival. The water board says the economic significance means they have to ensure there are no water challenges during the National Arts Festival. To further discuss this Elvis Presslin spoke to Amatola Water Board Chairperson, Pam Yako

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No water challenges will affect the National Arts Festival

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the recent floods in Limpopo as catastrophic, with 36 houses damaged in Mbaula village. The province is experiencing widespread flooding, affecting hundreds of families, particularly in Vhembe and Mopani districts. The South African Weather Service has issued a level 10 warning, with further heavy rainfall expected. The government has deployed multi-disciplinary teams to assist affected areas, including rescue operations and damage assessments. Elvis Presslin spoke to Limpopo government spokesperson, Ndavhe Ramakuela

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the recent floods in Limpopo as catastrophic, with 36 houses damaged in Mbaula village. The province is experiencing widespread flooding, affecting hundreds of families, particularly in Vhembe and Mopani districts. The South African Weather Service has issued a level 10 warning, with further heavy rainfall expected. The government has deployed multi-disciplinary teams to assist affected areas, including rescue operations and damage assessments. Elvis Presslin spoke to Limpopo government spokesperson, Ndavhe Ramakuela

President Ramaphosa Describes Limpopo Floods as Catastrophic

The Office of the Tax Ombud is urging taxpayers to know their rights and get help with SARS disputes. The Tax Ombud offers free, independent assistance with tax complaints. Tax Ombud officials will be available for radio interviews to explain the services they offer and how to access them. The Tax Ombud's "Be A Smart Taxpayer" campaign aims to educate taxpayers on their rights and obligations. The office has published a guide to taxpayer rights and entitlements. Francois Viljoen, Specialist Systemic Investigation at the office of the Tax Ombudsman, spoke to Elvis Presslin

The Office of the Tax Ombud is urging taxpayers to know their rights and get help with SARS disputes. The Tax Ombud offers free, independent assistance with tax complaints. Tax Ombud officials will be available for radio interviews to explain the services they offer and how to access them. The Tax Ombud's "Be A Smart Taxpayer" campaign aims to educate taxpayers on their rights and obligations. The office has published a guide to taxpayer rights and entitlements. Francois Viljoen, Specialist Systemic Investigation at the office of the Tax Ombudsman, spoke to Elvis Presslin

Tax Ombud Urges Taxpayers to Know Their Rights in SARS Disputes

KwaZulu-Natal Public Works MEC Martin Mayer is calling for schools to get relief from municipal rates. Some schools in the province have faced water and electricity cuts due to unpaid bills. MEC Mayer visited the Durban School for the Hearing Impaired in Amanzimtoti, where he handed over books and acknowledged the challenges faced by schools. The MEC says it's unfair for schools to be burdened with high municipal costs and is pushing for rates to be scrapped or reduced. Elvis Presslin spoke to KZN Public Works and Infrastructure MEC, Martin Meyer

KwaZulu-Natal Public Works MEC Martin Mayer is calling for schools to get relief from municipal rates. Some schools in the province have faced water and electricity cuts due to unpaid bills. MEC Mayer visited the Durban School for the Hearing Impaired in Amanzimtoti, where he handed over books and acknowledged the challenges faced by schools. The MEC says it's unfair for schools to be burdened with high municipal costs and is pushing for rates to be scrapped or reduced. Elvis Presslin spoke to KZN Public Works and Infrastructure MEC, Martin Meyer

No water challenges will affect the National Arts Festival

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