Eastern Cape Youth Council Celebrates Victory Following Officials’ Meeting
The South African Youth Council in the Eastern Cape is celebrating a small victory after meeting with government officials. Over 2000 young people were struggling to get stipends for an internship programme but the council's efforts have led to some progress. The programme, funded by the Office of the Premier had been plagued by payment delays from the start. Elvis Presslin spoke to Provincial Spokesperson of the South African Youth Council, Madasa Sikhonza
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DA Demands Accountability Over Tembisa Hospital Scandal
The Democratic Alliance, DA will today picket outside Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's office to demand accountability for the Tembisa Hospital scandal. The party wants criminal charges laid against those implicated and seized assets sold to reimburse the hospital. Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Gauteng Shadow Health MEC, Dr. Jack Bloom
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National Housing Finance Corporation CEO Placed on Precautionary Suspension
The National Housing Finance Corporation has placed its Chief Executive Officer, Azola Mayekiso on precautionary suspension with immediate effect. The decision follows serious allegations of corruption against the CEO and parallel probes by public watchdogs. Elvis Presslin spoke to Satish Roopa, Chair of Human Capital Committee at the National Housing Finance Corporation
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ANC Welcomes Malusi Gigaba’s Decision to Step Aside
ANC MP Malusi Gigaba has stepped down from his official duties after being charged with corruption related to a multi-billion-rand Transnet tender. The ANC has welcomed the move, citing the party's "step aside" rule. The party states the move shows discipline, maturity and revolutionary consciousness. This week Gigaba appeared in court alongside four co-accused. The ANC has stressed that stepping aside doesn't imply guilt. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANCYL National Spokesperson, Zama Khanyase and Political Analyst, Dr. Levy Ndou....
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COSAS Steps Up Support for Matrics Amid Exam Stress
The Congress of South African Students, COSAS in Gauteng has rolled out support programmes for matric pupils currently writing their final exams. The student led organisation is offering guidance to Grade 12 learners on managing exam pressure and stress as learners under pressure often battle anxiety and sleeplessness. Elvis Presslin spoke to Koketso Maphosa, COSAS Gauteng Acting Provincial Secretary