The African Mining Indaba is in full swing in Cape Town. However, the industry faces several challenges. The mining sector experienced an almost R100 billion decline in profits last year as a result of lower commodity prices and a tough operating environment.  The impact of mining on our GDP and other challenges. Associate at Allen & Overy, Azola Futshane discussed this with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/mining-indaba-2024-issues-plaguing-south-africas-mining-sector

In efforts to address abandoned housing projects across the Eastern Cape, the province's Human Settlements Department has unblocked 58 of 87 historically blocked or stalled projects. These are projects that remained incomplete due to, among other things, the non-performance of contractors. Human Settlements MEC in the Eastern Cape, Siphokazi Lusithi spoke with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/news/sas-housing-crisis-58-housing-projects-unblocked

Black Sash says it's no longer interested in what President Cyril Ramaphosa has to say on Thursday. The human rights organisation is calling for action and says public servants need to be pro-people and not pro-individuals. The President will deliver his State of the Nation Address, amid rising hunger and poverty. Electricity too, has become a massive bargaining chip in society. Black Sash executive director Rachel Bukasa spoke with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/sona-2024-black-sash-reflects-past-promises

Cutting VAT from 15 percent to 11.5 percent, reducing the fuel levy, and ending preferential procurement is on the Institute of Race Relations SONA wishlist. It says the cost of living is reaching crisis levels and people need a break. The organisation is also proposing that the Finance Minister cut taxes to stimulate growth. Makone Maja from the Institute of Race Relations spoke with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/business/sona-2024-irr-calls-vat-cut-reduced-levies

The National Consumer Commission says it's closely following the recalling of three Pick n Pay peanut butter brands. #dstv403

Police are being overwhelmed by the sharp increase in kidnappings. Yaseen Theba from Vision Tactical says this is despite the establishment of a specialised task team. He says some hijackers are now turning to abductions as it's a lucrative crime. #dstv403

Western Cape Police Commissioner, Thembisile Patekile, says crime intelligence is helping to fight gang violence in the province. According to the latest crime statistics, the Western Cape has a murder rate of 56 per 100,000. Patekile says they're also focusing on getting rid of guns in communities. #dstv403

A frustrated Lavender Hill resident says Crime on the Cape flats has gotten out of control. She says since Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in as President, he has not helped the community fight crime. #dstv403

Africa's ageing and only nuclear power station near Cape Town will soon have a longer lifespan. Well, that’s if the Electricity Minister has his way. #dstv403

The Senzo Meyiwa trial-within-a-trial continues in the High Court in Pretoria. #dstv403

eNCA's Siphokazi Malinga reports. Courtesy #DStv403

Education must be free for all. That's the word from Wits University SRC Secretary, Michelle Mbhalati. This as a number of students are left high and dry due to non-payment of university fees. Student governing groups are negotiating with tertiary institutions to reopen their gates to indebted students. Especially those affected by last year's failings by the National Student Financial Aid Programme. eNCA’s Theodor Mashele brings us that story. #DStv403

Judge Cassim Moosa has ordered that a trial within a trial be held in the case against Sifiso Mkhwanazi. The 21-year-old admitted to killing six sex workers in 2022. The confession was made to his father, Mark Khumalo. The case is continuing before the Palm Ridge Magistrate's court in Katlehong. #enca #dstv403 For more on the story: https://www.enca.com/news/alleged-sex-worker-killer-learn-his-fate

South Africa's voters roll has now grown to a total of 27.4 million. Two registration weekends have added just over a million potential voters, ahead of this year's polls. The Independent Electoral Commission says South Africans still have an opportunity to register online. eNCA senior reporter Silindelo Masikane breaks down the numbers. #DStv403

The Independent Electoral Commission's CEO, Sy Mamabolo says the voter's roll now stands at 27-point-4 million. This is following the second voter registration weekend. Mamabolo, says registration are open until the president announces the date for this year's elections. He says citizens who still wish to register to vote can still do so online. #enca #dstv403 For more on the story: https://www.enca.com/videos/2024-elections-voters-roll-stands-274-million

eNCA's Hloni Mtimkulu reports. Courtesy #DStv403

eNCA's Lethiwe Mdluli reports. Courtesy #DStv403

All roads lead to Cape Town for President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address. The eNCA team will be there to bring you all the analysis, red carpet looks and key takeaways. As our team travelled to the Mother City, they made a stop at Swellendam in the Western Cape. Courtesy #DStv403

Mining sector experts are gathering in Cape Town this week under the banner of Africa Mining Indaba. Besides looking at opportunities and challenges facing the sector, environmental, social, and governance issues will also form part of the agenda. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct

The Minerals Council South Africa wants stricter enforcement of safety measures in the industry. Dushendra Naidoo, the council's head of safety and sustainable development, explains. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct