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UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that global power is escaping the restraints of international law,
The United Nations General Assembly has opened its annual debate with sharply contrasting visions of a world under growing strain. Secretary-General António Guterres warned that global power is escaping the restraints of international law, while the presidents of Brazil and the United States used the world stage to set out competing approaches to conflict, climate change, artificial intelli
Some supporters of the National Service Delivery Forum (NSDF) in Botshabelo are hopeful that its leadership will deliver on their promises
Supporters of the National Service Delivery Forum (NSDF) in Botshabelo are hopeful that its leadership will deliver on their promises. The provincial NSDF leadership launched its manifesto for the upcoming Local Government Elections, while promising employment and economic opportunities for the residents of the Mangaung Metro municipality. The Forum also promise to enhance economic opportunities b
Alleged constant interference of state witnesses in the case involving the suspended Deputy Police Commissioner on Crime Detection, Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya.
The state claims there is constant interference of state witnesses in the case involving the suspended Deputy Police Commissioner on Crime Detection, Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya. Sibiya made a brief appearance in the Randburg Magistrate's Court facing charges of rape, human trafficking and sexually grooming of 16 year old girl. He will appear in court on 29 Sepptember for bail hearing. Thab
Two sixteen-year olds have been killed and three others critically injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of teenagers
Two sixteen-year olds have been killed and three others critically injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of teenagers inside a house at KwaBester, Area 10, near Ntuzuma, north of Durban. Police say about five teenagers were inside the house when unknown attackers entered and opened fire. One of the victims, Ntando Kwazi Njova, had turned 16 just a day before the shooting. Gcinokuhle Malinga
Different views exist among the members of the Ad Hoc Committee on whether President Cyril Ramaphosa has flouted his constitutional responsibilities
Different views exist among the members of the Ad Hoc Committee on whether President Cyril Ramaphosa has flouted his constitutional responsibilities. This accordingly, by not acting against former Police Minister Bheki Cele. In 2022, the now retired Lieutenant-General Francinah Vuma accused Cele of political interference, after Vuma launched investigations into senior police officials in relations
Rassie Erasmus makes wholesale Springbok changes for Australia.
Rassie Erasmus has made wholesale changes to the Springbok team for Saturday's Test against Australia in Perth. There are 13 changes to the starting XV that beat the All Blacks in Baltimore, with only Eben Etzebeth and Ethan Hooker keeping their places. Andre Esterhuizen will captain the Boks for the first time, becoming the 68th player to lead South Africa. And there's a milestone for Jasper Wies
Radebe Denies Knowledge Of Secret Prosecution Talks
Former Justice Minister Jeff Radebe says he was never involved in, or made aware of, secret negotiations between the ANC and the apartheid government concerning post-TRC prosecutions. Testifying at the TRC cases inquiry, Radebe says he first became aware of talks between the ANC leadership and the apartheid regime while he was imprisoned on Robben Island. He says Nelson Mandela later briefed some
Nkomazi Youth Raises Concerns Over Kruger National Park Opportunities
The Kruger National Park has been accused by young people in Nkomazi of disregarding them for employment. The unemployed youth of Nkomazi have embarked on a protest march to hand over a memorandum of grievances, calling on the management to also hire young people from their communities. For more on this Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Nkomazi Youth Activist, Sibusiso Mhlanga
Brown Mogotsi denied bail for fourth time.
North West businessman and self-proclaimed political fixer Brown Mogotsi has been denied bail in his fourth application. The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court found that the addresses presented by Mogotsi did not constitute new facts, as they had already been considered in his previous bail applications. He faces multiple charges including unlawful possession of a firearm. Presiding magistrate
KZN Premier Revives Committee Ahead Of Local Elections
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli is today convening the revived Multi-Party Political Intervention Committee ahead of the November 4 local government elections. The committee brings together provincial government, law enforcement, intelligence services, the IEC and political parties. The meeting comes amid concerns over political killings in the province and recent clashes in Inanda involving
Western Cape Water Restrictions Could Be Imposed
Water restrictions are on the cards in the Western Cape as dam levels decline ahead of the hot summer months. The latest figures show the Cape Town Water Supply System at 76.6 percent, compared with 92.3 percent at the same time last year. Thee waterskloof Dam, the system's largest, is at 76.8 percent. DWS says water users must conserve supplies as rainfall remains uncertain. For more on this Saki
Three Men Shot Dead In Gugulethu informal Settlement
WESTERN CAPE Police are investigating a triple murder after three men were shot dead in Gugulethu’s KTC informal settlement this morning. Police say the victims sustained multiple gunshot wounds to their upper bodies and heads and were declared dead at the scene. Authorities say the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive remain under investigation. Colonel Andrè Traut e
Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga has welcomed more than 2,500 new soldiers
Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga has welcomed more than 2,500 new soldiers, who have completed their basic military training at 3 SAI in the Northern Cape. They are joining an SANDF under increase pressure to assist the police stem the tide of crime, including in hotspots in the Western Cape, where gang violence remains a major challenge, despite the deployment of soldi
Body of the 28-year old, Vutomi Mathebula in the Kempton Park in the Ekurhuleni
The Mathebula family from Homu 14, A village near Giyani in Limpopo is in mourning. This after the discovery of the body of the 28-year old, Vutomi Mathebula in the Kempton Park in the Ekurhuleni Metro in Gauteng. Her decomposed body is among those found dumped in the area. She had been reported missing towards the end of March, this year. Our reporter, Avhapfani Munyai has the deta
US state department plans to impose visa restrictions on government officials and South African civil servants, who shape the land expropriation laws.
US ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III says America will not release the names of South Africans who will be affected by the visa restrictions. Accordingly, the US state department plans to imposed this visa restrictions on government officials and South African civil servants, who shape the land expropriation laws. This also includes those, who continue to promote the "kill the boer
Analysts expect the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee to increase interest rates by a quarter of a percent
Analysts expect the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee to increase interest rates by a quarter of a percent when it announces its decision on Wednesday (23 September) amid inflationary pressures and uncertainty due to the ongoing US-Iran war. The expected hike is also supported by elevated levels of inflation which currently sits at four-point-three percent, a figure above the bank's t
FNB Wealth and Investments analyst Zimele Mbanjwa shares latest market updates
This Monday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Zimele Mbanjwa, FNB Wealth and Investments analyst, for the latest market update.
CIDB Probes Moriel Infrastructure Contractor Gradings
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has directed the Construction Industry Development Board to investigate allegations that Morial Infrastructure Group obtained multiple construction gradings on the same day. The allegations suggest the company may not have met the requirements for those gradings, which were allegedly used to secure government contracts. The investigation fol
Sibanyoni Details R145,000 Monthly VIP Protection
Taxi boss and businessman Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni is testifying before the Madlanga Commission. Sibanyoni says Gubis 85 provided VIP protection services to his taxi association and related entities from March 2024, at a monthly fee of 145-thousand rand, VAT inclusive. He says the arrangement was commercially reasonable and necessary due to credible threats to his safety. He also revealed that he r
Joe Sibanyoni Acknowledges Knowing Sergeant Nkosi Socially
Taxi boss and businessman Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni continues testifying before the Madlanga Commission. Sibanyoni addressing his position on key messages and interactions involving Sergeant Nkosi. He says he knew Nkosi as a social acquaintance and acknowledges that Nkosi visited his home on about 12 occasions in a social capacity.
Didiza Seeks Records Before Assisting TRC Inquiry
National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, told the TRC Cases Inquiry she's unable to assist the Commission without a record, agenda, or minutes of two alleged meetings she called while she was the Acting Minister of Justice in 2006. Didiza says she has no independent recollection of these meetings, as they allegedly happened twenty years ago. She appeared briefly before the TRC Case
Pressure Mounts On Sundowns After Al Ahly Win
There is pressure on Sundowns after their 2-1 win against Al Ahly in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.Miguel Cardosa will lose 12 players for international duty this week.SAfm sports anchor Jon Gericke has more
Cato Manor Serial Rape Case Resumes Next Monday
The case against the alleged Cato Manor serial rapist has been postponed in the Durban Magistrates Court to Monday, the 28th of September. This is to allow the state to find out if there are any outstanding charges against the 46-year old man. The 46-year old man made his first court appearance in connection with the 15 rapes committed between 2014 and 2025. Meanwhile, another serial rapist - who
Recent water samples tested showed unsafe levels of coliform bacteria and alkalinity recorded at a warning level in Mashishing
The water crisis in the embattled Thaba Chweu Municipality in Lydenburg, Mpumalanga, persists. This, despite an undertaking to address the problem some five years ago. Residents have raised concerns over the water quality and sewage pollution. Recent water samples tested showed unsafe levels of coliform bacteria and alkalinity recorded at a warning level. The tests also showed no chlorine level. M
Newly-registered United Democratic Front Party has unveiled its provincial election manifesto for the Western Cape.
The newly-registered United Democratic Front Party has unveiled its provincial election manifesto for the Western Cape. It took place in Rocklands, Mitchells Plain on the Cape Flats at the same venue where the now disbanded UDF was initially launched. Despite issues with the IEC, the party says they are ready to compete in the local government election on November 4th.
Killing of women took the centre stage at the EFF's Western Cape election manifesto launch
The killing of women took the centre stage at the EFF's Western Cape election manifesto launch in Delft, Cape Town. Party leader, Julius Malema, condemned the recent killing of women in Ekurhuleni, describing it as a declaration of war. He has called on communities to help police find those responsible. Mkhokheli Bandla filed this report...
IFP has urged South Africans to trust the party with their vote come the 4 November
The IFP has urged South Africans to trust the party with their vote come the 4 November local government elections. Party Leader Velenkosini Hlabisa did this as he unveiled the IFP's Manifesto to thousands of supporters gathered at the Princess Magogo Stadium in KwaMashu north of Durban today (20/08). Senior political journalist Busi Bopela reports…
Police have identified three persons of interest in connection with the murder of nine women
Police have identified three persons of interest in connection with the murder of nine women whose bodies were found in Ekurhuleni in Gauteng since July. Acting Police Commissioner, Firoz Cachalia, says the three have been called in for questioning as investigations continue. He was briefing the media in Pretoria on Sunday (20 September). Siphiwe Mkhize has more......
Police search for suspects after triple murder at Phumlani informal settlement in Philippi.
Police are searching for suspects in a triple murder at the Phumlani informal settlement in Lingelethu West, Philippi, on the Cape Flats. Three men were shot in a shack on Sunday night.The fourth person was wounded and taken to hospital. Police spokesperson Andre Traut says, “Police responded to a shooting at an informal dwelling in NB63, Phumlani. On arrival, members found four males w
Alleged serial rapist accused of raping 16 women appears in Durban court.
Police in Durban have arrested a 46-year-old suspected serial rapist accused of raping 16 women between 2014 and 2025. The suspect allegedly targeted women in Cato Manor, as well as victims in Plessislaer and Taylor’s Halt. Police say he followed women from taverns to their homes, where he allegedly raped and robbed them. In some cases, he allegedly broke into homes and raped women
Young people in Mangaung have expressed mixed views about the Free State Youth Opportunities Expo
Young people in Mangaung have expressed mixed views about the Free State Youth Opportunities Expo. Some say the expo did not live up to their expectations, as they could not find any employment opportunities available for them. Others however, are hopeful that the information provided will help open doors to entrepreneurship and economic opportunities. The initiative was aimed at empowering y
Parliament confirmed over the weekend that a man in his 30s was apprehended after unlawfully entering the precinct compromising secuirty
National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, says there's an urgent need for security within the Parliamentary precinct to be heightend further. Parliament confirmed over the weekend that a man in his 30s was apprehended after unlawfully entering the precinct compromising secuirty. Both the Speaker and her Deputy Dr. Annelie Lotriet held an engagement with the Parliamentary Gallery Association, on var
Initiative to mobilise men AND get them to sign a pledge not to abuse women and children
Civic Rights Movement NotInMyName has launched an initiative to mobilise men AND get them to sign a pledge not to abuse women and children. This comes amid the discovery of a NINTH body of a woman in Boksburg this morning. Nonhlanhla Ntshingila reports...
Dr Lisa Vetten calls for action against violence targeting women
Police in Gauteng have again called on anyone with information regarding the murders of multiple women in Ekurhuleni to come forward. This after police discovered the half-naked body of a woman in Villa Liza township, in Boksburg, this morning. The latest discovery brings to nine the number of women's bodies found in Ekurhuleni since July. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Research associate Southern
Orange Level Six rain warning remains for KwaZulu-Natal coast
The South African Weather Service has issued a level six severe weather warning for parts of KwaZulu-Natal, including Durban. Heavy and disruptive rainfall is expected from today until tomorrow, with a risk of flooding in low-lying residential areas and informal settlements. SAWS warns that fast-flowing streams and deep water could create dangerous conditions, threatening lives and property. Sakin
Correctional services chief warns of ongoing prison contraband smuggling
The National Commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Thobakgale, says the smuggling of contraband into correctional facilities is an ongoing problem involving some officials. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission, Thobakgale says during the COVID-19 lockdown, correctional facilities were closed to visitors and inmate movements to court were restricted. He says the continued discovery o
Tatjana Smith returns from retirement for championships
Four-time Olympic medallist Tatjana Smith is stepping out of retirement to race at the South African Short Course Championships in Pietermaritzburg next weekend. Her competitive comeback comes at a dramatic juncture, unfolding alongside her legal battle against Swimming South Africa (SSA) and a full-blown leadership crisis in the federation. Representing her new Stellenbosch-based team,
Cosatu congress collapses
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) says it will reconvene its National Congress in a month following the collapse of its 15th National Congress this week. The federation was forced to adjourn the congress after affiliate unions refused to submit credentials in retaliation against the suspension of Costatu's first president Mike Shingange by his union NEHAWU. COSATU's execut
Political deployments create severe structural weaknesses - Chartered Governance Institute Southern Africa conference
Political appointments into executive roles within government institutions came under intense scrutiny at the Chartered Governance Institute Southern Africa conference earlier today. Analysts at the event warn that political deployments create severe structural weaknesses, making corruption almost inevitable. The conference met under the theme: "Fault lines and futures: Corporate governance at the
Electoral Commission has notes the ANC's intention to appeal the Electoral Court's judgment
The Electoral Commission has noted the ANC's intention to appeal the Electoral Court's judgment over the candidate submission dispute. The Commission's Chief Electoral Officer, Sy Mamabolo, says the electoral justice mechanism allows for aggrieved political parties and candidates to go to superior courts to vindicate their rights. He was speaking in Centurion on the finalisation of the candidate l
United Nations Secretary-General has put de-escalation in the Middle East at the top of his agenda for next week's UN General Assembly.
The United Nations Secretary-General has put de-escalation in the Middle East at the top of his agenda as world leaders prepare to descend on New York for next week's UN General Assembly. António Guterres says restoring freedom of navigation through the Straits of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab was critical — while also demanding action on Gaza, the West Bank, Ukraine and Sudan. But ahead o
Political parties in Parliament react to the latest visa restrictions the United States
Some of the political parties in Parliament have reacted to the latest visa restrictions the United States of America has imposed against South Africa. The US says the restrictions are against those -- who are responsible for, or complicit in, the enactment or implementation of laws or policies that enable uncompensated land seizures, race-based discrimination, and/or the incitement of immine
Women from the Qwaqwa Community Crime Watch in the Free State say the murder of Itumeleng Kekana in Kempton Park, has hit close to home
Women from the Qwaqwa Community Crime Watch in the Free State say the murder of Itumeleng Kekana in Kempton Park, has hit close to home, leaving them also fearing for their safety. Thirty-two-year-old Kekana, originally from Qwaqwa, is one of the eight women whose bodies were found on the East Rand over the last two months. Her brother, Thabang Kekana, says he still has nightmares about having to
Madlanga Commission marks one year of progress.
The Madlanga Commission says it has made demonstrable progress as it marks one year of inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system. The Commission says the one-year mark is a significant milestone, particularly considering that real consequences have flowed from its work while the inquiry is still underway. Numerous individuals who have
Three men have been killed in a shooting incident in Khayelitsha on the Cape Flats.
Three men have been killed in a shooting incident in Khayelitsha on the Cape Flats. Police are searching for a suspect following the incident, which happened on Wednesday morning. Police spokesperson FC van Wyk says, “SAPS members responded to the above mentioned scene and found the body of an adult male with multiple gunshots inside a grey Toyota vehicle. About 500 metres from the
Argentina name Messi for October friendly farewell.
Argentina have named Lionel Messi in their squad for a friendly against Benin in October in a match which is set to be the forward's farewell to international football. Messi announced his retirement from Argentina duty in August in the wake of his country's defeat by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final and after saying he was considering his future in football following the death of his father
ABSA's Investment Analyst Motheo Maphosa shares latest market updates
This Wednesday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to ABSA's Investment Analyst Motheo Maphosa, for the latest market update.
Lesufi calls discovery of eight Ekurhuleni bodies disturbing.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says the recent discovery of eight bodies in separate incidents in Ekurhuleni is concerning and deeply disturbing. He says the developments highlight the devastating human cost of violence against women. Lesufi was briefing members of the media on progress made in implementing key Gauteng Provincial Government programmes and priorities, including service delivery.
Laura Pop testifies on officials’ financial disclosures at Madlanga Commission
Senior Financial Sector Specialist at the World Bank and a member of the Stolen Asset Recovery Initiative team, Laura Pop, Testifying before the Madlanga commission says prosecutors who resign before the vetting process begins can leave with their full pension or other separation benefits. She says, however, that those seeking to re-enter the institutions would still have to undergo an extraordina
United States has imposed visa restrictions on certain SA government officials.
The United States has announced new visa restrictions targeting foreign nationals linked to certain South African laws and policies, a move expected to further strain relations between Washington and Pretoria. The US claim that government has failed to address the discrimination against Afrikaners and again alleged that there is a genocide in South Africa. Sherwin Bryce-Pease filed this report. Sa
Tselane says election deadlines must apply equally to all political parties.
The ANC has vowed to appeal the Electoral Court's decision against the party. The matter was brought by the ANC against the Electoral Commission. The party had cited technical glitches on the IEC's system, for failing to submit its list of over 180 councillor candidates for the November polls. The ANC missed the commission's 28 August deadline to submit its candidates list citing technical glitche
Police have offer a cash reward of 400-thousand rand for anyone who would come forward with information that could lead to arrests in the Ekurhuleni murder cases
Police have offered a cash reward of 400-thousand rand for anyone who would come forward with information that could lead to arrests in the Ekurhuleni murder cases. This reward offer was announced by police during a media briefing on measures to apprehend the perpetrators of the Ekurhuleni killings. This comes after the bodies of eight women were found in the Ekurhuleni Municipal area
Judgment in the defamation case between ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula and ANC NEC member, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has been reserved
Judgment in the defamation case between ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula and ANC NEC member, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has been reserved. Mbalula challenged Dlamini-Zuma's claims that he used money to secure his position during the 2022 ANC Elective Conference in the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg. Mbalula dismissed the allegations and requested Dlamini-Zuma to retract them. Ntla
Day Two of the Congress of South African Trade Unions' (COSATU) 15th National Congress in Midrand faces further disruptions.
Day Two of the Congress of South African Trade Unions' (COSATU) 15th National Congress in Midrand has faced further disruptions. Top national office bearers were locked in a behind-closed-doors meeting to resolve a high-stakes leadership dispute that brought proceedings to a standstill. A legal opinion commissioned by COSATU has cleared First Deputy President Mike Shingange to stand for
Judgment was reserved last night after two and half hours of legal wrangling which stems from the ANC's alleged failure to submit its councillor candidates
Judges of the Supreme Court of Appeals in Bloemfontein will hand down judgment in the ANC-IEC candidates submission battle later this morning. Judgment was reserved last night after two and half hours of legal wrangling which stems from the ANC's alleged failure to submit its councillor candidates for the November 4 local polls. The party cited a technical glitch on the IEC system which prevented
Premier Ntuli Condemns Fatal School Shooting
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has condemned the fatal shooting of 19-year-old KwaNdengezi High School learner Sphephelo Ngubane. Ngubane was shot multiple times inside the school premises on Monday and died at the scene. Ntuli has directed law-enforcement agencies to urgently identify and arrest the perpetrator. He has also ordered strengthened school security measures and immediate psycho
Crime Expert Urges Police to Connect the Dots in Women’s Deaths
Police are investigating the discovery of a sixth woman's body in Kwa-Thema, Springs. This latest discovery brings to six the number of women's bodies found in Ekurhuleni in the last two months. Yesterday, a fifth woman's body was also discovered in Olifantsfontein, near Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni. Authorities say investigators have not yet established whether the six cases are linked, or whether po
COSATU Congress underway amid credentials dispute
The COSATU congress is today expected to focus on the organisational and financial report and affiliates resolutions. The congress stalled yesterday, due to disputes over credentials. Several affiliates, including the National Union of Mineworkers, withheld credentials in protest over the suspension of First Deputy President Mike Shingange. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Economics Reporter, Katleg
Madlanga Commission hears JMPD collusion allegations
The Madlanga Commission has heard testimony that Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) Internal Affairs identified a pattern of collusion between certain JMPD officers and criminal elements. Head of JMPD Internal Affairs, Superintendent Elmarie de Beer, testified that the units most frequently implicated include the Tactical Response Unit (TRU), the Special Patrol Unit (SPU) and, to a lesser
Legal challenge targets Equinix Cape Town data centre
Civil society activists have lodged a formal appeal against a land use approval that will allow US technology company Equinix to build a hyperscale data centre at King Air Industria in Cape Town. The Housing Assembly and technology justice organisation Foxglove, represented by the Legal Resources Centre, say the application should have been rejected because of inadequate information about the data
Children eating rotten food from the landfill site whilst politicians are scrambling to garner votes for the November polls in Pango Camp Informal settlement in Munsieville
While the poor residents of Pango Camp Informal settlement in Munsieville, outside Krugersdorp are trying to keep limb and life together, politicians are scrambling to garner votes for the November polls. Every day, dozens of hungry children, pensioners and people living with a disabilities, flock to a local soup kitchen to get their meal for the day. Owner, Elise Saunders, who lived in a run-down
Zanzibar authorities are stepping up preparations for the El Niño-affected
Zanzibar authorities are stepping up preparations for the El Niño-affected October-to-December rainy season, urging people in high-risk areas to take action before heavy rains arrive. The Tanzania Meteorological Authority says the short rainy season is expected to bring normal to above-normal rainfall in several parts of the country, with rains beginning from late September and potentially
Preparations to ensure textbooks are delivered to schools ahead of the 2027 academic year, are underway
The Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube says preparations to ensure textbooks are delivered to schools ahead of the 2027 academic year, are underway. This as the implementation of the one-point-six-billion-rand textbook catalogue tender remains suspended, pending further legal scrutiny of the process. Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube says provincial education departments need to be pa
69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference opens at the Cape Town International Convention Center
The Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa says there can be no justification for violence against foreign nationals in the country. The minister said this while official opening the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference at the Cape Town International Convention Center last night. Abongwe Kobokana reports.
COSATU's 15th National Congress was a non-starter on the first day of its four-day conference
COSATU's 15th National Congress was a non-starter on the first day of its four-day conference amid a standoff over the suspension of the first deputy president Mike Shingange. Several Cosatu union affiliates – led by the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) – refused to submit their credentials in retaliation over Shingange's suspension. Shingange – who was also the president of t
South African athletes deliver mixed Budapest championship results
South Africa's athletes had mixed results at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest. Sinesipho Dambile was the standout, finishing fourth in the men's 200 metres in 19-point-91 seconds. Gift Leotlela broke the ten-second barrier in the men's 100 metres, clocking 9-point-98 for sixth, with Akani Simbine eighth in 10-point-09 .SAfm sports anchor Jon Gericke h
Motheo Tlhagale Investment Analyst at FNB shares latest market updates
This Monday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to ,Motheo Tlhagale Investment Analyst at FNB, for the latest market update.
Elizabeth Moselakgomo’s Body Identified At Mortuary
The Acting National Commissioner of SAPS, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, says police will leave no stone unturned to identify and arrest those responsible for the deaths of women in Gauteng. This follows the discovery of a fifth body today. Dimpane has also extended condolences to the family of 38-year-old Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, whose remains were positively identified at
KZN Gov fast tracks refugee transport to Lindela
After months of living on the streets, refugees camping outside the Department of Home Affairs offices on Che Guevara Road in Durban will finally be provided with temporary accommodation. This was confirmed by eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba, who visited the offices following a protest by the anti-immigration group March and March. The municipality will facilitate the refugees' transportation to tempor
McKinley urges COSATU to become politically independent
Nearly 2000 members of SA's largest trade union Cosatu have converged on Joburg's Gallagher estate for the 15th National Congress. COSATU's 15th National Congress is taking place at a time when workers are grappling with the escalating cost of living, high inflation, and staggering unemployment rates. Delegates from 16 COSATU-affiliates unions are expected to vote for the labour federation's
Family struggles after girl allegedly raped by acquaintance
The family of a seven-year-old girl who was allegedly raped by someone close to the family in Makaepea village, outside Senwabarwana, in North West says it remains deeply concerned that the suspect has not been arrested. The family, which cannot be identified to protect the child, says the suspect continues to move around the home, adding to their trauma. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC news reporte
Fourth body identified as missing runner Elizabeth Moselakgomo
The Acting National Commissioner of SAPS, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, says police will leave no stone unturned to identify and arrest those responsible for the deaths of women in Gauteng. This follows the discovery of a fifth body today. Dimpane has also extended condolences to the family of 38-year-old Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, whose remains were positively identified at
Parliament says it's ready to host the six day 69-the Commonwealth conference
Parliament says it's ready to host the six day 69-the Commonwealth conference - that kicks off in Cape Town today. The conference brings together 800 parliamentarians from across the Commonwealth nations until the end of the week. Its aim is for MPs to discuss issues that will strengthen democratic governance, sustainable development, economic inclusion and international cooperation. Lawmakers mee
Eastern Cape residents frustration following the municipality's decision to spend 235-thousand rand on a State of the Metro Address event
Residents of Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape have expressed frustration following the municipality's decision to spend 235-thousand rand on a State of the Metro Address event that was held in Despatch on Thursday evening. The event has come under scrutiny amid ongoing water and electricity disruptions, ageing infrastructure and other service-delivery challenges. The municipality says b
Gauteng Education Department intensifying its crackdown on illegally operating independent schools across the province
The Gauteng Education Department says it is intensifying its crackdown on illegally operating independent schools across the province. Sixty-one schools suspected of operating unlawfully have been visited this year, with thirty-two served with closure letters. The department says the action is aimed at ensuring learners are placed in schools that are properly registered and meet the required stand
A 58 year old security officer is expected to appear in the Goodwood Magistrates Court in Cape Town for shooting teenager
A 58 year old security officer is expected to appear in the Goodwood Magistrates Court in Cape Town on Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of a teenager. The boy was gunned down on Friday, on property that used to be a girls convent. He sustained a gunshot wound to his back and succumbed to the injuries on the scene. Andile Mbanjwa reports...
Gwede Mantashe calls for calm, urging that the court processes be allowed to unfold following the failure to submit candidate lists
ANC National Chairperson Gwede Mantashe has called for calm, urging that the court processes be allowed to unfold following the failure to submit candidate lists to the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) on time. The party has attributed the debacle to a technical glitch affecting six municipalities with the most of them in the Eastern Cape. Mantashe spoke to the media on the sidelines at the
ActionSA is focused on repairing the Free State province's municipalities and ensuring that there are job opportunities especially for the youth.
ActionSA Deputy President Dr, Mbahare Kekana says the party is excited about contesting Local Government Elections in the Free State for the first time. Kekana is confident that the party will walk away victorious in the province after the November polls. He says ActionSA is focused on repairing the province's municipalities and ensuring that there are job opportunities especially for the youth. K
Weekly Coalface feature with Martin Creamer.
News and Current Affairs Show host/presenter Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News and Mining Weekly, live on weekdays from 12 noon to 1 pm on SAfm 104-107fm.
BRICS summit must deliver practical business outcomes: Advocate Mtho Xulu
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