Parliamentary public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill have begun. The hearings coincided with World No Tobacco Day at the weekend. A recent survey shows alarming rates of tobacco use with 33.9% of the population smoking and 13.5% of young people using e-cigarettes. Experts are urging urgent action to reverse the trend. Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, Head of the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of Pretoria, Director of the National Council Against Smoking and Director of the Africa Centre for Tobacco Industry Monitoring and Policy Research

Parliamentary public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill have begun. The hearings coincided with World No Tobacco Day at the weekend. A recent survey shows alarming rates of tobacco use with 33.9% of the population smoking and 13.5% of young people using e-cigarettes. Experts are urging urgent action to reverse the trend. Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, Head of the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of Pretoria, Director of the National Council Against Smoking and Director of the Africa Centre for Tobacco Industry Monitoring and Policy Research

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Public hearings started on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill

The Freedom Front Plus In Tshwane has submitted an urgent motion to investigate Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi and possible political interference in a multimillion-rand security tender. The move follows evidence presented to the Madlanga Commission, revealing WhatsApp messages and lists of preferred companies, allegedly linked to the EFF and ActionSA. The opposition party claims the current administration's procurement process is under scrutiny and questions whether the controversy is about accountability or a power struggle for control of public funds. The FF Plus is calling for a change in government to restore transparency and accountability in Tshwane. We caught up with Grandi Theunissen, City of Tshwane Freedom Front Plus Caucus Leader and MMC for Community Safety In Tshwane and ANC Tshwane regional spokesperson, Joel Masilela.

The Freedom Front Plus In Tshwane has submitted an urgent motion to investigate Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi and possible political interference in a multimillion-rand security tender. The move follows evidence presented to the Madlanga Commission, revealing WhatsApp messages and lists of preferred companies, allegedly linked to the EFF and ActionSA. The opposition party claims the current administration's procurement process is under scrutiny and questions whether the controversy is about accountability or a power struggle for control of public funds. The FF Plus is calling for a change in government to restore transparency and accountability in Tshwane. We caught up with Grandi Theunissen, City of Tshwane Freedom Front Plus Caucus Leader and MMC for Community Safety In Tshwane and ANC Tshwane regional spokesperson, Joel Masilela.

FFPlus wants Tshwane CFO urgently investigated following alleged tender interference

As South Africa commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre, many are questioning whether the country's democracy has delivered on its promises. Despite progress, communities continue to face water shortages, electricity instability and collapsing infrastructure, sparking widespread protests. City of Tshwane Researcher, Lesego Mahlangu, in her personal capacity, argues that local government has failed to deliver and that communities must demand accountability and competence from their leaders. With the 2026 local government elections approaching, Mahlangu says it's time for citizens to reclaim their power and hold leaders accountable. She joins us on the line

As South Africa commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre, many are questioning whether the country's democracy has delivered on its promises. Despite progress, communities continue to face water shortages, electricity instability and collapsing infrastructure, sparking widespread protests. City of Tshwane Researcher, Lesego Mahlangu, in her personal capacity, argues that local government has failed to deliver and that communities must demand accountability and competence from their leaders. With the 2026 local government elections approaching, Mahlangu says it's time for citizens to reclaim their power and hold leaders accountable. She joins us on the line

Has our Democracy delivered on it's promises

A top official at Kgosi Mampuru Prison is facing calls for immediate suspension following allegations of a close relationship with murder accused Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala. Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi told a parliamentary committee that Matlala received preferential treatment, including access to a cellphone. Matlala was recently transferred to a maximum-security prison in Kokstad. Activists and Citizens Forum is demanding an investigation into possible corruption. Dennis Bloem is an activists and Citizens Forum spokesperson

A top official at Kgosi Mampuru Prison is facing calls for immediate suspension following allegations of a close relationship with murder accused Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala. Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi told a parliamentary committee that Matlala received preferential treatment, including access to a cellphone. Matlala was recently transferred to a maximum-security prison in Kokstad. Activists and Citizens Forum is demanding an investigation into possible corruption. Dennis Bloem is an activists and Citizens Forum spokesperson

A top official at Kgosi Mampuru Prison is facing calls for immediate suspension following allegations of a close relationship with murder accused Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala.

Public hearings started on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill

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