The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved Eskom's 12.74% tariff increase for direct customers and 11.32% for municipalities. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA's Head of Energy and Electricity, Nhlanhla Ngidi is warning that the tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity connections as struggling consumers seek illicit means to access power. Ngidi spoke to our Senior producer, Ronald Phiri

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved Eskom's 12.74% tariff increase for direct customers and 11.32% for municipalities. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA's Head of Energy and Electricity, Nhlanhla Ngidi is warning that the tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity connections as struggling consumers seek illicit means to access power. Ngidi spoke to our Senior producer, Ronald Phiri

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SALGA warns Eskom's tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity problem

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng says it is demanding a speedy investigation into the alleged theft of R5.5 million from the Sedibeng Licensing Department, which implicates the son of Sedibeng Mayor, Councillor Lerato Maloka. The party says the theft occurred in December last year through fraudulent transactions on the eNatis system, using a cashier's user number and password. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to a Member of the Provincial Legislature and DA Emfuleni North Constituency Head, Kingsol Chabalala

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng says it is demanding a speedy investigation into the alleged theft of R5.5 million from the Sedibeng Licensing Department, which implicates the son of Sedibeng Mayor, Councillor Lerato Maloka. The party says the theft occurred in December last year through fraudulent transactions on the eNatis system, using a cashier's user number and password. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to a Member of the Provincial Legislature and DA Emfuleni North Constituency Head, Kingsol Chabalala

DA wants speedy investigation into alleged theft at the Sedibeng Licensing Department

The FW de Klerk Foundation's annual report card for 2024 has revealed a concerning deterioration in human rights in South Africa. The report assessed 27 rights enshrined in the Constitution's Bill of Rights, finding that 11 rights have worsened, 10 remain unchanged, and only 4 have improved. To elaborate further on the report Elvis Presslin spoke to FW de Klerk Foundation's Executive Director, Christo van der Rheede

The FW de Klerk Foundation's annual report card for 2024 has revealed a concerning deterioration in human rights in South Africa. The report assessed 27 rights enshrined in the Constitution's Bill of Rights, finding that 11 rights have worsened, 10 remain unchanged, and only 4 have improved. To elaborate further on the report Elvis Presslin spoke to FW de Klerk Foundation's Executive Director, Christo van der Rheede

Concerning deterioration of human rights in South Africa

ActionSA has introduced the Cut Cabinet Perks Bill to curb government waste. The legislation aims to end the lavish lifestyles of cabinet members. The Bill comes as the Government of National Unity proposes a regressive VAT hike that would further burden ordinary South Africans. To discuss the details of this bill and its implications for the country, Elvis Presslin spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament

ActionSA has introduced the Cut Cabinet Perks Bill to curb government waste. The legislation aims to end the lavish lifestyles of cabinet members. The Bill comes as the Government of National Unity proposes a regressive VAT hike that would further burden ordinary South Africans. To discuss the details of this bill and its implications for the country, Elvis Presslin spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament

SALGA warns Eskom's tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity problem

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