BN Briefing: Sakeliga's municipal fight, gun control risks, Trump's genocide claim questioned, and SA's Draadkar grand p

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In today's BizNews Briefing, Sakeliga CEO Piet le Roux explains the importance of the litigation in Ditsobotla and why it matters for municipal recovery nationwide. Attorney Martin Hood warns that proposed gun control regulations will dangerously limit private security's ability to respond to threats, potentially forcing legal challenges. The UIM’s Neil De Beer questions the accuracy of Trump's claim of "white genocide" in South Africa, citing high murder rates but no UN-recognised genocide, urging an international fact-finding mission to clarify. The Draadkar Grand Prix is an annual Philipstown event that showcases kids racing homemade wire cars to engage underprivileged youth with plans for year-round workshops.

16 Apr 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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