Over 90 people have lost their lives on Eastern Cape roads since the beginning of December. In the latest incidents, eight people died in two separate accidents. The provincial transport department fears the Eastern Cape’s 2024 death toll will surpass that of 2023. eNCA’s Ronald Masinda reports. Courtesy #DStv403

Gauteng's emergency services are recording a rise in assaults, accidents and gunshot incidents. Statistics show emergency service calls can increase by as much as 25% in Gauteng during the festive season. eNCA'S Silindelo Masikane was at the provincial health department’s operations centre, and she takes us through officials’ preparations for the increase in trauma cases. Courtesy #DStv403

eThekwini attracts more tourists and visitors during festive season. At the same time, criminals are also out and about, targeting unsuspecting tourists. #eNCA. #AllAngles #DStv403

The Information regulator has issued a R5 million fine on the Basic Education Department for 2024 Matric results breaches. This follows the department's failure to stop the publishing of 2024 matric results in newspapers. The enforcement notice was issued in November. Information Regulator Chairperson Pansy Tlakula, spoke to eNCA.

Trucks are not allowed to go through the Lebombo Border Post into Mozambique. This comes after protests intensified in Mozambique after the Constitutional Court endorsement of the October election results. Africa expert Sipho Mantula spoke to #eNCA. #AllAngles #DStv403 MOE HERE: https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-mozambique-unrest-protests-intensify-mozambique-after-poll-results

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has acknowledged the challenges faced by South Africans. He's delivered a Christmas message on behalf of the Government and says the economic challenges remain a constant feature in the struggle to reduce the cost of living. #eNCA #AllAngles #dstv403 FULL https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-christmas-message-struggle-reduce-cost-living

The Gauteng Forensic Medical Services has identified the four leading causes of death during the festive season. Shootings, stabbings and assault related incidents, as well as vehicle accidents. #eNCA #AllAngles #DStv403

Gauteng Emergency Services has seen a spike in accidents and gunshot incidents this festive season. EMS is likely to have their hands full due to road accidents, placing significant demand and pressure on healthcare facilities. #eNCA #AllAngles #DStv403

A traditional preparation for Christmas sees people cleaning and painting their houses to make them look beautiful. Nelson Mandela Bay mayor, Babalwa Lobishe, is supporting this tradition. #eNCA's Nceba Ntlanganiso has the details. #NewsLink #DStv403 Full report on eNCA.com

Eastern Cape roads are proving to be a death trap this festive season. So far, over 90 people have lost their lives since the beginning of December. #eNCA reporter Ronald Masinda has the details. #NewsLink #DStv403

The Bela Act is not against certain language groups but a step in the right direction to address the education ills of the country. That’s according to professor Thabo Ditsele of the Tshwane University of Technology. #eNCA #DStv403 #TheSouthAfricanMorning

On #TheSouthAfricanMorning Soapbox, we ask if you are still keeping with the old tradition of buying and wearing new clothes for Christmas? or will school uniforms be your priority instead? Tune in to #DStv403 #eNCA

Gauteng provincial police commissioner Tommy Mthombeni is warning criminals police will come down hard on them. Mthombeni led a safety blitz in the West Rand. #eNCA #DStv403 #TheSouthAfricanMorning Full report on eNCA.com

Law enforcement agencies are on standby at the Lebombo Border Post in Mpumalanga. A short while ago, Mozambique's Constitutional Council validated the October election results, confirming ruling party Frelimo's victory. #eNCA reporter Pule Jones has the details. #Today #DStv403

With Christmas only a few days away, families will be unleashing their creativity in the kitchen. Chef Kelebogile Masigo from Kele's eatery shares food saving tips and how to economically transform delicious dishes. Tune in to #eNCA #Today #DStv403

Charity organisation Gift of the Givers has been busy in informal settlements plagued by fires in the past week. on Monday, a team's been deployed to Cape Town's Masiphumelele  after a fire broke broke out at 5am. Gift of the Givers project manager, Ali Sablay, spoke to eNCA. FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/news/watch-settlement-fires-gift-givers-helping-fire-victims

US President Joe Biden has published the list of countries eligible and ineligible to benefit from the African Growth and Opportunity Act in 2025. South Africa is among the 32 eligible countries. With President-Elect Donald Trump set to take office on 20 January, what can we anticipate for trade relations between the United States and Africa? Kwame Senou, executive director at The Holding Opinion and Public Institute, spoke to eNCA.

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has briefed the media on key achievements and challenges in implementing the Energy Action Plan. South Africa hasn't had rolling blackouts for over 270 days now. FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-energy-action-plan-energy-outlook-2025

The death toll from road car accidents in the Eastern Cape is rising. A two-year-old died and eight people were injured in a freak crash on Monday morning in Gqeberha. #eNCA #AllAngles #DStv403

According to a report in 2021, 81% of Grade 4 pupils could not read for meaning in any language. Now, the University of Stellenbosch has found there's been an improvement, with notable gains in schools where Afrikaans or IsiXhosa are the language of learning and teaching. #eNCA #AllAngles #DStv403