Preparations have been made and the border authorities are ready for the Easter Weekend rush. 400 border guards will be deployed and regulations will be enforced, So says The Boarder Management Authority. Thousands of holidaymakers are expected to travel in and out of South Africa, starting this week. #enca #dstv403 For more on the story: https://www.enca.com/videos/border-management-security-beefed-borders-ahead-easter-rush

The Democratic Alliance claims its candidates for the 2024 polls are corruption busters and experts in their fields who will rescue South Africa from decay. The party revealed its list with 200 names who went through a 9 month selection process. #enca #dstv403 For more news: https://www.enca.com/

Accused one's alibi has again come under scrutiny in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. This, after a Road Traffic Management Corporation investigator cast aspersions on Muzi Sibiya's whereabouts in 2014. Sibiya claims he was not in Gauteng that year, but e-Natis records show he was. #enca #dstv403 For the full story: https://www.enca.com/top-stories/justice-meyiwa-accused-ones-alibi-under-scrutiny

In opposition to Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's urgent bid to stop her possible arrest for alleged corruption. The National Prosecuting Authority told the high court in Pretoria that the application is misplaced and an abuse of the justice system. #dstv403 #enca

National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's legal team says arresting people when there is no need to is an abuse of the justice system. The speaker approached the High Court in Pretoria after finding out her arrest for alleged corruption was imminent. #dstv403 #enca For more news: https://www.enca.com/

Embattled National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, is urgently seeking to stop her arrest. That matter will be heard in the High Court in Pretoria this morning. #dstv403

Government needs to cut down the public sector workforce. That's the word from Chief Economist at the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt. He says government can not stabilise the fiscus and grow the economy with its bloated public sector wage bill. The Public Service Department says civil servants will receive a 4.7-percent salary hike from April. This is part of a two-year wage deal signed last year. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/public-wage-bill-civil-servants-receive-47-salary-increase

Privatisation will quench South African thirsts.Water governance expert Richard Meissner says it's the only way to resolve the water crisis. Minister Senzo Mchunu plans to overhaul the sector through private investment. He also wants to enforce accountability for non-compliance with standards. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-sas-taps-running-dry

Could South Africa's inclusion in a global music tour, such as the Taylor Swift Era's tour, boost economic growth? Certainly, says Professor Waldo Krugell from the North-West University's economics department. Krugell explains how major entertainment events indeed boost local economies. #dstv403

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

World TB Day was observed across the globe today, with calls made to redouble efforts to eradicate the disease. The US government plays a significant role in providing funds towards the fight against TB, and has signed a new partnership with our national health department. US AID has pledged just over R1-billion towards programmes in Gauteng, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. Courtesy #DStv403

Watch the full interview here; https://www.enca.com/opinion/2024-elections-omhle-ntshingila-analysis

The Tshwane Council says that a newly-launched water learnership programme in Hammanskraal will help bridge the gap between communities and government to ensure the provision of clean water. The program initiation by Lentle Performance Improvement and Development Consulting will offer a 12 month learnership national certificate on community water, health and sanitation monitoring. It’s being funded by the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority to help unemployed youngsters to get experience in water quality assurance. Hammanskraal has been in the spotlight with water issues for years due to the malfunctioning Rooiwal water treatment plant and it was the epicenter of a cholera outbreak last year. Courtesy #DStv403

eNCA correspondent Pindai Dube reports. Courtesy #DStv403

As the country celebrates 30-years of democracy, the Eastern Cape Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture department hosted a Social Cohesion Dialogue. The dialogue is aimed at fostering meaningful discussions about our journey as a diverse nation and identifying what binds us together as a people. eNCA's Nceba Ntlanganiso filed this report. Courtesy #DStv403

Watch the full interview here; https://www.enca.com/business/african-union-final-plans-establish-african-ratings-agency

Patricia de Lille’s GOOD Party has been rocked by another scandal. Last year, two senior GOOD Party members were expelled after being found guilty of serious misconduct and bringing the party’s reputation into disrepute. Instead of campaigning for a by-election in the Witzenberg Municipality, they hosted sex and booze parties and now, a senior member of the party and former Springbok's coach, has been arrested and charged for a sexual offence. eNCA's Ayesha Ismail reports. Courtesy #DStv403

With Easter Weekend around the corner, consumers are starting to restock their cupboards after recovering from the December spending spree. With the cost of living skyrocketing in recent years, consumers are constantly seeking ways to stretch their money a little bit further while getting all the much-needed essentials. WATCH FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/business/discussion-easter-spending-trends

The Cancer Association of South Africa says more cancer awareness and education will make it easier for people to disclose the disease diagnosis to their families. Kate Middleton's cancer disclosure has put the spotlight on cancer-related stigma. WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/lifestyle-videos/discussion-telling-your-family-friends-you-have-cancer

Employers are advised to clearly state their terms and conditions with regard to the ownership of intellectual property developed by their employees. This will assist employees in understanding the situation. Courtesy of #DStv403