ActionSA President, Herman Mashaba has lambasted President Cyril Ramaphosa for relaxing visa requirements for Nigerian citizens. The decision by Ramaphosa has sparked widespread outrage and calls for his resignation on social media. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA President, Herman Mashaba

Most land claimants in South Africa prefer cash payouts over receiving land. The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development reports that, of the 79,696 claims lodged by 1998, only 11.8% opted for land, while 56,040 chose monetary compensation. Urbanization, lost agrarian skills, and the allure of middle-class lifestyles were cited as reasons for this trend. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Terrance Corrigan, Projects and Publications manager at the Institute for Race Relations

The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) is calling on the government to reopen thousands of abandoned and under-maintained mines to tackle the country's unemployment and poverty crisis. The call comes as rescue operations are underway to save illegal miners 'trapped' in abandoned mine shafts in Sabie, Mpumalanga, and Stilfontein, North West. GIWUSA President, Mametlwe Sebei, says the current situation is a direct result of widespread unemployment in mining areas, forcing people to choose between starvation and risking their lives in hazardous abandoned mines. Elvis Presslin spoke to Sebei

The Disabled People South Africa (DPSA) has expressed disappointment over the low representation of people with disabilities in the Limpopo Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure Department's latest recruitment drive. Out of 174 new recruits, only 3 are persons with disabilities, sparking concerns about the fairness and inclusivity of the hiring process. To discuss this issue Elvis Presslin spoke to Disabled People South Africa's National Chairperson, Patrick Mahlakoane

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

Pro-democracy activists from Eswatini are set to take to the streets of Pretoria today, calling for greater political freedom and reform in their homeland. The march, organized by several pro-democracy organizations, including Swazi Lives Matter, aims to bring attention to the ongoing struggle for democracy in Eswatini, which has been ruled by King Mswati III since 1986. To discuss the significance of this march and the current state of democracy in Eswatini, Elvis Presslin spoke to Qhawekazi Khumalo, Convener for Swazi Lives Matter

South Africa's education system has been dealt a devastating blow, with Grade 5 pupils ranking last out of 59 countries in mathematics and science, according to the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study. While there's a glimmer of hope, with Grade 9 students showing improvement in math scores, the overall picture remains concerning. To dissect these findings and explore possible solutions, Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Awelani Mudau, Professor of Science and Technology at the University of South Africa."

Pilots at South African Airways, SAA are threatening to down tools today, potentially grounding flights and disrupting travel plans for thousands of passengers. The strike, which could have far-reaching consequences for the already beleaguered airline, is over a dispute regarding wages and working conditions. Senior Producer Ronald Phiri spoke to Aviation Expert Guy Leitch about where the strike stems from and its potential impact on passengers

Former Eskom CEO Brian Molefe has sparked intense debate with his proposal to switch South Africa to a prepaid electricity system. The aim is to tackle Eskom's escalating debt, primarily caused by non-payment from municipalities and households. Molefe presented this suggestion during a recent Parliamentary session, advocating for a comprehensive prepaid system that includes municipalities. To delve deeper into this contentious issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to Nhlanhla Ngidi, Head of Electricity and Energy at the South African Local Government Association, Salga

National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola is set to lead a high-level delegation to Sabie and Stilfontein to oversee the ongoing Vala Umgodi operations. In Sabie, the situation remains dire, with three bodies retrieved and eight illegal miners rescued from a hole. Ongoing rescue operations were suspended due to safety concerns and will resume today. More than 100 illegal miners remain trapped underground. For the latest, Elvis Presslin spoke to Mpumalanga provincial Spokesperson Brigadier Donald Mdhluli