Recently appointed KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer, is taking swift action to combat construction mafias with a strategic approach. These criminal groups, which emerged in KZN around 2014/15, are notorious for demanding protection fees from local construction projects and companies, and also extorting a share of infrastructure project costs. Their illicit activities are estimated to drain the economy of approximately R68 billion. Now for more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer

Recently appointed KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer, is taking swift action to combat construction mafias with a strategic approach. These criminal groups, which emerged in KZN around 2014/15, are notorious for demanding protection fees from local construction projects and companies, and also extorting a share of infrastructure project costs. Their illicit activities are estimated to drain the economy of approximately R68 billion. Now for more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer

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Swift action to combat construction mafias in KZN

Between January and June 12, 2024, a disturbing 333 children in the Western Cape received medical treatment for firearm-related injuries, with a devastating 58 fatalities. The Western Cape Health Department, warns that if current trends continue, the number of child homicides involving firearms may exceed 100 by the end of the year. The most vulnerable group appears to be children aged 15 and older, who are often targeted by criminal gangs. To provide insight into this alarming trend, Criminologist Dr. Guy Lamb from the University of Stellenbosch's Politics Department spoke to Elvis Presslin

Between January and June 12, 2024, a disturbing 333 children in the Western Cape received medical treatment for firearm-related injuries, with a devastating 58 fatalities. The Western Cape Health Department, warns that if current trends continue, the number of child homicides involving firearms may exceed 100 by the end of the year. The most vulnerable group appears to be children aged 15 and older, who are often targeted by criminal gangs. To provide insight into this alarming trend, Criminologist Dr. Guy Lamb from the University of Stellenbosch's Politics Department spoke to Elvis Presslin

Firearm-related injuries in the Western Cape is disturbing

President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized the Democratic Alliance (DA) in a letter to its leader, John Steenhuisen, accusing the party of undermining efforts to establish a government of national unity. The letter comes as negotiations between the DA and the African National Congress (ANC) have reached an impasse over the Trade and Industry portfolio, hindering the formation of a unified government. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized the Democratic Alliance (DA) in a letter to its leader, John Steenhuisen, accusing the party of undermining efforts to establish a government of national unity. The letter comes as negotiations between the DA and the African National Congress (ANC) have reached an impasse over the Trade and Industry portfolio, hindering the formation of a unified government. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

ANC accuses DA of undermining efforts to establish a GNU

Four esteemed foundations are calling for a national dialogue to unite the country and shape its future. The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Steve Biko Foundation, and Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust - have joined forces to provide a platform for reflection and addressing the various challenges facing South Africa. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Neeshan Balton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

Four esteemed foundations are calling for a national dialogue to unite the country and shape its future. The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Steve Biko Foundation, and Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust - have joined forces to provide a platform for reflection and addressing the various challenges facing South Africa. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Neeshan Balton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

Swift action to combat construction mafias in KZN

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