The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has identified over 200,000 social grant recipients who failed to declare their income. These individuals won't receive their June payments until their grants are reviewed. Affected recipients are urged to visit their nearest SASSA office within 30 days to comply with the Social Assistance Act. Elvis Presslin spoke to SASSA Spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi, to discuss the implications and next steps

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has identified over 200,000 social grant recipients who failed to declare their income. These individuals won't receive their June payments until their grants are reviewed. Affected recipients are urged to visit their nearest SASSA office within 30 days to comply with the Social Assistance Act. Elvis Presslin spoke to SASSA Spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi, to discuss the implications and next steps

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Over 200 000 social grant recipients won't receive their June payments

Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane has appointed law firm KRM Inc to investigate the death of 10-year-old Milton Neo Mokgoatsane, who was killed when a goal post fell on him at Reagile Primary School in Tembisa. The investigation will look into allegations surrounding the incident and recommend action. MEC Chiloane met with the family and school officials to outline the probe's terms. The law firm will interview witnesses and examine the circumstances, including potential liability and adherence to laws governing learner care. Elvis Presslin spoke to Spokesperson for the Gauteng Education Department Spokesperson, Steve Mabona

Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane has appointed law firm KRM Inc to investigate the death of 10-year-old Milton Neo Mokgoatsane, who was killed when a goal post fell on him at Reagile Primary School in Tembisa. The investigation will look into allegations surrounding the incident and recommend action. MEC Chiloane met with the family and school officials to outline the probe's terms. The law firm will interview witnesses and examine the circumstances, including potential liability and adherence to laws governing learner care. Elvis Presslin spoke to Spokesperson for the Gauteng Education Department Spokesperson, Steve Mabona

Gauteng Education MEC appoints  KRM Inc law firm to probe death of 10-year-old Milton Neo Mokgoatsane

The City of Tshwane is facing fresh corruption allegations over 31-point-7 million Rand Water tanker contracts awarded to companies linked to Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise. Modise resigned as director of one company following the payments. DA mayoral candidate Cilliers Brink is also urging further investigation into the R777 million water project, which is already under scrutiny by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU). Modise has denied any wrongdoing. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont

The City of Tshwane is facing fresh corruption allegations over 31-point-7 million Rand Water tanker contracts awarded to companies linked to Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise. Modise resigned as director of one company following the payments. DA mayoral candidate Cilliers Brink is also urging further investigation into the R777 million water project, which is already under scrutiny by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU). Modise has denied any wrongdoing. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont

City of Tshwane faces fresh R31.7 million Rand Water tanker scandal

Environment Minister, Willie Aucamp has decided to push ahead and rule on appeals against environmental authorisations for key offshore oil and gas exploration projects. The decision comes against a backdrop of sharply rising global oil prices fueled by ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Speaking at the Southern Africa Oil and Gas Conference in Cape Town, Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe strongly criticised environmental groups, accusing their court challenges of delaying South Africa's ability to tap its substantial oil and gas reserves and hampering national development. However, environmental groups argue that exploration could undermine climate objectives and harm marine ecosystems. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Ross Compton, Senior Director of global policy at EnerGeo Alliance, who have welcomed Minister Aucamp's decision...

Environment Minister, Willie Aucamp has decided to push ahead and rule on appeals against environmental authorisations for key offshore oil and gas exploration projects. The decision comes against a backdrop of sharply rising global oil prices fueled by ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Speaking at the Southern Africa Oil and Gas Conference in Cape Town, Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe strongly criticised environmental groups, accusing their court challenges of delaying South Africa's ability to tap its substantial oil and gas reserves and hampering national development. However, environmental groups argue that exploration could undermine climate objectives and harm marine ecosystems. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Ross Compton, Senior Director of global policy at EnerGeo Alliance, who have welcomed Minister Aucamp's decision...

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