The Electoral Commission of South Africa is hosting a major conference in Cape Town today, to explore the possibility of introducing electronic voting in the country's elections. Over 200 delegates, including politicians and experts, are attending the three-day event. Elvis Presslin spoke to Terry Tselane, Executive Chairman of the Institute of Election Management Services in Africa and former vice chairperson of the Electoral Commission

The ANC in the Eastern Cape has strongly condemned the brutal killing of community activist Pamela Mabini. Mabini - a whistleblower in the Timothy Omotoso rape and trafficking case was gunned down outside her home in Gqeberha. For more Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC Eastern Cape Provincial Head of Communications, Gift Ngqondi

Renowned playwright Athol Fugard has left an indelible mark on South African theatre and beyond, with his passing at the age of 92. His works, such as "Master Harold and the Boys" and "The Road to Mecca", continue to resonate with audiences globally, offering powerful explorations of racial segregation, identity, and the human condition. To reflect on Athol Fugard's legacy and impact, Elvis Presslin spoke to Janice Honeyman, a distinguished theatre Director and Writer

A South African Medical Research Council study reveals that living near coal-fired power stations increases the risk of respiratory diseases and premature death by 6%. The research links toxic air pollution to spikes in illnesses and birth defects. Lead researcher Professor Caradee Wright spoke to Elvis Presslin to discuss the findings...

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) says the decision by the United States to halt aid funding to South Africa, is an opportunity for the country to strive for economic independence. This comes after President Donald Trump's administration paused US foreign development assistance for 90 days, affecting several African countries, including South Africa. Speaking during a parliamentary debate on US-SA relations, IFP MP Mkhuleko Hlengwa said that this aid halt should serve as a wake-up call for South Africa to re-evaluate its economic policies. Mr. Hlengwa spoke to Elvis Presslin to elaborate further on his sentiments

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his disappointment with the state of Gauteng and its municipalities, urging leaders to take immediate action to address the province's challenges ahead of the G20 Summit. Ramaphosa conveyed his concerns during a meeting with provincial leaders at the Johannesburg Council Chambers in Braamfontein, as part of his oversight visit to Gauteng. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng Provincial Government Spokesperson, Vuyo Mhaga

The US has withdrawn from the International Climate Finance Plan, effectively cutting off funding for Just Energy Transition Plans in South Africa, Indonesia, and Vietnam. This move has sparked concerns about the impact on global climate efforts and the future of these partnerships. To discuss the implications, Elvis Presslin spoke to Lisa Makaula, Advocacy Programme Head at Green Connection

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 Public Servants Association (PSA) has expressed concern over the potential loss of nearly 19,000 teaching posts in KwaZulu-Natal, stemming from severe budget cuts. The union strongly condemns this move, attributing it to reckless financial mismanagement that jeopardizes the province's education system and puts thousands of educators' livelihoods at risk. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mlungisi Ndlovu, Provincial Manager of the Public Servants Association in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is launching a parliamentary probe into the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) following a shocking rise in police misconduct. The IPID's 2023/2024 Annual Performance Report revealed over 5,000 cases of misconduct, including deaths in custody, torture, and assault. To discuss the probe, Elvis Presslin spoke to  Lisa Schickerling, MP and DA Deputy Spokesperson on Police...