#SABCNews AM Headlines l 07 August 2024

* Four of the five suspects arrested in connection with violence at the Matshediso Primary School in Katlehong, east of Johannesburg, are expected to appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrate's Court this morning. * ANC President, Cyril Ramaphosa has implored party members to conduct themselves in the manner that will raise the standing of the party in society. He was speaking at the end of the three day NEC Lekgotla in Boksburg East of Johannesburg yesterday. In one of the diagnostic reports after the 2016 elections, it was found that the ANC is losing popularity because it is seen as organisation of leaders that are aloof and distant from the people * A lot work still needs to be to ensure Africa becomes a global economic powerhouse.It is a vital player already, especially with its vast natural resources. These issues were under discussion at the annual Govan Mbeki lecture at the Nelson Mandela university in Gqeberha. Speaking at the lecture, Martina Biena, the MD of the Volkswagen Group Africa says free trade agreements between African countries are key to positioning the continent as an industrial hub. * South Africans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the veteran actress Connie Chiume. Her family has confirmed that she died yesterday at the Garden City hospital in Johannesburg at the age of 72. The multi-award winning Chiume is known for her role in productions including the international film Black Panther as well as local programmes such as Zone 14 and Gomora For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.