Panyaza Lesufi delivered the 2026 State of the Province Address at NASREC yesterday, highlighting the Gauteng Government’s achievements, ongoing challenges, and plans for the year ahead. Speaking before members of the legislature, political leaders, business representatives, and civil society, Lesufi emphasised the province’s commitment to socio- economic transformation, job creation, and improved service delivery. Thabiso Tema spoke to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi.

Panyaza Lesufi delivered the 2026 State of the Province Address at NASREC yesterday, highlighting the Gauteng Government&rsquo;s achievements, ongoing challenges, and plans for the year ahead. Speaking before members of the legislature, political leaders, business representatives, and civil society, Lesufi emphasised the province&rsquo;s commitment to socio- economic transformation, job creation, and improved service delivery. Thabiso Tema spoke to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi.

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POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you&rsquo;re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.

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STATE OF THE PROVINCE ADDRESS: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi Reported on Province’s Progress and Challenges

As South Africa approaches this year’s budget speech on 25 February 2026, attention often focuses on unemployment, national debt, and inequality. Yet one policy with the potential to improve the lives of South Africans—particularly the poorest—rarely receives the spotlight it deserves: the Health Promotion Levy (HPL), better known as the sugary drinks tax. Thabiso Tema spoke to Zuki Zimela, Communications Manager at HEALA

As South Africa approaches this year&rsquo;s budget speech on 25 February 2026, attention often focuses on unemployment, national debt, and inequality. Yet one policy with the potential to improve the lives of South Africans&mdash;particularly the poorest&mdash;rarely receives the spotlight it deserves: the Health Promotion Levy (HPL), better known as the sugary drinks tax. Thabiso Tema spoke to Zuki Zimela, Communications Manager at HEALA

Budget Speech buildup: The Health Promotion Levy (HPL)

South Africa’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the National Gambling Board (NGB) have launched a coordinated response to a growing crisis: tertiary students using their education allowances to gamble on online betting platforms. The partnership aims to protect students from gamblingrelated harm, safeguard public education funds, and promote responsible financial behaviour at universities and colleges across the country. Thabiso Tema spoke to The spokesperson is the National Gambling board Acting CEO, Lungile Dukwana.

South Africa&rsquo;s National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the National Gambling Board (NGB) have launched a coordinated response to a growing crisis: tertiary students using their education allowances to gamble on online betting platforms. The partnership aims to protect students from gamblingrelated harm, safeguard public education funds, and promote responsible financial behaviour at universities and colleges across the country. Thabiso Tema spoke to The spokesperson is the National Gambling board Acting CEO, Lungile Dukwana.

NSFAS and National Gambling Board Unite to Tackle Student Online Betting Crisis

Recent public debate following parliamentary discussions on the employment of foreign nationals at universities has sparked concern that South Africa may be favouring international academics over local talent. In a country grappling with persistently high unemployment, such perceptions can quickly become politically charged. However, available data and the existing legal framework suggest that the narrative of widespread displacement is not supported by evidence. Thabiso Tema spoke to Professor Thandi Lewin DDG for University Education.

Recent public debate following parliamentary discussions on the employment of foreign nationals at universities has sparked concern that South Africa may be favouring international academics over local talent. In a country grappling with persistently high unemployment, such perceptions can quickly become politically charged. However, available data and the existing legal framework suggest that the narrative of widespread displacement is not supported by evidence. Thabiso Tema spoke to Professor Thandi Lewin DDG for University Education.

STATE OF THE PROVINCE ADDRESS: Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi Reported on Province’s Progress and Challenges

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