GIWUSA concerned over appointments of SETA chairpersons

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane has announced the withdrawal of recently appointed chairpersons of Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) with immediate effect. This after backlash that condemned the ANC's alleged attempts to capture Sector SETAs throug…

KZN Transport MEC concerned over payment delays for over 2000 service providers

KwaZulu-Natal Transport MEC Siboniso Duma has expressed deep concern over payment delays affecting over 2,000 service providers. Duma says the R1.5 billion in outstanding payments is linked to technical glitches in a new accounting system. MEC Duma says management is working with the national treas…

Court rules sections of Refugees act unconstitutional

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that certain sections of the Refugees Act are unconstitutional. The court ruled that considering asylum seekers to have abandoned their applications for failing to renew visas within a month is unfair and breaches international law protecting refugees from forc…

SACCI calls for national unity following departure of 49 Afrikaners to the US

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) is calling for national unity, urging citizens to put aside differences that hinder progress. This appeal comes amid heated debates surrounding the departure of 49 Afrikaners to the US, who claimed they faced genocide in South Africa. The c…

PSA concerned over alleged near collapse of National Lotteries Commission

The Public Servants Association has raised concern over the National Lotteries Commission's alleged near collapse. The Union is citing mismanagement, corruption and poor oversight. The PSA says the crisis threatens vital community programs and workers' livelihoods. Elvis Presslin spoke to Zamani Dl…

SETA chairperson appointments withdrawn following public outcry

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, has withdrawn the appointments of Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) chairpersons amid allegations of cronyism and political interference. The move follows public outcry over the appointment of individuals with alleg…

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of  "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

Intern's death at KZN hospital sparks outrage and calls for urgent action

The Public Servants Association (PSA) in KwaZulu-Natal is calling for urgent action following the tragic death of a medical intern at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, allegedly due to being forced to work while critically ill. The PSA is demanding the immediate suspension of implicated staff and …

Cyber security more crucial than ever as threats escalate

As cyber threats escalate in South Africa, individuals and businesses are increasingly vulnerable to data breaches, phishing scams, and misinformation campaigns. With the South African government's push for digital transformation, cybersecurity is more crucial than ever. Elvis Presslin spoke to Tha…

Calls for traditions to be reigned in at university graduations

As graduation season is in full swing in various universities, education activist Hendrick Makaneta has urged universities to rein in what he calls chaos disguised as celebration during graduations. He says the waving of knobkerries and assegais on stage is a safety risk and disrespects the dignity…