play_arrow

keyboard_arrow_right

Listeners:

Top listeners:

skip_previous skip_next
00:00 00:00
playlist_play chevron_left
volume_up
Go to album
  • play_arrow

    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

South Africa

1542 Results / Page 113 of 172

Background
insert_link

South Africa

African Transformation Movement Denounces Eskom’s Proposed Electricity Tariff Hike

The African Transformation Movement has issued a strong condemnation against Eskom's plan to raise electricity tariffs by an average of 15.9 percent annually over the next three years. The party asserts that this decision directly jeopardizes the economic stability and well-being of citizens. While acknowledging Eskom's need for financial sustainability, ATM's spokesperson, Zama Ntshona, argues that burdening already struggling households and businesses with this hike is unjustifiable. Ntshona vehemently opposes […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 14

insert_link

South Africa

DA Demands Accountability Over Cancelled South African Airways Deal

South Africa's Democratic Alliance is demanding accountability from the government, including Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan, regarding the South African Airways- Takatso Consortium deal. The minister announced yesterday that the sale of a 51% stake in SAA to Takatso has been terminated, citing obstacles such as the necessity to revalue the airline's assets. Mimmy Gondwe of the DA stated that they believe the government neglected due diligence before initiating […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 15

insert_link

South Africa

SA’s Defend Our Democracy Calls for Responsible Engagement in Electoral Process

SA's Defend Our Democracy, a civil society group, has urged political parties to refrain from undermining the integrity of the electoral processes and the Independent Electoral Commission. The group, launching its election watch campaign, has expressed concern over certain political parties, notably the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, for making alarming statements, issuing threats, and discrediting the IEC's credibility. Andries Sibanyoni, representing the group, has called on parties to engage in […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 10

insert_link

South Africa

National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa Prepares for National Strike Amidst Disputes in Bus Passenger Sector

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has accused employers in the bus passenger sector of instigating a potential national strike by insisting that workers absorb contract penalties and establishing a two-tier labor market. Following unsuccessful negotiations and a minimal wage increase offer, the union has rejected these demands and is gearing up for industrial action. Numsa is advocating for adjustments to allowances, medical insurance, and working hours, alleging […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 7

insert_link

South Africa

City of Tshwane’s Audit Outcome Reflects Governance Progress

The audit outcome of the City of Tshwane has demonstrated notable improvement, transitioning from an adverse result in 2022 to a qualified outcome in 2023. This shift signifies advancements in governance within the municipality. Mayor Cilliers Brink has acknowledged the significant strides made, crediting the improvement to heightened oversight and the dedicated efforts of Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi. Brink has expressed the municipality's commitment to achieving an unqualified audit […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 48

insert_link

South Africa

City of Cape Town Takes Legal Action Against Extortionists Delaying MyCiTi Bus Service Expansion

The City of Cape Town has revealed that internal procedures are in progress to file an interdict application against extortionists responsible for obstructing the construction of the MyCiTi bus service in Mitchells Plain. This 340-million-rand initiative is a crucial component of the broader rollout of the MyCiTi service to Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Claremont, and Wynberg. Rob Quintas, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, has indicated that the interdict is anticipated […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 27

insert_link

South Africa

Three Coptic Orthodox monks killed in S.African church

    South African police were on Wednesday investigating the murder of three monks of Egypt's Coptic Orthodox faith. The motive for the fatal stabbings remains unclear. The monks at a church in Cullinan, some 50 kilometres (30 miles) northeast of Pretoria, were murdered on Tuesday, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. "Three victims were found with stab wounds while the fourth victim that survived alleged that he was […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 14

insert_link

South Africa

SA Parliamentary Committee Commends Electoral Commission’s Swift Response to Candidate Lists Leak

The portfolio committee on Home Affairs in South Africa's Parliament has expressed satisfaction with the Independent Electoral Commission's prompt action in investigating the leakage of candidate lists. Following a preliminary inquiry into the unauthorized distribution of ANC and uMkhonto weSizwe Party national and provincial election candidate lists, an IEC employee has been terminated. Committee chairperson Mosa Chabane emphasized the significance of safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process at all […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 20

insert_link

South Africa

South Africa’s DA Rejects Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, Alleges Favoritism Towards ANC

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has voiced its rejection of the passing of the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill, labeling it as a maneuver aimed at channeling additional public and donor funds to the ANC. Adrian Roos, representing the DA, asserts that the amendments are unrelated to the inclusion of independent candidates, raising concerns over perceived favoritism towards the ANC.  

todayMarch 13, 2024 8

0%