Podcasts about cooperative governance

Lester Kiewit speaks to Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, about why it is important for the country to review the White Paper on Local Government, as it offers an opportunity to reinvigorate local government structures and improve service delivery. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela speaks Velenkosini Hlabisa, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs addressing the challenges within local government including funding, poor governance, mismanagement of public funds and corruption. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live – The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) on 702 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/the-clement-manyathela-show/audio-podcasts/the-clement-manyathela-show/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deadly floods have ravaged KwaZulu-Natal, prompting the province's declaration as a disaster zone. The devastating floods have claimed 24 lives since January, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. To shed more light on the situation, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, spoke to Elvis Presslin to discuss the government's response and relief efforts

Guest: Minister Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa | Minister of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Floods continue to devastate communities, destroying roads, isolating towns, and claiming lives. Africa Melane speaks to disaster management experts about the response efforts, infrastructure failures, and what must change to prevent future crises.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One person has died in overnight rains across the eThekwini Municipality and surrounding areas. The body of a woman has also been recovered after her vehicle was swept off a bridge on Sarnia road in Pinetown in the west of Durban last night. Level 6 warnings issued by the South African Weather for widespread showers and disruptive rains across KwaZulu-Natal from today. These conditions are expected to continue today. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Nonjabulo Makamu and spokesperson of the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Department in KwaZulu-Natal, Senzelwe Mzila

A 12-member committee will investigate the Ingonyama Trust board's financial management, following a meeting between Land Reform Minister Mzwanele Nyhontsho and AmaZulu King Misuzulu Zwelithini. This development comes on the heels of the king's decision to suspend six members of the board, accusing them of undermining his authority. The minister, however, countered that the king doesn't have the power to suspend board members, sparking a heated debate. The committee is expected to probe the governance challenges facing the Ingonyama Trust board. For more Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Zweli Mkhize, Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) in KwaZulu-Natal says 25 families have lost their homes due to heavy rainfall which caused widespread flooding and landslides in the province. On Wednesday, heavy rains triggered a mudslide in Adams Mission, in KwaMakhutha, resulting in six deaths. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News reporters, Nonjabulo Mtungwa Makamu and Thabiso Moss, and Siyanda-Bakgatla Platinum Mine's Executive for Corporate Affairs, Hope Tyira

The Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (CONTRALESA) is staging a march to the Limpopo provincial government offices today, where traditional leaders will submit a memorandum outlining their grievances to the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. This demonstration is part of the traditional leaders' escalating push for government action on pressing concerns, notably compensation and recognition. To delve more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to CONTRALESA president, Kgoshi Lameck Mokoena

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Velenkosini Hlabisa will this week convene a national convention to address the concerns of the Khoi-San community. The two-day convention aims to find permanent solutions to challenges faced by the Khoi-San people, including recognition. For insight into the significance of this convention and the expectations of the Khoi-San community, Elvis Presslin spoke to Anthony Phillip Williams, Executive Chairperson of the Indigenous First Nation Advocacy South Africa

The North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs says eight (8) of the province's 22 municipalities are under mandatory intervention in terms of Section 139 of the Municipal Finance Management Act due to poor financial management. These municipalities are the Ditsobotla, Kgetlengrivier, Madibeng, Ramotshere Moiloa, Tswaing, Maquassi Hills and Naledi Local Municipalities as well as the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality. However, the Department says much more work still needs to be done in the beleaguered Ditsobotla Local Municipality as all interventions in the municipality have continued to be met with resistance including criminal behaviour such as kidnapping and taking people hostage. Sakina Kamwendo Spoke to Lerato Gambu - Spokesperson of the MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs in North West

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa will engage with labour unions this week to explore solutions to continue supporting Community Work Programme (CWP) participants aged 55 and older, despite budgetary constraints. The move follows his decision to extend contracts for these participants until the end of March, while exploring viable and sustainable solutions. Initially, over 60,000 workers were set to lose their contracts by the end of this month due to National Treasury budget cuts. To discuss this development Elvis Presslin spoke to Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa

The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has announced a temporary extension of contracts for the Community Work Programme. Africa Melane is in conversation with Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks Thabiso Goba, EWN Reporter, about the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs' recent decision to terminate Community Work Programme contracts for individuals aged 55 and above, citing budget constraints. This move has sparked significant debate, with critics expressing concerns about its impact on older workers amid high unemployment rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tshidi Madia in for Clement Manyathela speaks to Save South Africa Communications Director Tebogo Mashilompane on their sentiments around the Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs(Cogta) cutting over 67000 community worker contracts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Africa is facing a crisis of initiation-related deaths, sparking widespread concern. The Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Dr. Zweli Mkhize is calling for initiation deaths to be treated as a crisis of epidemic proportion. This comes after police reports recorded 24 initiate deaths in the Eastern Cape by December last year, and 57 cases related to unlawful initiation practices were opened in the province. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Zweli Mkhize, to take a closer look at the devastating impact of initiation deaths and what's being done to prevent them

Zain Johnson is joined by Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa, head of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs to discuss the reasons to terminate Community Work Programme (CWP) contracts for workers aged 55 and older.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Department of Cooperative Governance has announced the termination of contracts for over 255,000 Community Work Programme participants aged 55 and older. The department is citing significant budget cuts and unauthorized expenditure concerns for its decision. For more on this, we're joined by Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, COGTA Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa

The Department of Cooperative Governance has announced the termination of contracts for over 255,000 Community Work Programme participants aged 55 and older. The department is citing significant budget cuts and unauthorized expenditure concerns for its decision. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Public Servants Association, PSA Acting Deputy General Manager, Claude Naiker

John Maytham speaks to Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, about the urgent need to address rising deaths in traditional initiation practices. With at least 27 fatalities in the Eastern Cape due to dehydration and abuse, Minister Hlabisa calls for suspending initiation ceremonies in areas with unregistered schools, emphasizing the need for better oversight and medical care to protect initiates while preserving cultural practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tshidi Madia standing in for Clement Manyathela In conversation with Hon. Velenkosini Hlabisa – Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs about the 27 reported deaths reported during the current initiation season in the Eastern Cape. Tshidi Madia standing in for Clement Manyathela chats to Kgosi Mokoena, President of CONTRALESA as they continue the discussion on propoal of initiation shcools being suspended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa is in the Eastern Cape amidst a devastating initiation season, which has claimed the lives of 27 Initiates. The province has been identified as a hotspot for initiate deaths, prompting the minister's visit to meet with traditional leaders to review strategies to prevent further tragedies. Elvis Presslin spoke to SABC Eastern Cape reporter, Lubabalo Dada, who is on the ground to bringing us the latest updates on this crucial gathering

The Eastern Cape is grappling with a dire initiation season, marked by the tragic loss of 20 young lives at various initiation schools. In response to this crisis, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, has announced an emergency ministerial meeting to be held in the province this Friday. This urgent gathering aims to address the alarming number of fatalities and find solutions to prevent such incidents in the future. Elvis Presslin spoke to Contralesa Secretary General, Zolani Mkiva...

The General Secretary of the National Khoi-San Council, Frans Kraalshoek, joins Graeme Raubenheimer for a discussion on unity concerning Khoi-San matters. This conversation follows crucial meetings held with the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As families across South Africa embrace the festive season, cherishing time with loved ones, many in the Eastern Cape are grappling with heartbreak. The ongoing 2024 summer initiation season, now in its fourth week since launching on 15 November, has tragically claimed the lives of 20 young boys an increase from 17 earlier in the season. The Eastern Cape Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Department has expressed deep concern over the mounting fatalities, raising questions about safety and oversight in initiation schools. Meanwhile, the South African National AIDS Council Men's Sector is calling for stricter regulations to govern initiation practices as the province battles to curb these preventable deaths. To delve deeper into this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Pheello Oliphant, Eastern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs spokesperson, and Siya Ndesi, Secretary General, at the South African National AIDS Council Men's Sector

Velinkosi Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, joins John Maytham to unpack the nationwide extension of spaza shop registration to February 2025. He explains that the decision addresses stakeholder concerns over the rushed 21-day deadline, initially set to tackle foodborne illnesses and pesticide-related deaths linked to spaza shops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi welcomed the arrests of the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Speaker of Nongoma Local Municipality on charges of fraud and corruption on Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has raised concerns after learning that, of five provinces that requested disaster funding from the National Treasury, only the Western Cape received assistance. Committee chair, Dr. Zweli Mkhize, has called this decision "illogical" and "unfair," citing the severe disasters in other provinces, such as floods in Durban. Mkhize has stressed the need for quicker disaster responses. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Committee chair, Dr. Zweli Mkhize

Guest: Dr Namane Dickson Masemola | (Deputy Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs)  Today, we are joined by Dr. Namane Dickson Masemola, Deputy Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, to discuss how these new policies will be implemented and what criteria the government will use to prioritize municipalities under this new reform structure. Dr. Masemola will share insights into the government's approach to municipal revitalization and how these interventions aim to improve the lives of South Africans who rely on these essential servicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South African Local Government Association (Salga) has called for stricter measures to tackle corruption in municipalities. During a recent presentation to the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance, Salga outlined their 2023/24 annual report, stressing the need to "disbar" corrupt municipal managers and senior officials. This would prevent those guilty of misconduct from moving between municipalities. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Thamsanqa Ngubane, SALGA Working Group Chairperson for Electricity, Energy and Public Work

In response to the ongoing issue of construction mafias causing delays by demanding protection fees on construction sites, The Gauteng MEC for Infrastructure Development and Cooperative Governance, Jacob Mamabolo, has introduced the Infrastructure Delivery Platform (iDEP). This new digital solution is designed to tackle delays in the completion of crucial infrastructure projects, including schools, hospitals, clinics, and libraries across the province. At the launch, Mamabolo highlighted that the platform will streamline processes, enhance oversight, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. We caught up with the MEC, Department of Infrastructure Development and COGTA), Jacob Mamabolo

Joining us now is Senzelwe Mzila, spokesperson for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA). Senzelwewill give us an update on the aftermath of the recent snowstorm and discuss the new warnings of potential flooding as the snow begins to melt across the province. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former minister, Pravin Gordhan has passed away in hospital, surrounded by family, friends and comrades in the liberation struggle. The 75-year old retired from active politics after this year's general election. His last portfolio in the South African Cabinet was Minister of Public Enterprises, from 2018 to 2024, after serving two terms as Minister of Finance, from 2009 to 2014 and again from 2015 to 2017. He also served as Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs from 2014 to 2015. From March 1999 to 2009 – he was the Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service. Elvis Presslin spoke to Executive director at Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, Neeshan Balton....

The Gauteng Provincial Government will today launch a multi-stakeholder initiative to revitalize the Johannesburg CBD. The Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, COGTA says the programme is part of the broader Old CBD Revitalisation Strategy and aims to improve lighting, security, and cleanliness, making the area more attractive for investment. Premier Panyaza Lesufi and MEC Jacob Mamabolo have emphasized the importance of rejuvenating CBDs across Gauteng province. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Theo Nkonki, Spokesperson for Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional AffairsMEC , Jacob Mamabolo

Only 34 out of the 257 municipalities in the country have received clean audits. 30 of those have had repeat clean audits, which means that they are repeatedly consistent and compliant in establishing key disciplines to deliver on their mandates. This is according to the Auditor General's office which briefed the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs on the 2022-23 local government audit outcomes earlier. Auditor-General, Tsakani Maluleke says this dysfunction in municipalities leads to poor service delivery. Here is Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke speaking earlier.

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa has disclosed that President Cyril Ramaphosa's presidential izimbizo events have cost taxpayers a substantial R44 million over just four events. The four events were held over an 8-month period, with the aim of addressing public service delivery concerns and providing a platform for citizens to voice their complaints and suggestions. Minister Hlabisa made the remarks while answering questions posed to him Democratic Alliance Member of Parliament, Frederik Badenhorst. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Cogta Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa

Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, has vowed to take decisive action against underperforming municipalities plagued by corruption and inefficiency. In a bid to restore effective governance, Hlabisa has announced plans to dissolve municipalities found misusing funds. This move comes in response to the 2022 State of Local Government Report, which revealed a concerning increase in dysfunctional municipalities, rising from 64 to 66. Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa discusses the details of this crackdown and the measures his department will take to address these challenges with Elvis Presslin 

Clement Manyathela and Africa Melane speak to a range of politicians following the Opening of Parliament Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Guests EFF leader Julius Malema, Joe Phaahla, Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Gwen Ramokgopa, ANC Secretary General, Vuyolwethu Zungula, president of the African Transformation Movement, Dean Macpherson, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity, Nomvula Mokonyane, first deputy secretary general of the ANC, Mzwanele Nyhontso – the newly appointed Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, John Hlophe, MK Party parliamentary leader, SCOPA Chair Songezo Zibi and leader of RIse Mzansi, Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture of South Africa, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Health Minister dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Herman Mashaba, Action SA LeaderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela and Africa Melane speak to a range of politicians following the Opening of Parliament Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Guests EFF leader Julius Malema, Joe Phaahla, Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Gwen Ramokgopa, ANC Secretary General, Vuyolwethu Zungula, president of the African Transformation Movement, Dean Macpherson, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity, Nomvula Mokonyane, first deputy secretary general of the ANC, Mzwanele Nyhontso – the newly appointed Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, John Hlophe, MK Party parliamentary leader, SCOPA Chair Songezo Zibi and leader of RIse Mzansi, Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture of South Africa, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Health Minister dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Herman Mashaba, Action SA LeaderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr Lance Joel is The Chief of Operations at The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) and he joins Lester Kiewit to consider the recent announcement by the Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa, that under performing municipalities will be dissolved and put up for re-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), and Deputy Minister of Defence and Military Veterans discussing the president's choice to form a large cabinet, his nomination as a minister, and his ambitions for the GNU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) is inviting public input on the Municipal Structures' Amendment Bill. The Bill aims to address challenges in municipalities governed by coalitions. Now for more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to COGTA Deputy Director-General, Kevin Naidoo

The Senzo Meyiwa trial continues this week in the Pretoria High Court.Rise Mzansi outlines its plan to tackle crime in the province of Gauteng. The party's Gauteng premier candidate, Vuyiswa Ramakgopa, will speak with leader Songezo Zibi. The party has been in the spotlight recently for trading blows with DA party leader John Steenhuisen. Nas'iSpani: ActionSA Gauteng Premier Candidate Funzi Ngobeni to Submit Complaint Against Government Due to Failure to Pay Over 300 Young People. AS THE COUNTRY DRAWS CLOSER TO ITS NATIONAL AND PROVINCIAL ELECTIONS, EYEWITNESS NEWS IS ON THE GROUND ENGAGING COMMUNITIES ABOUT LIFE – 30 YEARS SINCE THE DAWN DEMOCRACY. Iran fires over 300 drone missiles at Israel. SPORTS WRAP WITH MAWANDE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MEC for Cooperative Governance in KZN has called on Eskom and the KZN Transport Department to help in speeding up repairs in the flood-hit town of Ladysmith. Website

Thembi Nkadimeng, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, outlined some of the challenges and interventions by government to turn around struggling municipalities, as well as the decision to create a code of conduct for councillors, which will look closely at what measures the speaker can apply jointly with council if disruptions are the norm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Clement is hanging out with Parks Tau, the former mayor of Johannesburg and current Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs as they talk politics, governance, and music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Clement speaks to Thembi Nkadimeng, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and Vasco Da Gama, the former City of Johannesburg council Speaker about the cost of council meetings which can sometimes be excessive and unnecessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Broadcasting live from the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) National Members Assembly Clement Manyathela speaks to Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Thembi Nkadimeng about how matters affecting municipalities can be solved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement speaks to MEC of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mxolisi Dukwana about the state Capture Report and what came out of the Free State Asbestos project, EOH Holdings Ltd, Chief Executive Officer, Stephen van Coller about the outcomes of the State Capture Report. and Former Finance Minister, Nhlanhla Nene about the state Capture Report and how difficult it was to be a resistor of state capture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.