The City of Tshwane has recently approved special leave for employees undergoing Ukuthwasa, a deeply sacred and spiritual initiation into traditional African healing practices. To shed light on this significant decision, Elvis Presslin spoke to the MMC for Corporate and Shared Services at the City of Tshwane, Kholofelo Morodi

Prominent Advocate Dali Mpofu is set to face a disciplinary hearing end of April following the Legal Practice Council's decision to bring seven charges against him. Among the allegations, Mpofu is accused of tarnishing the reputation of the legal profession. To explore whether these charges are a just assessment of Mpofu's conduct or part of a wider trend of scrutiny facing Black lawyers in South Africa, Elvis Presslin spoke to Nkosana Mvundlela, President of the Black Lawyers Association

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has welcomed the Constitutional Court's decision that now permits municipal workers to hold public office. This ruling comes after the South African Municipal Workers' Union (SAMWU) contested provisions in the Municipal Systems Act that previously prohibited municipal employees from taking up such positions. To discuss this development in greater detail, Elvis Presslin spoke to Matthew Parks, COSATU's Parliamentary Coordinator

Today marks 32 years since the assassination of revered former General Secretary of the South African Communist Party (SACP), Chris Hani. Hani, an anti-Apartheid activist was brutally gunned down on the 10th of April in 1993. A commemorative event is set to take place in Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape in Hani's honour. Amidst the reflections, the Hani family and the SACP continue to demand an inquest to uncover the complete truth surrounding his murder. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mhlekwa Nxumalo, National Organiser of the SACP

President Trump has announced a 90-day suspension of tariffs on all countries except China, while simultaneously increasing the tariff rate on Chinese goods to 125%. Following this period, the tariff rate is set to decrease to a uniform 10% for all nations except China, which will remain subject to the elevated levy. The White House states that this decision comes as dozens of countries have expressed willingness to enter into trade negotiations. To discuss this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Independent Analyst, Khaya Sithole 

The Western Cape High Court has ruled in favour of 53 independent schools against the City of Cape Town in a significant judgment involving unpaid municipal rates. The schools, all non-profit institutions, challenged the City's decision to backdate and demand rates retrospectively, despite their long-standing status as public benefit organizations. To discuss this further Elvis Presslin spoke to Chairperson of the National Alliance of Independent School Associations, Mandla Mthembu

Former police commissioner Riah Phiyega has sparked fresh debate over the role of smartphones in South African schools, urging leaders to take a bold stand on the issue. In a recent City Press article, Phiyega warns that the growing dependence on smartphones in classrooms may be harming learners' focus, discipline, and emotional wellbeing. Her remarks come as countries around the world begin to restrict mobile phone use in schools, prompting urgent questions about whether South Africa should follow their lead. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to former Police Commissioner and the CEO of the Safer South Africa Foundation, Riah Phiyega

The Democratic Alliance, DA says it is willing to discuss power-sharing with the ANC. DA National Spokesperson, Karabo Khakhau spoke to Elvis Presslin

ActionSA has declared it will not entertain the idea of joining the Government of National Unity (GNU) unless the proposed VAT hike is reversed. The party's leadership made the announcement yesterday - this as the impasse around the national budget continues. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont

Parliament's Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police Ian Cameron has strongly criticized proposed amendments to private security legislation, cautioning that they could severely undermine the industry and jeopardize community safety. Cameron warns that the changes threaten over 500,000 jobs and essential frontline safety tools, such as tasers. The draft firearm regulations, recently gazetted by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, have ignited widespread controversy. Critics argue that the new rules would effectively disarm security guards by prohibiting the use of tasers, rubber bullets, and firearms in public spaces. Ian Cameron spoke to Elvis Presslin