“NO ELECTRICITY, NO VOTE,” SOUTH AFRICANS THREATEN TO SHUN RULING PARTY ANC. (PHOTO)

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 “No electricity, no vote,” South Africans threaten to shun ruling party ANC Residents in Katlehong, a township outside Johannesburg, have resolved to boycott South Africa's upcoming local elections on November 4 due to long-standing failures by authorities to provide basic services like electricity. For over 20 years, around 180 households in the community have relied on illegal electrical connections pulled from neighboring areas to power their homes. Angry over the lack of formal grid infrastructure, residents are directing their frustration at the ruling African National Congress (ANC). "We have made a collective decision: no electricity, no vote," said community leader Lesiba Rankapole, 59. "We know it is illegal, but we had no choice because we cannot live without electricity. Our children cannot progress without electricity." "I was born ANC, but today I do not want anyone to tell me about the ANC because I am suffering," added 57-year-old resid...

A FATHER WAS APPREHENDED FOR SITTING THE UTME EXAM ON BEHALF OF HIS SON.(PHOTO).


 A father was apprehended for sitting the UTME exam on behalf of his son.

A father was arrested for impersonating his son during the 2024 UTME exam, highlighting ongoing issues of cheating and impersonation. The JAMB Registrar emphasized the consequences of such actions, noting improved technology aiding in detection. Despite challenges like dual NINs, efforts are underway to address identity verification loopholes. He praised smoother exam procedures due to enhanced automation, with over 1.94 million candidates participating. Concerns arose over parental interference, although minimal compared to previous years. Candidates missing exams due to logistical issues faced challenges, with JAMB unable to accommodate rescheduling for a few. The Registrar criticized schools exploiting students for profit, leading to exam disruptions. Efforts continue to maintain exam integrity and streamline procedures for future UTME sessions.

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