Musina-Makhado Special Development Zone would have created jobs at the expense of biodiversity. That's according to Makoma Lekalakala from Earthlife Africa. This after UN Development Programme announced the scrapping of the project, which could have created up to 53,000 jobs. Lekalakala says the project would have also destroyed around 3,000 hectares of pristine natural and sacred land. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/sas-economic-trouble-undp-pulls-out-musina-makhado-special-economic-zone

The global education sector needs 44 million teachers by 2030 to offer quality education. This was reaffirmed at the 14th Policy Dialogue Forum -- looking at the state of teaching and why there are teacher shortages worldwide. In South Africa, the number of teachers may not be as big an issue as in other parts of the world. But there appears to be a gap -- where the 24,000 teachers produced annually are not adequately meeting the skills and staffing needs of the country. eNCA reporter Hloni Mtimkulu was at the teaching dialogue and filed this report. #dstv403

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says government is working to improve intercontinental travel. She was speaking on the sidelines of the Meeting Africa trade show taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/meetings-africa-pan-african-trade-show-underway-sandton

Four Tourism Ministers in five years may be the problem behind low visitor numbers. That's according to former BUSA President, Bonang Mohale. He believes tourism can empower the youth and turbocharge the township economy. That's if it's managed correctly. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/tourism-sa-building-local-attractions-lure-global-visitors

It's time to take a new look at reviving inner cities. This is the view of the Socio-Economic Rights Institute. It says pushing the poor out of dilapidated buildings is not the solution to fixing poor infrastructure. Seri says cities should work with civil society to help build cleaner, safer and shinier inner cities. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/sas-infrastructure-crisis-spotlight-shines-dilapidated-inner-city-buildings

The Organising Undoing Tax Abuse says it may revive its case against e-toll debt. That's after reports that the National Treasury wants Gauteng province and Sanral to collect on outstanding fees. Government announced that the system would be scrapped. But there's still no clear indication of when it will happen. Outa's Stefanie Fick says motorists should nt have to pay for the e-toll system. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

The final voter registration weekend last month saw young people making up the majority of registrations. IEC Vice Chairperson Janet Love is optimistic that the over 27 million registered voters will turn up. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

The IEC says it's awaiting the outcome of a court challenge by the ANC against the newly-formed MK Party. It relates to the ANC taking issue with the name and trademark of the party. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

Government has promised to add between four-thousand and six-thousand megawatts to the grid over the next 24 months. Risk Principal at Riskonet Africa, Volker Von Widdern says this highlights a need to rethink our efforts in ending the country’s energy crisis. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

Experts say the 24,000 teachers produced each year are enough to satisfy demand. But there’s a mismatch when it comes to the skills required in the classroom. Many teachers are not adequately trained in the STEM subjects of Science, technology and maths. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

The ANC says it will not be a player in the DA's political games. The governing party has handed over its cadre deployment records to the DA following a three-year legal battle. The ANC's been trying to avoid disclosing records detailing how it appoints loyalists to the public sector. ANC elections head, Mdumseni Ntuli, says they have complied with the court order. #dstv403 Click on the link for the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/2024-elections-ancs-promise-better-life-all

The ANC says it's not threatened by the fierce battle unfolding for the control of KwaZulu-Natal. The ANC's head of elections Mdumseni Ntuli spoke to us earlier. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

Stanlib chief economist Kevin Lings says there is still much to be done before South Africa is removed from the grey list. A year ago, global watchdog the Financial Action Task Force added South Africa onto the list. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

Parents are urged to educate their children about the risks and dangers of digital media at an early age. Social Kids ZA has developed a programme to assist parents in educating children aged 11 and below about the online world. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

ActionSA says it’s confident Ekurhuleni mayor Sivuyile Ngondwana will be gone by Thursday. The party has filed a motion of no confidence, accusing him and his mayoral committee of poor performance. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com for more on this story and other news making headlines.

South Africans will be taken back to the golden era of artistic and musical genius that is Sophiatown. Joburg will celebrate the vibrant cultural hub of its heydays next month. Sophiatown Mix will pay homage to the storied suburb that shaped the cultural and political landscape of South Africa. Prepare to step back in time with alluring jazz performances as well as an exhibition of the life and times of trailblazing South African Journalist, Henry Nxumalo. Courtesy #DStv403

A remarkable story of resilience, one that involves the rescue of a Bengal tiger, from the clutches of the exotic pet trade in Islamabad, Pakistan. The animal has been successfully relocated to Isin-dile Big Cat and Predator Sanctuary in the Free State. The journey involved two International flights and a lengthy road transfer, from OR Tambo International Airport to the tiger's new home. Courtesy #DStv403

The safety of young children is most likely to be compromised in the online world. Social Kids South Africa says building digital literacy for children under the age of eleven is important, to combat cyberbullying. A Unicef study shows that 95% of children use the internet, but are not fully aware of the risks. Courtesy. #DStv403

Zimbabwe’s main opposition party, Citizens Coalition for Change, seems to be heading for a split after leader Nelson Chamisa's sudden departure. He resigned last month, citing infiltration by state agents. Now, two factions have emerged to battle for dominance. eNCA correspondent Pindai Dube reports. Courtesy #DStv403

the notorious N3 highway being patrolled? It’s alleged a so-called blue light gang is operating along the highway. They dress in police uniform and stop vehicles before either kidnapping or robbing occupants. This is the very same highway where the transport minister was robbed last year. According to Gauteng police, patrols are being conducted. eNCA’s Heidi Giokos finds out whether that’s the case. Courtesy #DStv403