Gauteng Police have launched a manhunt for suspects involved in a fatal shooting incident that claimed the lives of two people in their 20s, in Eldorado Park extension 4 in the south of Johannesburg. The police, in a statement, says the motive of the shooting is unknown, and a team has been activated to investigate the murders. The area has been riddled with gun violence for some time now. For a closer look at the state of crime and violence in the area, Elvis Presslin spoke to Eldorado Park Community activist, Dereleen James

Gauteng Police have launched a manhunt for suspects involved in a fatal shooting incident that claimed the lives of two people in their 20s, in Eldorado Park extension 4 in the south of Johannesburg. The police, in a statement, says the motive of the shooting is unknown, and a team has been activated to investigate the murders. The area has been riddled with gun violence for some time now. For a closer look at the state of crime and violence in the area, Elvis Presslin spoke to Eldorado Park Community activist, Dereleen James

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Police search for suspects over fatal shooting in Eldorado Park

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has raised alarm over the rising tide of violence against women and children. As the nation observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a campaign aimed at eradicating violence against these vulnerable groups, shocking statistics from the South African Police Service paint a grim picture revealing that 14 women and children are murdered every day. NUMSA emphasizes that this disturbing reality underscores a profound societal crisis, urging that tackling systemic inequality is critical to ending such violence. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to NUMSA spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has raised alarm over the rising tide of violence against women and children. As the nation observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a campaign aimed at eradicating violence against these vulnerable groups, shocking statistics from the South African Police Service paint a grim picture revealing that 14 women and children are murdered every day. NUMSA emphasizes that this disturbing reality underscores a profound societal crisis, urging that tackling systemic inequality is critical to ending such violence. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to NUMSA spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola

NUMSA alarmed over rising tide of GBV

Minister Thembi Simelane has been moved from the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development to the Ministry of Human Settlements, while Mmamoloko Kubayi takes over as the new Justice Minister. The move comes as Simelane continues to face scrutiny over her alleged involvement in the VBS Mutual Bank scandal, which has left many questioning whether her new role will provide redemption or simply a fresh start. For reaction on the national executive changes, Elvis Presslin spoke to Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach, DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development

Minister Thembi Simelane has been moved from the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development to the Ministry of Human Settlements, while Mmamoloko Kubayi takes over as the new Justice Minister. The move comes as Simelane continues to face scrutiny over her alleged involvement in the VBS Mutual Bank scandal, which has left many questioning whether her new role will provide redemption or simply a fresh start. For reaction on the national executive changes, Elvis Presslin spoke to Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach, DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development

Cabinet Reshuffle: Thembi Simelane moved to Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi becomes Justice Minister

Eskom, has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to approve a 36.1% electricity price hike from April 2025, a 11.8% price increase in 2026 and an 9.1% increase in 2027. BOSA Leader Mmusi Maimane is set to lead a picket today against NERSA's proposed electricity tariff increase, which is expected to exacerbate the economic hardship faced by many South Africans. The picket will take place outside the public hearings in Midrand, Gauteng, where activists and concerned citizens will also gather to voice their opposition. For more insight, Elvis Presslin spoke to BOSA Spokesperson, Roger Solomon

Eskom, has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to approve a 36.1% electricity price hike from April 2025, a 11.8% price increase in 2026 and an 9.1% increase in 2027. BOSA Leader Mmusi Maimane is set to lead a picket today against NERSA's proposed electricity tariff increase, which is expected to exacerbate the economic hardship faced by many South Africans. The picket will take place outside the public hearings in Midrand, Gauteng, where activists and concerned citizens will also gather to voice their opposition. For more insight, Elvis Presslin spoke to BOSA Spokesperson, Roger Solomon

Police search for suspects over fatal shooting in Eldorado Park

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