The Human Settlements minister, Thembi Simelane, says several system failures led to the collapsed building in George in May last year. The collapse, that took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries. Briefing Parliament's Human Settlements committee on the report that followed an investigation, Simelane says an almost 300 page report details several lapses in the construction process...

The Human Settlements minister, Thembi Simelane, says several system failures led to the collapsed building in George in May last year. The collapse, that took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries. Briefing Parliament's Human Settlements committee on the report that followed an investigation, Simelane says an almost 300 page report details several lapses in the construction process...

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Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, says the report on George Building suggests the material used wasn’t the issue. Instead, it’s the processes, the systems, and the structural design that likely caused the collapse.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a new budget date. The revised budget will be tabled on the 21st May 2025. This follows a court challenge that the Democratic Alliance and Economic Freed Fighters had brought in the country's High Court in the Western Cape Province, in opposition of his proposed hike in the country's Value Added Tax. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to economics and political commentator, Khaya Sithole

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a new budget date. The revised budget will be tabled on the 21st May 2025. This follows a court challenge that the Democratic Alliance and Economic Freed Fighters had brought in the country's High Court in the Western Cape Province, in opposition of his proposed hike in the country's Value Added Tax. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to economics and political commentator, Khaya Sithole

“For a very long time, it was an ANC budget, it was an ANC Parliament, so no one really paid attention to what the granular steps needed to be. Even if opposition parties raised particular objections, all the committees would simply take an ANC vote, which became a National Assembly vote”- Economist, Khaya Sithole on VAT reversal 

it's a a 6-point match for Sekhukhune as Stellies play their game in hand and could move up to third with a win. Stellenbosch coach, Steve Barker was asked how his side are able to maintain their high performance. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon Gericke 

it's a a 6-point match for Sekhukhune as Stellies play their game in hand and could move up to third with a win. Stellenbosch coach, Steve Barker was asked how his side are able to maintain their high performance. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon Gericke&nbsp;

 6-point match for Sekhukhune as Stellies play their game in hand, could move up to third with a win

The Democratic Alliance is taking legal action against Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth over controversial new employment equity targets. Gazetted in April, these regulations set racial and gender quotas for large businesses across 18 sectors. The DA says  the rules are unconstitutional, accusing the government of state overreach and forced racial hiring. While the department defends them as necessary for transformation, the opposition warns they threaten jobs, equality, and economic growth. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Michael Bagraim DA Spokesperson on Employment & Labour

The Democratic Alliance is taking legal action against Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth over controversial new employment equity targets. Gazetted in April, these regulations set racial and gender quotas for large businesses across 18 sectors. The DA says &nbsp;the rules are unconstitutional, accusing the government of state overreach and forced racial hiring. While the department defends them as necessary for transformation, the opposition warns they threaten jobs, equality, and economic growth. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Michael Bagraim DA Spokesperson on Employment &amp; Labour

Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, says the report on George Building suggests the material used wasn’t the issue. Instead, it’s the processes, the systems, and the structural design that likely caused the collapse.

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