News 08:00

BULLETIN 23 June 8 am

Good morning. I am……..

In this bulletin:

# Everest Wealth says new cabinet appointments will determine the direction of economic reforms
# Communities urge the 7th administration to prioritise accountability in the mining sector
# And, rugby:  The Springboks start life after the Rugby World Cup with a Welsh victory

# Everest Wealth says the appointment of president Cyril Ramaphosa’s new cabinet is a significant test for the government of national unity. There is great anticipation about whether Ramaphosa will take bold steps to drive economic reform, with key appointments, especially in portfolios like finance. While the DA is expected to secure cabinet positions, policy differences among coalition partners remain a challenge. Everest Wealth CEO Thys van Zyl says the new cabinet’s composition will be critical in addressing pressing issues like inequality, poverty and unemployment, and restoring investor confidence.

Meanwhile, the group Mining Affected Communities United in Action has called on the seventh administration to prioritise accountability in the mining sector. The advocacy group accuses mining companies of looting community wealth and failing to comply with social and labour plans. They demand amendments to the Mineral Petroleum Resources Development Act to ensure mining companies are held accountable for their actions. The group’s Magnificent Mndebele seeks stronger community rights:

# The Public Servants Association today commemorates Public Service Day, recognising the achievements and challenges faced by public-sector employees in South Africa. Despite challenges such as corruption and lacking infrastructure, the PSA remains committed to defending collective agreements and promoting the rights and interests of public servants. The association’s Claude Naiker applauds the progress made since democracy and advocates for fair wages, safe working conditions, and professional development opportunities for public servants: 

# Rugby:  The Springboks opened their post-Rugby World Cup life with a routine 41-13 win over Wales at Twickenham. The world champions were leading 14-13 at halftime. Jesse Kriel, Bongi Mbonambi and Edwill van der Merwe scored tries, with a penalty try from Makazole Mapimpi. Jordan Hendrikse and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu each added two conversions and a penalty. For the Welsh, there was a try by Dewi Lake, with the rest of their points coming from the boot of Sam Costelow.

# And, finally: Two fishermen in Mississippi in the United States turned heroes as they rescued 38 dogs from drowning in Grenada Lake. While fishing, Bob Gist and Brad Carlisle, with guide Jordan Chrestman, encountered the stranded dogs far offshore, all wearing GPS collars. The dogs had been part of a fox hunt and had chased a deer into the lake. The fishermen made three trips to shore to save the exhausted dogs, some of which had been treading water for up to an hour. The dogs were reunited with their grateful owners.

Stay tuned for more news………….