The coalition government of KwaZulu-Natal, often referred to as the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU), is currently stable, according to the leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) in the province. This statement was made during a press conference held in Durban on Monday. Bongi Gwala engaged with Bheki Mtolo, KZN provincial secretary and Prof. Musa Xulu, political heritage analyst.

The coalition government of KwaZulu-Natal, often referred to as the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU), is currently stable, according to the leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) in the province. This statement was made during a press conference held in Durban on Monday. Bongi Gwala engaged with Bheki Mtolo, KZN provincial secretary and Prof. Musa Xulu, political heritage analyst.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

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KZN Government of Provincial Unity Going Through A Rough Patch 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed judges to the special tribunal, which has a statutory mandate to recover public funds siphoned from the fiscus through corruption, fraud and illicit money flows, following its effective collapse. The Special Tribunal is one of the most effective weapons in the government’s anti-corruption arsenal, and its collapse has been a major setback for the SIU, as it has been unable to take new matters to the Tribunal. Bongi Gwala spoke to Mbekezeli Benjamin, law researcher and advocacy officer from Judges Matter. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed judges to the special tribunal, which has a statutory mandate to recover public funds siphoned from the fiscus through corruption, fraud and illicit money flows, following its effective collapse. The Special Tribunal is one of the most effective weapons in the government’s anti-corruption arsenal, and its collapse has been a major setback for the SIU, as it has been unable to take new matters to the Tribunal. Bongi Gwala spoke to Mbekezeli Benjamin, law researcher and advocacy officer from Judges Matter.

New Judges Appointed for the Special Tribunal: A Step Towards Revival?

Nedlac and parliament are currently at odds over the new vaping and tobacco products bill that presents ‘strict’ laws. In a meeting last week, concerns were raised from business and labour extent to which the health department engaged with the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) on the Bill before submitting it to parliament. Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Health has resolved to proceed with processing the widely-debated Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill. Bongi Gwala was in conversation with Zanele Mthembu, campaign lead tobacco-free kids country for South Africa and convenor of protect our next.

Nedlac and parliament are currently at odds over the new vaping and tobacco products bill that presents ‘strict’ laws. In a meeting last week, concerns were raised from business and labour extent to which the health department engaged with the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) on the Bill before submitting it to parliament. Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Health has resolved to proceed with processing the widely-debated Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill. Bongi Gwala was in conversation with Zanele Mthembu, campaign lead tobacco-free kids country for South Africa and convenor of protect our next.

Widely Debated Tobacco Products and Electronics Delivery Systems Control Bill to Be Passed

As inflation and living costs continue to escalate, young South Africans are actively exploring innovative avenues to achieve financial independence while managing their existing financial responsibilities. One increasingly appealing option is teaching online, which allows individuals to share their knowledge and skills in various subjects, from English and mathematics to science and technology. Bongi Gwala spoke to Mudiwa Gavaza, tech expert. 

As inflation and living costs continue to escalate, young South Africans are actively exploring innovative avenues to achieve financial independence while managing their existing financial responsibilities. One increasingly appealing option is teaching online, which allows individuals to share their knowledge and skills in various subjects, from English and mathematics to science and technology. Bongi Gwala spoke to Mudiwa Gavaza, tech expert.

KZN Government of Provincial Unity Going Through A Rough Patch

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