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A focus on the flow of patients, where they're being treated, the major injuries, and the burden the crash has placed on the system. Three political parties will take the IEC to the Constitutional Court. The trial of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s Blue Light brigade is underway. The court had very stringent restrictions for the media, but those were relaxed a bit. Build One South Africa announce “plans to build a world-class government and a capable state free from corruption”. Various organisations pleaded with the City of Joburg to reopen the Johannesburg City Library, which has been closed since the Covid peri

A focus on the flow of patients, where they're being treated, the major injuries, and the burden the crash has placed on the system. Three political parties will take the IEC to the Constitutional Court. The trial of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s Blue Light brigade is underway. The court had very stringent restrictions for the media, but those were relaxed a bit. Build One South Africa announce “plans to build a world-class government and a capable state free from corruption”. Various organisations pleaded with the City of Joburg to reopen the Johannesburg City Library, which has been closed since the Covid peri

The rescue mission in George continues

Former Gauteng Premier Tokyo Sexwale has joined the ANC campaign machine in Gauteng. The Caiphus Nyoka murder case resumes. Criminal attorney William Booth is set to testify against alleged underworld gang boss Nafiz Modack in the Western Cape High Court. Mineral resources and energy portfolio committee reaction to Shell's plans to exit South Africa. Chat with Chairperson Zet Luzipho about the implications of such a move on the SA economy and the sector.The late legendary boxer Dingaan ‘The Rose of Soweto’ Thobela's memorial service will be held In Parktown this morning.

Former Gauteng Premier Tokyo Sexwale has joined the ANC campaign machine in Gauteng. The Caiphus Nyoka murder case resumes. Criminal attorney William Booth is set to testify against alleged underworld gang boss Nafiz Modack in the Western Cape High Court. Mineral resources and energy portfolio committee reaction to Shell's plans to exit South Africa. Chat with Chairperson Zet Luzipho about the implications of such a move on the SA economy and the sector.The late legendary boxer Dingaan ‘The Rose of Soweto’ Thobela's memorial service will be held In Parktown this morning.

The latest update on the George building collapse: many are still trapped in the rubble.

EWN receives an update on the latest developments around Bree Street since the City announced it would begin repairs at the explosion site. City of Johannesburg Found Liable for Usindiso Building Fire Tragedy. AUDIO: MINISTRY OF POLICE TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK ON OPERATION SHANELA SUCCESSES ACHIEVED IN THE PAST YEAR. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says they are strengthening efforts to minimise drug trafficking into South Africa. The eight police officers who are part of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's VIP Protection Services Unit that were caught on video punching and kicking people on the N1 highway in June Last year are expected back in the Randburg Magistrate's Court. The Modack trial continues: Lawyer William Booth to testify about the attempt to have him killed. AUDIO: Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will provide an update on implementing the Energy Action Plan. Did the DA go too far with its advert? SPORTS WRAP.

EWN receives an update on the latest developments around Bree Street since the City announced it would begin repairs at the explosion site. City of Johannesburg Found Liable for Usindiso Building Fire Tragedy. AUDIO: MINISTRY OF POLICE TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK ON OPERATION SHANELA SUCCESSES ACHIEVED IN THE PAST YEAR. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says they are strengthening efforts to minimise drug trafficking into South Africa. The eight police officers who are part of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's VIP Protection Services Unit that were caught on video punching and kicking people on the N1 highway in June Last year are expected back in the Randburg Magistrate's Court. The Modack trial continues: Lawyer William Booth to testify about the attempt to have him killed. AUDIO: Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will provide an update on implementing the Energy Action Plan. Did the DA go too far with its advert? SPORTS WRAP.

Johannesburg Underground Fire Update: Clearing the rubble in the tunnels where the fire destroyed City Power's electricity infrastructure will continue this morning.

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