The National Assembly will today consider the Appropriation Bill, a key part of the national budget that allocates funds to government departments and public entities. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC Chief Whip in Parliament, Mdumiseni Ntuli

The South African Council of Churches, alongside other church leaders, is hosting a two-day National Anti-Corruption Conference starting today. The event unites church leaders nationwide to address the moral and spiritual crisis of corruption. The conference will conclude with the adoption of a Covenant Against Corruption, reflecting the Church's collective stance.  Elvis Presslin spoke to Reverend Mzwandile Molo, General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches, for more details

The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association is call for Joburg Transport MMC Kenny Kunene's resignation. This follows his presence at a police raid at a suspect's home in the DJ Sumbody murder case. Kunene claims he was there to accompany a journalist. Elvis Presslin spoke to African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association (AUBBTA) Chairperson, Phumudzo Mukhwathi 

A 40-year-old man arrested in connection with the murder of Ekurhuleni auditor Mpho Mafole will appear in Kempton Park Magistrates' Court today. Mafole was shot earlier this month while heading home from work. He had been investigating a two-billion-rand shortfall in the metro's electricity accounts. Police are still searching for a second suspect, Hlanganani Agripper Mncwango. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to the South African Municipal Workers' Union, SAMWU Ekurhuleni Regional Chairperson, Chris Mavunda

The Defender of Democracy has criticized the ANC's stance on Jacob Zuma saying the party is "tasting its own medicine". The organization notes that the ANC previously defended Zuma, but now labels him a sellout. Zuma recently visited Morocco, expressing support for the Kingdom's claim to Western Sahara, a territory disputed with the Algeria-backed Polisario front. Spokesperson Dennis Bloem of Activists and Citizens Forum spoke to Elvis Presslin

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 Department of Water and Sanitation has reassured South Africans that antiretroviral drug traces found in drinking water pose no health risk. This follows a study by North West University and the Water Research Commission, which detected ARV residues on wastewater plants some above recommended safety levels. The ministry maintains the amounts are extremely minimal, measured in nanograms, and cannot transmit HIV or affect the safety and quality of drinking water. Deputy minister of Water and Saniation, Sello Seitlholo spoke to Elvis Presslin

The Democratic Alliance has welcomed the dismissal of Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane. The DA says Nkabane's removal is a step toward greater accountability after she was accused of misleading Parliament about a non-existent selection panel for the controversial SETA board appointments. Buti Manamela, previously the Deputy Minister, has been appointed as the new Minister, with Dr. Nomusa Dube-Ncube named as his deputy. DA spokesperson Karabo Khakhau says the ANC still has a long way to go in addressing corruption and Elvis Presslin spoke to Michael le Cordeur, Emeritus Professor and Researcher in the Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University

A devastating report on the collapse of the 75 Victoria Street building in George, Western Cape has revealed systemic failures in the construction industry. The Council for the Built Environment's findings point to neglected safety standards and cost-cutting measures as key factors in the tragedy, which claimed the lives of 75 workers. The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) has expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with the victims' families, calling the disaster a preventable loss driven by prioritizing profits over human life. Elvis Presslin spoke to GIWUSA President, Mametlwe Sebei

The National E-hailing Federation of South Africa has voiced strong support for app-based transport workers striking across Gauteng. The federation says the recent protests by E-hailing drivers reflect deep frustration over exploitation and unfair policies by multinational ride-hailing companies. Disgruntled drivers are demanding fair pay, better health and safety measures, compensation for injuries or deaths and an end to unfair deactivations without due process. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mr. Uhuru Nekhuwani, President of the National E-hailing Federation of South Africa National