The Gauteng MEC for Finance, Jacob Mamabolo, delivered the provincial budget for the current financial year. The ANC in Ekurhuleni will speak out following the chaos that happened in the council last week. They will also touch on the state of delivery service.  What I'm interested in is what they'll have to say about their coalition with the EFF. They've hinted that it is the end of the road for their pact with the red berets.Many Joburg residents are left without water as the Eikenhof substation undergoes repairs. Tshwane City leads one of the biggest disconnection drives in the City. Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) released the gross domestic product (GDP) results for the fourth quarter of 2023. Showmax is set to release their four-part investigation pn Facebook rapist, Thabo Bester. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Africans reacted in shock as EFF MP Naledi Chirwa wrote a public apology for missing parliament due to her sick baby.

NSFAS briefs the media on the state of affairs in the higher education sector, as some universities' registration period is officially closed. The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Prof Blade Nzimande, has met with the families of the two UJ students who were caught in the crossfire of a shooting incident in Braamfontein (Johannesburg) on 29 February 2024. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Education MEC Matome Chiloane met with secondary school principals and School Governing Bodies to outline provincial strategies to improve local National Senior Certificate learner performance for the Class of 2024. ANC NEC briefs media in Ekhuruleni, focusing on finalising lists for parliament and provincial legislatures, the integrity commission report, and what to do with those implicated in the state capture. The Senzo Meyiwa Trial Continues. The Peter Beale Murder Trial. SPORTS WRAP WITH MAWANDE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Officials plead with the public not to spread misinformation when it comes to the disappearance of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith.

#Unite Behind reacts to Dipou Peter's suspension. The ANC in Ekurhuleni met with council speaker Nthabiseng Tshivhenga to resolve the crisis in the metro. EFF responds to the violence that erupted at yesterday’s council meeting. The City of Joburg states it will comply with The Johannesburg high court judgement where 77 Samwu members were dismissed in 2022. Samwu reacts to COJ 130 Judgement. City Power cut the electricity connections of seven businesses that owe over R100 million in unpaid electricity bills in the Hursthill area. Sports Wrap. Spreading Good News with Brent Lindeque. 
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Presidency announces the suspension of Deputy Small Business Development Minister Dipuo Peters after a finding that she breached the ethics code in her former portfolio as Transport Minister.

The five suspects involved in the murder of AKA and Tibz appeared in Durban Magistrate's court. The bail application has been postponed to the 6th of March 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bheki Cele Interview

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, briefed the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 28th February 2024.  Former Bosasa Chief Operations Officer (COO) Angelo Agrizzi Agrizzi appears in Pretoria High Court.Western Cape Premier Alan Winde holds Digicon, focusing on the latest quarterly crime statistics & importance of partnerships in addressing crime. Netball South Africa announces Jenny van Dyk as the Protea's coach. Busi Mavuso welcomes the announcement of Michelle Phillips' appointment as Transnet CEO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The five suspects involved in the murder of AKA and Tibz appeared in Durban Magistrate's court. The bail application has been postponed to the 6th of March 2024.

A report released by Statistics South Africa shows that rape cases for children increased by 6,3 percentage points between 2015/16 and 2019/20, whilst sexual assault cases for children increased by 1,4 percentage points. The search for little Joshlin Smith continues. Tensions rose in the area yesterday after the search by the search party was called off. The Marshalltown fire Inquiry continues. City officials continue giving testimonies. SARS demands that Sasfin pay R4.9 billion regarding dodgy clients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 7th suspect involved in the murder of AKA and Tebello has been arrested and will appear in court tomorrow.

The ConCourt has dismissed a challenge to the Electoral Amendment Act brought by BOSA, Rivonia Circle.The IEC introduces principles and guidelines for using digital and social media in African elections. Sixteen (16) African Electoral Management Bodies (EMB) hosting elections this year will attend the launch and socialisation of the principles and guidelines for using digital and social media in African elections.The Department of Water and Sanitation calls on public members to send their written submissions and to make their voices heard on the amended National Water Act (NWA) and Water Services Act (WSA) by the 1st of March 2024.President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in terms of Section 174(3) of the Constitution, embarked on a process of consultation with the leaders of political parties represented in Parliament and the Judicial Service Commission to convey his nomination of Judge Mandisa Muriel Lindelwa Maya as Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Justice and Correctional Services hosts a conference on implementing the Integrated Criminal Justice System programme.

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The Midday Report 26 February 2024

The African National Congress (ANC) is preparing for its manifesto launch in KwaZulu-Natal. Analysis of the 1300-page cadre deployment documents handed to the DA by the ANC. The Electoral Commission of South Africa has warned unregistered members of the public who are eligible to vote that they have until this evening. The Joburg Zoo celebrates its 120th anniversary this March. Sport Wrap with Tholakele. Spreading Good News with Brent Lindeque!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anoj Singh's bail amendment application has been denied.

Gauteng acting provincial commissioner Major General Tommy Mthombeni and senior management of SAPS are leading crime stamping OPERATION SHANELA in Sandton. The operation also aims to assist the local police stations in reducing crime. The African National Congress (ANC) briefed the media regarding the state of readiness for their manifesto at the Mayihlome Rally. Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe and retired Gauteng High Court judge Nkola Motata have become the first judges to be impeached in South Africa since the dawn of democracy. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers the keynote address at the Budget breakfast hosted by Rand Merchant Bank. The biggest surprise of the 2024/25 budget is the absence of any support for Transnet, which has hobbled the economy, with some analysts projecting that it has cost SA as much as 5% in lost GDP growth. In response to Minister Enoch Godongwana's budget speech on 21 February 2024, SECTION27 states that South Africa will spend R800 less per learner. The correct amount is R320 per learner. The Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, the Western Cape MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety, Mr R Allen and the Provincial Commissioner of the Western Cape, Lt Gen (Adv) TE Patekile, will outline the 2023/02024 3rd quarter crime statistics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evictions by the City of Cape Town Law enforcement are underway at the Green Point Tennis Court. This is after the Metro obtained an eviction order from the Western Cape High Court last week to remove people occupying its public public spaces.

The DA's Challenge to ANC's Cadre Deployment Policy Thwarted: Gauteng High Court Dismisses Bid. 
 
The alleged illegal miners accused of robbing motorists on the M1 have not been arrested.
 
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will host a handing over ceremony for the mortal remains of Captain Simon Mkhulu Bobe and Lance Corporal Irven Thabang Semono, who died after a mortar bomb landed in the RSA base in Sake, DRC, on February 14 2024. 
 
Analyst outlines what we can expect from today's Budget Speech.
 
Ahead of the Budget Speech, IEJ states that the government still needs to mobilise the maximum available resources.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trial Postponed for Facebook Rapist Thabo Bester and Co-Accused in Mangaung Correctional Centre Escape Case   The Western Cape High Court has denied Judge President John Hlophe's bid to halt his impeachment vote.

Riverlea residents remain concerned about informal settlement and alleged links to illegal mining. A last-ditch attempt to avoid impeachment? Former Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe is expected to head to the Western Cape High Court today to stop Wednesday’s impeachment vote from taking place. Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) released the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) results for the fourth quarter of 2023. The household-based sample survey measures the labour market activities of individuals aged 15 -64. The SIU has been authorised to investigate allegations of maladministration and unlawful conduct by Department of Home Affairs and Prasa officials. The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) is receiving an update from the Presidency on the investigation reports submitted by the Special Investigating Unit. The SIU has in the past accused the presidency of doing nothing to check that the recommendations they make are carried out. DGs also just ignore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gauteng police have confirmed that it is alleged that illegal miners are behind the brazen robberies on the M1 north near the crown interchange.

ActionSA Gauteng Provincial Chairperson Funzi Ngobeni provided the party’s own version of the state of the province ahead of Panyaza Lesufi’s address. The DA Shadow Minister of Finance, Dr Dion George MP, DA Shadow Deputy Minister of Finance, Ashor Sarupen MP and DA National Spokesperson, Solly Malatsi MP, will brief the media on the DA’s alternative budget. The National Head for the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, Lieutenant General (DR/Adv) Godfrey Lebeya (SOEG) and his management hold a media briefing to outline progress made and take stock of milestones achieved since the previous quarter and thereafter, the Minister of Police, General BH Cele, will hand over the new fleet to DPCI. Parliament has filed its papers in response to former Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe’s application to stop Wednesday’s impeachment vote. Bishop Zondo's rape trial resumes tomorrow in the PTA high court. His trial was postponed in July due to the presiding judge taking a long leave. The leader of the Rivers of Living Waters Church is facing charges including rape, assault and defeating the ends of justice for crimes committed between 1980 and 2018. Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane to visit Primrose Primary School in Germiston on Monday, following an incident where a Grade 6  boy learner allegedly shot the school principal. Sports Wrap with Mawande.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ANC has until today to hand over cadre deployment records to the DA.

The Management of the SAPS in Diepsloot appeared before the Gauteng Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety to provide an update on the ongoing efforts to combat violence and crime in the area.The Peter Beale murder trial continues.Judges Matter expresses its deep concern at the Judicial Service Commission’s announcement today (15 February 2024) that it will not recommend that Judge Selby Mbenenge, the Judge President of the Eastern Cape High Court, be suspended pending a sexual harassment investigation against him.The DA will brief the media on our readiness for our historic Manifesto Launch on Saturday, 17 February, in Pretoria.SAWS warns South Africans of severe thunderstorms, flooding, damaging waves, and fire danger.Sports Wrap with Tholakele.Spreading good things with Brent Lindeque.GUESTS:Pikkie Greeff - National Secretary - SANDU.Gloria Motsoere, EWN Reporter.Bernadette Wicks, EWN Reporter.Mbekezeli Benjamin, Judges Matter researcher.Alpha Ramushwana, EWN Reporter.Elizabeth Viljoen, SAWs forecaster.Brent Lindeque is the founder of the good things guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The defence union has called on the government and SANDF to prioritise the safety of troops deployed in DRC.

Analysis: Should the South African troops working with the SADC have been deployed to the conflict-ridden DRC? The DA held its “True State of the Province Address”, delivered by the opposition party leader in Gauteng, Solly Msimanga. The SCA in Bloemfontein will rule on AfriForum’s application for the recusal of one of the five judges hearing the “Kill the Boer” case against the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). EFF leader Julius Malema will brief the media tomorrow following the party's election manifesto in KZN. EFF leader Julius Malema will brief the media tomorrow following the party's election manifesto in KZN. Mandy’s book of the week: Catch Me a Killer: A Profiler's True Story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two SANDF soldiers have died in the DRC. The two were part of the team deployed to the conflict-ridden country. More SANDF members were injured.

The Midday Report 14 February 2024

The all-day debate on the State of the Nation Address kicked off. It’s the first two days of debate before the president responds on Thursday. 
Guest: Lindsay Dentlinger, EWN Reporter. 
Disgraced former health spokesperson Popo Maja is back in the commercial crimes court for corruption charges linked to Digital Vibes. 
Guest: Kgomotso Modise, EWN Reporter. 
A sex worker who alleges that she almost fell victim to serial killer Sifiso Mkhwanazi's murder spree in 2022 will continue testifying in the trial against him today. 
Guest: Mongezi Koko, EWN Reporter. 
Gauteng Government Launches 6000 CCTV Cameras to Fight Crime In continuing its mission of combatting crime using technology.
Guest: Panyza Lesufi, Gauteng Premier.
The Department of Correctional Services has asked the public to assist in locating the whereabouts of a prisoner who escaped from a hospital in Tshwane while receiving treatment.
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo, Correctional Services spokesperson. 
Yet another violent incident at a school in South Africa – this time in Cape Town. A Grade 11 pupil was stabbed 3 times at JG Meiring High School in Goodwood yesterday. He /she was rushed to hospital in a stable condition. 
Guest: Lauren Isaacs, EWN Reporter. 
Analysis of the latest IPSOS latest poll. 
Guest: Wayne Sussman, Elections Analyst. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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