The Inkatha Freedom Party, IFP, will today be protesting against the possible liquidation of Ithala bank in KZN. The IFP has joined other political parties in condemning the Prudential Authority's plan to liquidate the bank, citing its crucial role as the backbone of the black economy. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to IFP National spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa

ActionSA has strongly condemned the recent criticism of SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, labeling it a "parochial political attack". This criticism comes after Commissioner Kieswetter expressed opposition to tax hikes and advocated for proper resourcing of SARS. Elvis Presslin spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament and Member of the Standing Committee on Finance, to discuss the implications of this incident

The Democratic Alliance is calling for the immediate suspension of Armed Forces Day and Air Force Day celebrations, citing excessive and unnecessary expenditure on these events. As South Africa observes Armed Forces Day today, the DA's call to action raises questions about the balance between honouring the nation's military personnel and fiscal responsibility. Elvis Presslin spoke to Chris Hattingh MP, DA Spokesperson on Defence & Military Veterans, to discuss this contentious issue

Severe flooding has brought devastation to parts of KwaZulu-Natal, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives. As emergency responders scramble to reach affected areas, questions are being raised about the province's readiness to respond to disasters and its ability to mitigate the impact of such events. To provide insight into the situation, Elvis Presslin spoke to KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Spokesperson, Senzelwe Mzila

Six suspects have been killed in a shootout with police in Gcuwa, Eastern Cape with unconfirmed reports suggesting that notorious alleged extortionist kingpin, Yanga "Bara" Nyalara, is among the fatalities. Nyalara, who was acquitted of 18 counts of murder last July after spending over two years in jail, had a reputation for instilling fear in Khayelitsha. To provide more insight into this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke to Eastern Cape Police Spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero is set to address the city's water supply challenges in a press briefing today, amid allegations that two ANC mayoral committee members are colluding with a Rand Water official to undermine his leadership. The accusations suggest that the ongoing water shortages may be a calculated move to destabilize Morero's administration, rather than a result of infrastructure failures. To shed more light on this developing story, Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC Johannesburg spokesperson, Masilo Serekele

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

The Public Servants Association (PSA) has raised alarm over a potentially catastrophic security crisis unfolding at Durban Westville Correctional Facility in KwaZulu-Natal. The association says a breakdown in food services has pushed the prison to the edge of chaos. Faulty steam systems, broken kitchen equipment, and erratic food supplies have left inmates hungry and officers at risk. The PSA warns this isn't just a food shortage it's a full-scale security emergency. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Mlungisi Ndlovu provincial manager of PSA in KZN

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) will stage a picket tomorrow at the Industrial Development Corporation's offices in Sandton, Johannesburg, in protest against looming retrenchments at ArcelorMittal South Africa. This follows the announcement by the company to shutdown its steel-making operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging which will result in 3,500 direct and indirect job losses. To discuss NUMSA's demands, Elvis Presslin spoke to the Union's National Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola

Political parties have expressed mixed reactions to the postponement of the Budget speech to March 12. The EFF and other opposition parties have criticized the delay, viewing it as a sign of government instability. In contrast, the Patriotic Alliance and the DA have welcomed the postponement, praising Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana for prioritizing the people's interests and preventing a harmful 2% VAT increase. To dissect the unfolding drama, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political analyst, Nkosikhulule Nyembezi