The Labour Minister will be filing a defamatory application against businessman Mthunzi Mdwaba. That's the word from his adviser, Lumko Mtimde. This after the High Court in Pretoria set aside the controversial 5-billion-rand UIF contract awarded to Mdwaba's Thuja Capital. #enca #dstv403 For the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/court-orders-mthunzi-mdwaba-stop-defaming-nxesi

The Real Reform for ECD Movement is berating political parties for forgetting about children. It says those vying for votes have little to say about the development of the youngest South Africans. Tatiana Kazim, from the Real Reform for ECD Movement spoke with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/2024-elections-what-about-children

Five independent candidates will contest May's elections. Faith Phathela is among the contenders running for the National Assembly. However, they only appear on one of three ballots in some provinces. She joined eNCA to discuss her plans should she make it to parliament. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/2024-elections-phathela-contesting-elections

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority has recalled two batches of Benylin paediatric syrup. It's urging healthcare professionals and the public to return the cough syrup to their distribution channels. SAHPRA says this is a countrywide recall and affects hospitals, shops, and doctors. Mokgadi Fafudi, Inspectorate and Regulatory Compliance Manager at SAHPRA, discussed this with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/news/sahpra-urges-national-recall-two-batches-benylin-paediatric-syrup

In the age of artificial intelligence, deepfakes - which include generated human-like speech, or photo or video replicas of people - will likely become more of a concern. David Emm, the principal security researcher at Kaspersky, discussed this with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/opinion/artificial-intelligence-deepfakes-become-even-more-concern

Chief economist at Econometrix Azar Jammine is blaming corruption for Johannesburg's current water crisis. This comes as reports suggest the city's water grid is facing collapse and that R64 billion is needed to replace and refurbish infrastructure over the next decade. #DStv403 Full interview here: https://www.enca.com/videos/sas-water-crisis-situation-hammers-joburgs-economic-growth

The six people accused in the murder of Kaizer Chiefs defender, Luke Fleurs, will make their second appearance at the Roodepoort Magistrate's Court today. eNCA's Pule Letshwiti-Jones reports. #DStv403 #eNCA

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues in the High Court in Pretoria. #dstv403

Two men, leaders of the Gupta gang involved in a spate of extortion-related murders in Khayelitsha in March 2020, have each been handed seven life sentences for the murders they committed. They were further sentenced for attempted murder and illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. #enca #dstv403 For more news: https://www.enca.com/

A probe by an independent law firm is underway to determine what led to the deaths of the two children during an excursion in Centurion. Legal expert Zola Majavu, says this is a serious matter that could have far reaching consequences. #enca #dstv403 For the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/call-fast-track-benoni-school-drownings-probe

Fifty-nine days later and Joshlin Smith is still missing. The 6-year-old was last seen playing outside her home in Middelops. Several suspects, including the girl's mother, Kelly Smith and her boyfriend, Jacquen "Boeta" Appolis, have been charged with human trafficking and kidnapping. Speaking to eNCA, Joshlin's grandmother says she doesn't understand why the mother and her boyfriend would commit such an act. #enca #dstv403 For more on the story: https://www.enca.com/videos/saldanha-bay-continues-search-grade-1-pupil

Basic Education admits over 31,000 teaching posts across the country have not been filled. This is despite thousands of qualified teachers sitting at home. Minister Angie Motshekga made the admission in a reply to a Parliamentary question. #DStv403

With six weeks before the crucial general elections, political parties are intensifying efforts to woo voters. Western Cape political parties went head-to-head during an eNCA election town hall in Cape Town last night. #RoadToElections #DSTV403 https://www.enca.com/shows/2024-elections-cput-town-hall-debate-17-april-2024

Cape Town turtles are getting new digs. Experts are bursting out of their shells over a new dedicated turtle centre. The hub is part of the V&A Waterfront's Granger Bay Improvement Project and is expected to open in 2026. eNCA's Kevin Brandt paid the Two Oceans Aquarium a visit and compiled this report. #dstv403

Motorsport is not cheap, but the passion remains strong. Thirty-seven of the best drifters converged in Durban to battle it out. The crowds were entertained, tyres were smoked and the winner was crowned in the end. eNCA’s Justin Ford brings us this story. #dstv403

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues in the High Court in Pretoria. #dstv403

We want justice for our child, these are the words by Mpumi Mbatha six months after the death of her son. 12-year-old Sibusiso Mbatha took his own life after allegedly being bullied at school over his sexual orientation. The Gauteng department of education had promised the family a private investigation into the matter. #enca #dstv403 For more news: https://www.enca.com/

The University of South Africa says it's still investigating over one thousand- four hundred students for dishonesty and plagiarism. This comes after the university's online systems picked up possible copying and cheating during tests. #enca #dstv403 For more stories: https://www.enca.com/

The recent tragedy at Rock Falls Adventure Ranch in Centurion has reignited discussions about the safety of school trips. Two pupils from Daveyton Skills School drowned during a school camp at the facility on Monday. The grandmother of one of the deceased says she want answers on what happened. #enca #dstv403 For more stories: https://www.enca.com/

ndependent candidate Anele Mda says she's going to do away with the tender system should she be elected to power. But her counterpart Blessings Ramoba holds a different view. They were speaking during a panel discussion with me ((MASEGO RAHLAGA)) earlier ahead of the May 29 elections. #enca #dstv403 For more news: https://www.enca.com/