The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng says it is demanding a speedy investigation into the alleged theft of R5.5 million from the Sedibeng Licensing Department, which implicates the son of Sedibeng Mayor, Councillor Lerato Maloka. The party says the theft occurred in December last year through fraudulent transactions on the eNatis system, using a cashier's user number and password. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to a Member of the Provincial Legislature and DA Emfuleni North Constituency Head, Kingsol Chabalala

The FW de Klerk Foundation's annual report card for 2024 has revealed a concerning deterioration in human rights in South Africa. The report assessed 27 rights enshrined in the Constitution's Bill of Rights, finding that 11 rights have worsened, 10 remain unchanged, and only 4 have improved. To elaborate further on the report Elvis Presslin spoke to FW de Klerk Foundation's Executive Director, Christo van der Rheede

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved Eskom's 12.74% tariff increase for direct customers and 11.32% for municipalities. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA's Head of Energy and Electricity, Nhlanhla Ngidi is warning that the tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity connections as struggling consumers seek illicit means to access power. Ngidi spoke to our Senior producer, Ronald Phiri

ActionSA has introduced the Cut Cabinet Perks Bill to curb government waste. The legislation aims to end the lavish lifestyles of cabinet members. The Bill comes as the Government of National Unity proposes a regressive VAT hike that would further burden ordinary South Africans. To discuss the details of this bill and its implications for the country, Elvis Presslin spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament

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 Al Jama-ah party has strongly condemned the expulsion of South Africa's Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, which coincidentally occurred on World Islamophobia Day. The party views this act as a disturbing reflection of the divisive actions of US president Donald Trump and his administration. To delve deeper into this issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to Ganief Hendricks, the Leader of Al Jama-ah

Save South Africa has strongly condemned the government's slow response to the escalating tensions with the US, which culminated in the expulsion of Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. The organization blames the government's failure to address the false issues raised by Afriforum and Solidarity, which they believe has contributed to the current diplomatic crisis. For more on the situation Elvis Presslin spoke to Tebogo Mashilompane, National Communications Director of Save South Africa

The Free State Department of Education is facing allegations of failing to pay medical aid contributions for its employees. The National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) is demanding urgent intervention from the Premier and National Treasury. The Organization has also threatened legal action if payments aren't made immediately. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Basil Manuel, Executive Director at NAPTOSA

A R50,000 reward is being offered for information on the disappearance of community radio journalist Aserie Sibusiso Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli. The National Press Club and the African Media and Communications Forum announced the reward during a media briefing in Tshwane at the weekend. The pair were last seen in separate locations; Mdhluli in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, and Ndlovu leaving his workplace in Mamelodi. For more insight, Elvis Presslin spoke to Antoinette Slabbert, Acting Chairperson of the National Press Club

Deadly floods have ravaged KwaZulu-Natal, prompting the province's declaration as a disaster zone. The devastating floods have claimed 24 lives since January, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. To shed more light on the situation, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, spoke to Elvis Presslin to discuss the government's response and relief efforts