The MK Party has taken the ANC to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, SCOPA accusing the party of misusing public funds for a January 8th event in Bloemfontein. The event, branded as a heritage programme, reportedly featured ANC regalia and messaging with state-funded transport and logistics across 51 wards. The party claims this is a violation of constitutional principles and has called for an urgent investigation. Elvis Presslin spoke to MK Party MP and SCOPA Member, Kwenza Madlala

The MK Party has taken the ANC to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, SCOPA accusing the party of misusing public funds for a January 8th event in Bloemfontein. The event, branded as a heritage programme, reportedly featured ANC regalia and messaging with state-funded transport and logistics across 51 wards. The party claims this is a violation of constitutional principles and has called for an urgent investigation. Elvis Presslin spoke to MK Party MP and SCOPA Member, Kwenza Madlala

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MK Party Takes ANC to SCOPA Over Alleged Misuse of Public Funds

Frustrated residents of the Seporong Informal Settlement in Randfontein say they are living in fear, claiming they are being terrorised by illegal miners. They allege that police are giving them the runaround despite reports being made. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to  Rand West City Local Municipality's Executive Mayor, William Matsheke 

Frustrated residents of the Seporong Informal Settlement in Randfontein say they are living in fear, claiming they are being terrorised by illegal miners. They allege that police are giving them the runaround despite reports being made. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to &nbsp;Rand West City Local Municipality's Executive Mayor, William Matsheke&nbsp;

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CRL Rights Commission Chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva says complaints against Professor Musa Xulu surfaced at the end of October, with committee members accusing him of autocratic conduct and disruptive behaviour. She says she intervened, shut down a contentious WhatsApp group, and confronted Xulu directly. While he later reaffirmed support for self-regulation, concerns escalated over unauthorized draft documents using the CRL letterhead. Mkhwanazi-Xaluva says this caused public confusion, ultimately leading to Xulu's resignation as Section 22 chairperson. The CRL Rights Commission and the Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector were briefing the media in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Updating the public on the status and significant matters related to the Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee's work, as well as the programs undertaken by the Commission in discharging its mandate. The briefing also addressed several issues surrounding the resignation of Reverend Professor Musa Xulu, who has since stepped down as the chairperson of Section Committee 22, established to probe abuses within the Christian Sector at the CRL Rights Commission. 

CRL Rights Commission Chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva says complaints against Professor Musa Xulu surfaced at the end of October, with committee members accusing him of autocratic conduct and disruptive behaviour. She says she intervened, shut down a contentious WhatsApp group, and confronted Xulu directly. While he later reaffirmed support for self-regulation, concerns escalated over unauthorized draft documents using the CRL letterhead. Mkhwanazi-Xaluva says this caused public confusion, ultimately leading to Xulu's resignation as Section 22 chairperson. The CRL Rights Commission and the Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector were briefing the media in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Updating the public on the status and significant matters related to the Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee's work, as well as the programs undertaken by the Commission in discharging its mandate. The briefing also addressed several issues surrounding the resignation of Reverend Professor Musa Xulu, who has since stepped down as the chairperson of Section Committee 22, established to probe abuses within the Christian Sector at the CRL Rights Commission.&nbsp;

CRL Chair details Xulu's resignation amid complaints.

The ANC is taking its Back to School programme to KwaZulu-Natal this week, with NEC member Dr. Zweli Mkhize leading the charge. The two-day event kicks off today, with visits to four high schools and meetings with religious leaders and the South African Democratic Teachers Union. The initiative aims to address educational challenges and provide support to learners in the province. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC NEC member Dr. Zweli Mkhize to elaborate further on the programme's goals and expected outcomes

The ANC is taking its Back to School programme to KwaZulu-Natal this week, with NEC member Dr. Zweli Mkhize leading the charge. The two-day event kicks off today, with visits to four high schools and meetings with religious leaders and the South African Democratic Teachers Union. The initiative aims to address educational challenges and provide support to learners in the province. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC NEC member Dr. Zweli Mkhize to elaborate further on the programme's goals and expected outcomes

MK Party Takes ANC to SCOPA Over Alleged Misuse of Public Funds

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