The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) and its members at the Tshwane Affected Operations Investments (TAOI) are marching to the City of Tshwane mayor's office to demand action on unpaid retrenchment packages for 261 former workers of Tshwane Affected Operations Investments—a bus operator linked to Areyeng. Numsa says despite promises to pay severance and absorb affected workers, the City of Tshwane has failed to deliver, leaving workers frustrated and struggling to survive. We're joined now by NUMSA spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola.

The South African Municipal Workers' Union (SAMWU) in Ekurhuleni is outraged over the City's decision to slash overtime and acting allowances by 50%, while introducing contracted services. The union believes this move is a thinly veiled attempt to benefit politically connected individuals, rather than improving service delivery, especially with local elections on the horizon. Elvis Presslin spoke to SAMWU Ekurhuleni Regional Chairperson, Chris Mavunda...

The Southern African Faith Communities' Environment Institute (SAFCEI) is challenging the granting of a 20-year licence for Unit 1 of the Koeberg nuclear power station in the Western Cape. The organization made a formal legal appeal to the Minister of the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. At the heart of SAFCEI's concerns is the assertion that vital safety repairs were not completed before the licence was granted, posing unnecessary risks to the people of Cape Town. To elaborate further on their legal challenge, SAFCEI's Executive Director, Francesca de Gasparis spoke to Elvis Presslin

The Justice Minister's decision to postpone the publication of the National Register of Sex Offenders has sparked criticism, with BOSA labeling it a "PR stunt." The delay, attributed to concerns over compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), has raised questions about the government's commitment to transparency and lack of preparedness on the legalities around the register. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to BOSA Deputy Leader and member of Parliament, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster

Tensions are running high in Ngaka Modiri Molema, Lehurutshe, Welbedacht, and surrounding areas in Zeerust, North West, as residents take to the streets to demand the restoration of their water supply. The protests, which blocked the N4 highway linking South Africa and Botswana, are set to continue until the Premier personally addresses their grievances. Residents are frustrated with what they see as empty promises from previous premiers and are demanding urgent action. Elvis Presslin spoke to Executive Mayor of Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality, Khumalo Molefe, to discuss the situation

MK Party member Bonginkosi Khanyile has been arrested for failing to appear in court. Khanyile is set to face trial for his alleged role in instigating the July 2021 unrest. In a separate development, MK Party Secretary-General Floyd Shivambu is facing criticism from within the party. Disgruntled members accuse Shivambu of dismantling the party from within. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Thapelo Maisha, a former MK Youth League Deputy President in Limpopo 

A 12-member committee will investigate the Ingonyama Trust board's financial management, following a meeting between Land Reform Minister Mzwanele Nyhontsho and AmaZulu King Misuzulu Zwelithini. This development comes on the heels of the king's decision to suspend six members of the board, accusing them of undermining his authority. The minister, however, countered that the king doesn't have the power to suspend board members, sparking a heated debate. The committee is expected to probe the governance challenges facing the Ingonyama Trust board. For more Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Zweli Mkhize, Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

The Pienaar community in Mpumalanga has been plagued by a crippling lack of social services, including vital support such as social grants, counselling, and pauper burials. The crisis began several months ago when the Department of Social Development's (DSD) offices were abruptly closed. The community and the department are now embroiled in a bitter dispute, with each side trading accusations. The community alleges that the department flouted hiring guidelines, appointing friends and associates to key management positions, while the department claims the community locked its gates without justification. To shed more light on this contentious issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to Pienaar Community Spokesperson, Sthembiso Sithole

Disgruntled Tshwane Metro Police officers are set to stage a picket today at the department's headquarters. Their protest centers around allegations of unfair labour practices linked to the selection process for recently advertised Warrant Officer posts. The department is facing a storm of allegations, with nearly 500 black metro police officers claiming they were sidelined in favour of their white and coloured colleagues. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Tshwane Metro Police spokesperson, Isaac Mahamba

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is set to stage a picket today outside the North Gauteng High Court, in support for the Department of Health in the ongoing legal battle over the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act. This court case, initiated by the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) and the South African Private Practitioners' Forum (SAPPF), seeks to overturn President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to sign the NHI into law, citing concerns over its constitutionality. To delve deeper into this contentious issue Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU spokesperson, Zanele Sabela