The disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team again featured strongly during the second appearance of the National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, before the Ad Hoc Committee looking into concerns into issues of national security. Masemola first appeared in October last year, and he was the second witness to testify. The committee  is investigating allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi last year in July. Zalene Merrington reports...   

The disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team again featured strongly during the second appearance of the National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, before the Ad Hoc Committee looking into concerns into issues of national security. Masemola first appeared in October last year, and he was the second witness to testify. The committee &nbsp;is investigating allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi last year in July. Zalene Merrington reports... &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Political Killings Task Team disbandment back in the  Ad Hoc Committee spotlight

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...

Political Killings Task Team disbandment back in the Ad Hoc Committee spotlight

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