A Durban man’s family is desperate to find him after he was allegedly abducted in a vigilante attack over petty crime. Jerome Pillay was last seen earlier this month. Police say vigilantism remains a problem in several communities and measures are in place to urgently address the scourge. eNCA senior reporter Dasen Thathiah accompanied Pillay’s relative on an aerial search for him. Courtesy of #DStv403

A neighbour arrested for the kidnapping and murder of 8-year-old Lukhololwam Mkontwana will not be applying for bail. 31-year-old Aphiwe Vakele, who is facing a premeditated murder charge, has appeared at the Athlone Magistrate's Court. The state says should Vakele later seek bail, they will oppose it as cell phone records and DNA have linked him to the case committed in 2022. The case will return to court on 14 March for further investigation. eNCA’s Nobesuthu Hejana reports Courtesy of #DStv403

A bail application by alleged insurance fraud killer, Agnes Segomotsi Setshwantsho has been denied by the Mmabatho Magistrate's Court. Setshwantsho is accused of killing her niece Bonolo Modiseemang for financial gain. She is facing four counts including murder, fraud, and defeating the ends of justice. Setshwantsho has been remanded in custody and is expected back in court on 28 March. eNCA reporter Bafedile Moerane has more. Courtesy of #DStv403

Life after matric could prove to be a daunting task. While others have been accepted into various institutions of higher learning, others are considering a gap year. However, some may not be able to attend the university of their choice. Institutions like Ifundi offer help to students who want to gain skills guided by workplace mentors and equip them with work-integrated learning. iFundi co-founder Fariba Bowen spoke with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/jobs-emergency-life-after-matric

The Hawks say Gauteng is becoming a hub for major human trafficking operations. Officials say modern day slavery is one of the issues they're focusing on as they widen the scope of their investigations. eNCA reporter Pule Letshwiti-Jones has the story. Courtesy of #DStv403

It's difficult to come back from the reputational damage falsifying your qualifications brings. This follows accusations that economist Thabi Leoka- fabricated her Ph.D. from the London School of Economics. Global Business Solutions chairman Johnny Goldberg explains. #eNCA Courtesy #dstv403 Click the link for more https://www.enca.com/business/watch-cost-academic-fraud-sa

There's a need for policy changes and for African countries to encourage increased food production according to Tafadzwa Mabhaudi, a Professor of Climate Change, Food Systems and Health with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. In an article, Mbhaudhi says there are huge gaps in the current Agrifood system, and the continent's crop treasure trove is being neglected. Research shows that 20 percent of the continent’s population faced hunger in 2020.  Professor Mbhaudhi spoke with eNCA from London. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/food-insecurity-spotlight-african-continent

The future is not something to be predicted, it is something to be created. With the release of the 2023 matric results, South Africans are looking ahead to another generation of youth whose fate is likely to be determined by that outcome. Kathija Yassim, Associate Professor from the Department of Education Leadership & Management at the University of Johannesburg spoke with eNCA about diversifying education pathways. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/2023-matric-results-diversifying-education-pathways-pupils

There's a need for policy changes and for African countries to encourage increased food production according to Tafadzwa Mabhaudi, a Professor of Climate Change, Food Systems and Health with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. In an article, Mbhaudhi says there are huge gaps in the current Agrifood system, and the continent's crop treasure trove is being neglected. Research shows that 20 percent of the continent’s population faced hunger in 2020.  Professor Mbhaudhi spoke with eNCA from London. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/2023-matric-results-diversifying-education-pathways-pupils

The Eastern Cape Transport Department has called on parents and pupils not to risk their lives by crossing rivers and streams to get to school. This follows images and videos of pupils crossing raging rivers that went viral on social media earlier this week. Floods and other inclement have battered the country after increased rainfall in recent weeks. Unathi Binqose, spokesperson for the Department of Transport discussed this with eNCA. Watch the full interview: https://www.enca.com/videos/eastern-cape-transport-department-discusses-school-transport-safety

We spoke to Nicholas Dakin, Portfolio Manager at Sasfin Wealth. #DStv403 Watch the full interview here: https://www.enca.com/jse-claws-back-some-losses

eNCA's Morena Mothupi spoke to the SA Women’s team coach, Tsoanelo Pholo. #DStv403 Watch the full interview here: https://www.enca.com/videos/hockey-5s-world-cup-sa-side-still-looking-sponsorship

The country's top matriculants are being honored at ceremonies. This after the national matric pass rate of 82.9 percent was announced by Minister Angie Motshekga last night. Senior reporter Silindelo Masikane caught up with Gauteng high flyer Thandolwethu Zwane earlier today. #dstv403 Go to https://www.enca.com/ for more on this story and other news making headlines.

The defence lawyer in the Kirsten Kluyts murder case says he'll report the magistrate after another delay in the trial. The 21-year-old accused's bail appeal has been postponed to May. #dstv403 Click on the link for more on this story: https://www.enca.com/top-stories/kluyts-murder-trial-postponed-may

SADTU Secretary General, Xolani Fakude Is calling for an increase in funding of public schools. He says this will eliminate the widening gap between public and private schools. #dstv403

Thami Ngubeni is at Hoërskool Randburg with more details. #DStv403

The matric class of 2023 has achieved a pass rate of 82.9%. #DStv403

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga announces the 2023 matric results.

The Independent Examinations Board has released the results for its matric class and they have received an overall pass rate of 98.46%. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says the class of 2023 is exceptional and has shown great resilience. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestonThinkAct

Police Minister, Bheki Cele commend men and women in blue for their work in KwaZulu-Natal. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct