Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala has applauded the police, for their renewed efforts in fighting rising incidents of extortion across the country. FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/news/crime-sa-discussion-unpacking-extortion-public-works-and-infrastructure-deputy-minister

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola is visiting Mthatha today. There has been a rise in extortion gangs terrorising communities and businesses in the area. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct

Nomsa Manaka's dance beat is making a comeback. The annual lifestyle show celebrates cancer survivors and raises funds for those still battling the disease. FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-cancer-awareness-walking-and-dancing-out-cancer

Zimbabwe's two main cities face critical water shortages. Residents in the capital Harare and Bulawayo are victims of a shortage of water purification chemicals, and low dam water levels. Authorities blame this on outdated equipment. eNCA correspondent Pindai Dube reports. Courtesy #DStv403

Tributes continue to pour in for Kwaito legend Sandile “Mapaputsi” Ngwenya. The musician passed away on Thursday following a short illness. His well-known hit "Izinja", propelled him to the top of the charts at the height of Kwaito's popularity in South Africa. The neighbourhood of Zola in Soweto where he was born, was a breeding ground for the genre. Mapaputsi's memorial will be held next week. eNCA’S Lindiwe Mpanza has the story. Courtesy #DStv403

Kwaito star Mapaputsi will be remembered for his love of his family and fans. That's according to entertainer Siphiwe Bravo Msimango. #eNCA #DStv403 #Today #QuestionThinkAct

Artists should be respected and honoured. That's according to musician Mercy Phakela. She says the legacies of late artists must be preserved. #eNCA #DStv403 #Today #QuestionThinkAct

The ANC in Tshwane this week submitted a third motion of no confidence against Mayor Cilliers Brink. This comes amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of the multiparty coalition in the metro. #eNCA #DStv403 #Today #QuestionThinkAct More details on eNCA.com

Six cash-in-transit armed robbers have been shot and killed following a shoot-out with Gauteng police in Germiston. #eNCA #DStv403 #Today #QuestionThinkAct

Retirement fund administrators have been flooded with requests for withdrawals. The two-pot retirement system came into effect this past week. It's meant to preserve funds put aside for retirement, but also provide emergency relief for members facing financial distress. But SAFTU's Zwelinzima Vavi says the two-pot retirement system is a scam. More details on #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct

Mackenzie, is encouraging visitors and residents to use public transport when traveling into the city of Cape Town today. Thousands of rugby fans are expected to flock into the city for the fourth round of the 2024 Castle Lager Rugby Championship between the Springboks and the All Blacks at DHL Stadium. #AllAngles #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct

Western Cape Sport, Arts and Culture MEC Ricardo Mackenzie has hailed as ground-breaking the Memorandum of Understanding with Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube. #AllAngles #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct

Cosatu is up in arms over plans to cut hundreds of teaching posts in the Western Cape. #AllAngles #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct MORE HERE: https://www.enca.com/top-stories/cosatu-unhappy-plans-cut-teachers-jobs

The Sasol New Signatures Art Competition has been running for 34 years. It's become an outlet for the country's collective history, stories, and voices, offering opportunities for unrestricted creativity and artistic exploration of the visual arts. FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/lifestyle/arts-and-culture-sasol-new-signatures-art-competition-has-helped-promote-and-encourage

KwaZulu-Natal Public Works MEC Martin Meyer has announced plans to reclaim approximately 300 government houses in Ulundi. #AllAngles #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct FULL INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.enca.com/videos/discussion-sas-housing-crisis-300-govt-houses-allegedly-hijacked

The renowned Drakensberg Boys Choir is set to embark on its tour of England from 20 to 30 September. #DStv403

The Springboks feel there is so much at stake in their match against the All Blacks this weekend. A win could secure both the Rugby Championship and the Freedom Cup. Captain Siya Kolisi is happy to have been passed as fit but emphasises the focus is on the team. Courtesy #DStv403

Hudson Mundy shocked his parents when he picked up an ice hockey stick at 18-months-old and began hitting balls in an unusual way. His father's observation prompted him to get his son golf clubs and since then, Mundy has been excelling in the sport. At just 6 years old, Mundy is rated number one in KwaZulu Natal and second in South Africa in his age group. The Grade one Pupil is now hoping to excel in his next tournament at the Umhlali Country Club. eNCA's Siphokazi Malinga has more. Courtesy #DStv403

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube, believes that more should be done to promote a reading culture in South Africa. This after underwhelming reading for meaning statistics for school pupils. According to a report by the International Reading Literacy Project, 81% of Grade Four pupils in the country are unable to read for meaning. In 2023, the Basic Education Department and Unicef South Africa found that 43% of South African families lack access to books. Minister Gwarube visited a creche in Nyanga to launch her campaign for National Book Week. eNCA’s Nobesuthu Hejana reports. Courtesy #DStv403

Simelane has detailed how she took a loan from Gundo Wealth Solutions. During her time as Mayor of Polokwane, Simelane received a commercial loan worth over R500,000. #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkAct