President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address ANC supporters at the Khayelitsha Stadium in Cape Town tomorrow, marking the party's 113th birthday and delivering the traditional "January 8th statement". This annual statement outlines the ANC's goals and vision for the year ahead. Meanwhile, the EFF has confirmed the resignation of Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi and Yazini Tetyana from Parliament and the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, respectively. To unpack these developments, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address ANC supporters at the Khayelitsha Stadium in Cape Town tomorrow, marking the party's 113th birthday and delivering the traditional "January 8th statement". This annual statement outlines the ANC's goals and vision for the year ahead. Meanwhile, the EFF has confirmed the resignation of Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi and Yazini Tetyana from Parliament and the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, respectively. To unpack these developments, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst, Dr. Ebrahim Harvey

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Political analysis on ANC 113th birthday & EFF resignations

In 2024, education expenses surged by 6.3% compared to the previous year, marking the sharpest increase since 2020, according to Statistics South Africa's March consumer inflation data. This rise outpaces the 5.7% hike recorded in 2023. High school fees saw the steepest climb at 7.3%, while primary schools and tertiary institutions raised their fees by 5.9%. Crèches also increased their fees by 6%. Meanwhile, university boarding costs soared even higher, with an 8.2% jump compared to 2023. Education fees are reviewed annually in March, making this data a critical indicator of rising education costs. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to John Manyike Group Head of Financial Education at Old Mutual

In 2024, education expenses surged by 6.3% compared to the previous year, marking the sharpest increase since 2020, according to Statistics South Africa's March consumer inflation data. This rise outpaces the 5.7% hike recorded in 2023. High school fees saw the steepest climb at 7.3%, while primary schools and tertiary institutions raised their fees by 5.9%. Cr&egrave;ches also increased their fees by 6%. Meanwhile, university boarding costs soared even higher, with an 8.2% jump compared to 2023. Education fees are reviewed annually in March, making this data a critical indicator of rising education costs. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to John Manyike Group Head of Financial Education at Old Mutual

Parents forced to tighten belts as high school fees soar by 7.3%, among other costs

The release of matric results can be a trigger for depression and anxiety in students, and in some cases may lead to suicidal thoughts. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has also  noticed an increase in matric learners seeking assistance, and urges students to reach out if they are feeling overwhelmed. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Dr Sanele Gamede, a Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg and founder of #MatricsUngazibulali, a program that advises matriculants who did not perform as well as they would like options of 2nd chances to eventually achieve their goals 

The release of matric results can be a trigger for depression and anxiety in students, and in some cases may lead to suicidal thoughts. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has also &nbsp;noticed an increase in matric learners seeking assistance, and urges students to reach out if they are feeling overwhelmed. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Dr Sanele Gamede, a Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg and founder of #MatricsUngazibulali, a program that advises matriculants who did not perform as well as they would like options of 2nd chances to eventually achieve their goals&nbsp;

Matriculants wait anxiously for release of 2024 matric results

The Limpopo Department of Health says two nurses have been raped while working the night shift at the Ga-Chuene clinic, outside Polokwane in Limpopo. Health spokesperson, Neil Shikwambana says a heavily armed man entered the clinic shortly after midnight. The suspect then allegedly overpowered security personnel and abducted two nurses. For more on this, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Pimani Baloyi

The Limpopo Department of Health says two nurses have been raped while working the night shift at the Ga-Chuene clinic, outside Polokwane in Limpopo. Health spokesperson, Neil Shikwambana says a heavily armed man entered the clinic shortly after midnight. The suspect then allegedly overpowered security personnel and abducted two nurses. For more on this, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Pimani Baloyi

Political analysis on ANC 113th birthday & EFF resignations

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