On World Children's Day, a global commemoration observed annually on November 20th. To coincide with this occasion, UNICEF has released a critical report highlighting the living conditions of children and young people in South Africa. The Situation Analysis report reveals concerning statistics that 62% of children face multidimensional poverty, malnutrition persists, and significant disparities in education remain, with 78% of Grade 4 learners unable to read for meaning. The report also underscores the urgency of addressing violence, climate risks, and child protection gaps. For more Elvis Preslin spoke to UNICEF South Africa's Representative Christine Muhigana 

On World Children's Day, a global commemoration observed annually on November 20th. To coincide with this occasion, UNICEF has released a critical report highlighting the living conditions of children and young people in South Africa. The Situation Analysis report reveals concerning statistics that 62% of children face multidimensional poverty, malnutrition persists, and significant disparities in education remain, with 78% of Grade 4 learners unable to read for meaning. The report also underscores the urgency of addressing violence, climate risks, and child protection gaps. For more Elvis Preslin spoke to UNICEF South Africa's Representative Christine Muhigana

UNICEF releases a critical report highlighting the living conditions of children and young people in South Africa

A step by step guide to ensure that your prepaid electricity meter is recoded...

Insert the following number onto your meter keypad - 1844 6744 0738 4377 2416

If your meter displays a 2 or 2.2 it has been upgraded and there is nothing more that you need to do.

If your meter displays a 1 or 1.2 you need to upgrade your meter. 

To recode your meter: Purchase electricity from an approved vendor, and you'll
receive two extra 20-digit recode tokens to enter into your meter.

If your meter is not accepting the KRN2 recode token, Chat with Eskom's friendly chatbot, Alfred at alfred.eskom.co.za/chatroom or dial *120*37566# on your mobile for further assistance.

A step by step guide to ensure that your prepaid electricity meter is recoded...
Insert the following number onto your meter keypad - 1844 6744 0738 4377 2416
If your meter displays a 2 or 2.2 it has been upgraded and there is nothing more that you need to do.
If your meter displays a 1 or 1.2 you need to upgrade your meter. 
To recode your meter: Purchase electricity from an approved vendor, and you'll receive two extra 20-digit recode tokens to enter into your meter.
If your meter is not accepting the KRN2 recode token, Chat with Eskom's friendly chatbot, Alfred at alfred.eskom.co.za/chatroom or dial *120*37566# on your mobile for further assistance.

Step by Step guide to make sure your electricity meter is recoded

Hamza Chalan is a dedicated and passionate photojournalist who has spent years documenting the human stories in Gaza, capturing both the hardships and the enduring spirit of its people. His work has garnered international attention for its raw authenticity and emotional depth, providing a window into a world seldom seen by outsiders. Hamza Chalan is invited in the country to give a talk at the Soweto Muslim Association and he spoke to Elvis Presslin

Hamza Chalan is a dedicated and passionate photojournalist who has spent years documenting the human stories in Gaza, capturing both the hardships and the enduring spirit of its people. His work has garnered international attention for its raw authenticity and emotional depth, providing a window into a world seldom seen by outsiders. Hamza Chalan is invited in the country to give a talk at the Soweto Muslim Association and he spoke to Elvis Presslin

Gaza photojournalist in SA describes the scene in Gaza

The South African Reserve Bank is set to announce its latest interest rate decision today, with market expectations pointing to a 25-basis-point cut. This comes on the heels of easing inflation, which has slipped below the midpoint of the bank's target range. If confirmed, this would mark the second rate cut in the current cycle, following a similar 25-basis-point reduction in September. As the country waits with bated breath for the official announcement, Elvis Presslin spoke to Frank Blackmore, Lead Economist at KPMG South Africa, to analyze the potential implications of this decision and what it might mean for the economy

The South African Reserve Bank is set to announce its latest interest rate decision today, with market expectations pointing to a 25-basis-point cut. This comes on the heels of easing inflation, which has slipped below the midpoint of the bank's target range. If confirmed, this would mark the second rate cut in the current cycle, following a similar 25-basis-point reduction in September. As the country waits with bated breath for the official announcement, Elvis Presslin spoke to Frank Blackmore, Lead Economist at KPMG South Africa, to analyze the potential implications of this decision and what it might mean for the economy

SARB set to announce latest interest rate decision 

An investigation is underway in KwaZulu-Natal after authorities discovered two warehouses storing expired food items, alcohol, and medication in Durban. The warehouses, located near the Bluff, also contained counterfeit goods. Provincial Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and Premier Thami Ntuli are leading the investigation, which aims to determine the origin and intended destination of the expired goods. For more on this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke to KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Robert Netshiunda

An investigation is underway in KwaZulu-Natal after authorities discovered two warehouses storing expired food items, alcohol, and medication in Durban. The warehouses, located near the Bluff, also contained counterfeit goods. Provincial Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and Premier Thami Ntuli are leading the investigation, which aims to determine the origin and intended destination of the expired goods. For more on this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke to KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Robert Netshiunda

Investigation underway after discovery of 2 warehouses selling expired goods

Time is running out for nearly 2 million South African prepaid electricity customers, who face a looming deadline of Sunday to update their meters. The Democratic Alliance's spokesperson on Electricity and Energy, Kevin Mileham has sounded the alarm, emphasizing the urgent need for customers to take action and recode their meters to avoid being cut off from the power grid. He spoke to our Senior Producer, Ronald Phiri...

Time is running out for nearly 2 million South African prepaid electricity customers, who face a looming deadline of Sunday to update their meters. The Democratic Alliance's spokesperson on Electricity and Energy, Kevin Mileham has sounded the alarm, emphasizing the urgent need for customers to take action and recode their meters to avoid being cut off from the power grid. He spoke to our Senior Producer, Ronald Phiri...

Prepaid electricity customers have until Sunday to update their meters

A crucial court battle is underway in the Johannesburg High Court as SECTION27, representing the Cancer Alliance, takes on the Gauteng Department of Health and nine others. The case centers on the department's alleged failure to utilize R784 million allocated for addressing radiation and surgical backlogs in the province. This delay has resulted in the loss of lives among cancer patients. To discuss this critical issue Elvis Presslin spoke to Khanyisa Mapipa, Head of Health Rights at SECTION27

A crucial court battle is underway in the Johannesburg High Court as SECTION27, representing the Cancer Alliance, takes on the Gauteng Department of Health and nine others. The case centers on the department's alleged failure to utilize R784 million allocated for addressing radiation and surgical backlogs in the province. This delay has resulted in the loss of lives among cancer patients. To discuss this critical issue Elvis Presslin spoke to Khanyisa Mapipa, Head of Health Rights at SECTION27

Section 27 takes on Gauteng Health over cancer treatment

In a groundbreaking move, the Midvaal Municipality in Gauteng is taking steps to cut ties with Eskom, opting instead to partner with a private company for its electricity supply. Renowned for its strong financial management and a clean slate with Eskom, the municipality is planning a 20-year public-private partnership (PPP) to secure its energy needs. This bold initiative is being hailed as a potential blueprint for addressing energy challenges at the municipal level. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Reginald Hubbard, Midvaal's Member of the Mayoral Committee for Engineering Services

In a groundbreaking move, the Midvaal Municipality in Gauteng is taking steps to cut ties with Eskom, opting instead to partner with a private company for its electricity supply. Renowned for its strong financial management and a clean slate with Eskom, the municipality is planning a 20-year public-private partnership (PPP) to secure its energy needs. This bold initiative is being hailed as a potential blueprint for addressing energy challenges at the municipal level. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Reginald Hubbard, Midvaal's Member of the Mayoral Committee for Engineering Services

Gauteng's Midvaal Muncipality steps to cut ties with Eskom

Gauteng Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile has issued a stern warning to South African citizens against registering spaza shops on behalf of foreign nationals. This caution comes amid growing concerns over the legitimacy of some spaza shop operations in the province. Mec Maile spoke to our Senior Producer, Ronald Phiri about the requirements to register spaza shops and what the implications of this warning means for spaza shop owners and the community at large

Gauteng Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile has issued a stern warning to South African citizens against registering spaza shops on behalf of foreign nationals. This caution comes amid growing concerns over the legitimacy of some spaza shop operations in the province. Mec Maile spoke to our Senior Producer, Ronald Phiri about the requirements to register spaza shops and what the implications of this warning means for spaza shop owners and the community at large

Gauteng MEC warns against registering spaza shops for foreign nationals

Tensions are running high in Soweto as residents protest against foreign nationals owning spaza shops in the area. The demonstrations, which erupted outside the Customer Service Centre in Jabulani yesterday, come after President Cyril Ramaphosa's directive requiring all spaza shops and food handling facilities to register with their local municipalities within 21 days. At the heart of the unrest is the allegation that local homeowners are registering spaza shops on behalf of foreign nationals renting on their properties. Elvis Presslin spoke to Faith Mabusela, National Chairperson of Put South Africa First, to discuss the implications of this directive and the growing tensions in Soweto

Tensions are running high in Soweto as residents protest against foreign nationals owning spaza shops in the area. The demonstrations, which erupted outside the Customer Service Centre in Jabulani yesterday, come after President Cyril Ramaphosa's directive requiring all spaza shops and food handling facilities to register with their local municipalities within 21 days. At the heart of the unrest is the allegation that local homeowners are registering spaza shops on behalf of foreign nationals renting on their properties. Elvis Presslin spoke to Faith Mabusela, National Chairperson of Put South Africa First, to discuss the implications of this directive and the growing tensions in Soweto

Tensions run high in Soweto over spaza shop ownership

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A weekly news and current affairs show presented by Elvis Presslin on SAfm 104 to 107 from 5:00 to 6:00 am.

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