A DA Councilor has raised concerns about the surge in illegal mining activities in Roodepoort, Gauteng. The councilor's warning comes as two or three miners are believed to be trapped inside a disused mine in the area since the weekend. DA Ward 70 Councilor in Johannesburg, Caleb Finn says the temporary suspension of rescue operations of the miners has sparked worries about the potential risks posed by illegal mining activities in the area

The Democratic Alliance, DA is challenging the contentious Expropriation Act in court. The party filed papers with the Western Cape High Court, in a bid to have the recently signed Act declared unconstitutional. The DA says it rejects what it calls "ANC attempts to smuggle in further powers of expropriation without compensation". For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister, Sihle Zikalala

The FW de Klerk Foundation has issued an urgent call to Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump to engage in constructive dialogue and negotiations to resolve the deteriorating relationship between South Africa and the US. The foundation warns that the current impasse poses a significant risk to South Africa's Government of National Unity and could have dire political and economic consequences for both countries and the world at large. To elaborate further Elvis Presslin spoke to the Foundation's Executive Officer, Christo van der Rheede

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the 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 South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) has expressed outrage over what it calls the latest imperialist and racist assault on South Africa's sovereignty by U.S. President, Donald Trump. SAFTU was reacting to an executive order in which Trump announced that his administration will halt financial aid to South Africa and allow for opportunities of settlement for white Afrikaners in the US. The move comes as Pretoria has received a number of accusations from high ranking members of the Trump Administration, condemning what the call South Africa's an anti-white agenda. SAFTU says the statements are a blatant misinformation about South Africa's land reform policies and its principled stance against the genocide in Palestine. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to SAFTU Spokesperson, Newton Masuku

Namibia is mourning the loss of its founding father and former President, Sam Nujoma. He passed away at the age of 95 at the weekend. Nujoma led Namibia's fight for independence from South Africa, achieving victory in 1990. He co-founded the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) in 1960, and became its first president. As the country reflects on his legacy, Elvis Presslin spoke to Namibian Political Analyst, Rui Tyitende, to share his insights on Nujoma's impact on Namibia's struggle for independence and his enduring influence on the country's politics

Former EFF spokesperson and Member of Parliament, Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has broken his silence, revealing the reasons behind his recent absence from the public eye. In an exclusive interview with SABC Political Editor Mzwandile Mbeje, Ndlozi cites disputes over his abrupt suspension from the party, which led to his failure to attend the EFF's 3rd National People's Assembly

KwaZulu-Natal's Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is facing a water supply crisis, affecting patient care and staff welfare. The provincial Department of Health says it has implemented contingency measures, including water tankers and bottled water, while working with eThekwini Municipality to resolve the issue. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mlungisi Ndlovu, Provincial Manager of the Public Servants Association in KwaZulu-Natal, on the crisis and the way forward

Diplomatic tensions are escalating between South Africa and the US after President Trump signed an executive order halting financial assistance to South Africa. The move is in response to concerns over the newly enacted Expropriation Bill, which allows the state to acquire property for public purposes. Trump's decision has sparked controversy, particularly his plan to resettle Afrikaners as refugees in the US, citing disputed claims of land seizures. However, AfriForum has rejected the refugee offer, committing to build a future in South Africa. Solidarity and AfriForum are now pushing for urgent discussions with Presidents Ramaphosa and Trump amid rising tensions. For more on this AfriForum CEO, Kallie Kriel spoke to Elvis Presslin

President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address has ignited a fierce debate, with African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) leader Kenneth Meshoe sharply criticizing the president's stance on corruption. Reverend Dr. Meshoe accused Ramaphosa of being a hypocrite, citing the Phala Phala farm scandal as evidence. For more insight into the ACDP's concerns, Elvis Presslin spoke to ACDP Deputy President, Wayne Thring