The Weekend View
The Weekend View is a current affairs programme that keeps listeners up to date with the latest local and international news. It is hosted by Elvis Preslin. The show airs on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 6 to 7 am on the 104–107 FM band.
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19 foreign nationals found among 20 shacks destroyed in Copesville fire.
KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma says verification following Saturday’s fire in the Swapo informal settlement in Copesville, Pietermaritzburg, found that 20 shacks were destroyed. Duma says 19 foreign nationals occupied the affected shacks, while one South African had an identification document whose authenticity is being verified by Home Affairs. He says the w
Man allegedly caught with R2m heroin at OR Tambo.
SAPS and the Border Management Authority have arrested a 52-year-old South African man at OR Tambo International Airport. Police say suspected heroin worth more than two million rand was found in his luggage. Police say the suspect had arrived from Accra, Ghana, when he was intercepted during an intelligence-led operation. Police say they found bullet-like objects and blocks containing substances
Calls intensify for justice to be served urgently for ekurhuleni killings.
Feminist movement - Black Women Caucus has given the Kempton Park police station in Ekurhuleni 10-days to convene a multi-stakeholder engagement to outline how to deal with the murder of women. The group led a picket outside the police station on Friday. This follows the discovery of a woman's body in Villa Liza in Boksburg on Thursday- bringing to NINE the number of women's bodies discovered acro
CAMPAIGN TRAIL WRAP - GOOD PARTY & UDM IN CAPE TOWN
In Cape Town, the GOOD Party and the United Democratic Movement's (UDM) election campaigns ahead of this year's Local Government Elections saw a focus on issues including making the City of Cape Town more affordable for Capetonians and the ongoing scourge of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. Tando Ntunja reports
Health expert warns of dangers of Chronis Stress
Chronic stress may be doing far more than affecting South Africans' mental health – it could be contributing to the country's growing burden of obesity, diabetes and other metabolic disorders, many of which are also major risk factors for cardiovascular disease . While stress is often viewed as an unavoidable part of modern life, mounting scientific evidence suggests that prolonged psy
Woman dies as fire destroys 14 shacks in Copesville, Pietermaritzburg.
One woman has died, while her child and partner sustained serious burn wounds following a fire that destroyed between 13 and 14 shacks at the Swapo Informal Settlement in Copesville, Pietermaritzburg. KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma says he was contacted by a distressed community leader at around 3:30 this morning. Duma says teams from his office, provincial and nat
Madlanga Commission Welcomes Extension of Its Deadline
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and alleged Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, commonly known as the Madlanga Commission, has welcomed the final extension of its deadline announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Commission says the extension to 25 January 2027 will allow it to hear outstanding testimony and finalise its report. The Commis
Two arrested, three suspects fatally wounded in Libode police killings.
Police say two suspects have been arrested, while three others were fatally wounded following a 72-hour operation into the murder of two police officers in Libode, near Mthatha. The officers were killed while responding to a robbery at a spaza shop. Police say an AK47, three handguns and ammunition have been recovered. Charges including attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and ammuniti
Property expert's warning to both tenants and landlords
For South Africa's landlords, few situations are as financially damaging as a tenant who stops paying rent but remains in the property. While their rental income has come to a stop, they'll still have to cover rates, levies, insurance and in some cases, monthly bond repayments. But even after cancelling the lease, the way South Africa's eviction laws are structured, it means that a landlord cannot
IEC responds to UDM dispute over Buffalo City final candidate lists.
Applications for special votes for the 2026 Local Government Elections will open on Monday, the 21st of September. The IEC says the application period will close on the 12th of October at 5pm. Special votes are available to registered voters who cannot physically travel to their voting station, as well as essential service workers, media personnel and voters who can reach their voting station but
US President, Donald Trump Bans Certain Media From White House
US President Donald Trump says he is banning three major news outlets – CNN, MS NOW and Politico – from the White House in his latest threat to the independent press. The move is almost certain to face legal challenges as free-speech experts said it conflicts with the US Constitution's First Amendment protections for free speech and a free press. Here is a snippet of President Tr
Health experts warn against panic amid a rise in cases of Mpox virus in the country
The National Health Department has warned of the rapid increase in MPOX cases, with 18 confirmed cases and one probable case recorded across South Africa. The department says the Western Cape has recorded the highest number of cases, while three have been reported in Gauteng and one in KwaZulu-Natal. Health officials say people who have been in close contact with an infected person are urged
KZN COGTA Gives Assistance to Areas Affected by Persistent Rains
Disaster Management Teams in KwaZulu-Natal have been on standby for any eventuality overnight as persistent rains continue to batter various parts of the province. In eThekwini, disaster teams have opened the Isipingo Canal in order to prevent flooding along the R103 of the Industrial area. Mud slides have also been reported in Umsinga where stones have fallen onto the R33 road due to prolonged ra
Ekurhuleni Gears Up For A Compete Shutdown Over Women Killings
Social movements including various sectors of society have expressed great displeasure and impatience towards law enforcement authorities setting deadlines for meaningful engagements aimed at effectively dealing with the murder of women and children. In Ekurhuleni, many took to the streets leading pickets at various police stations. This follows the discovery of a woman's body in Villa Liza in Bok
FFPlus says coalition governments could become the new norm in municipalities after the November elections
Freedom Front Plus leader Corné Mulder says coalition governments could become the new norm in municipalities after the November elections. He was speaking in Pretoria today as the party launched its 2026 local government election manifesto, outlining a ten-point plan focused on service delivery, accountability and tackling maladministration. Zara Groenewald reports.
Professor Keith Engel: The only way to increase the tax base is through better enforcement
What happens after the tax is collected? And who ultimately pays when government needs more revenue? With South Africa heading towards the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, questions around VAT, tax increases, economic growth, fiscal sustainability and the future of SARS are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. These questions will take centre stage at the South African Institute of Taxat
DA and Action SA lay complaints against Majodina over alleged comments levelled at disabled man
A spokesperson in the office of Water and Sanitation minister, Pemmy Majodina, says she is not available for comment, after an incident at a recent government event at Kouga municipality in the Eastern Cape. A video is trending on social media, where Majodina can be heard allegedly swearing at a member of the public. Two parties in Parliament have laid complaints at the Joint Committee on Ethics a
Madlanga Commission Draws Close To A Year Since Inception
It's been almost a year since the Madlanga Commission was established by President Cyril Ramaphosa, following Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's controversial press briefing on 6 July 2025. During the briefing, Mkhwanazi made allegations of criminal infiltration within law enforcement agencies and political interference in these institutions. Since its establishment, the Commission has heard
Zulu Monarch Calls For An End To GBV At Annual Reed Dance
AmaZuluKing MisuZulu ka Zwelithini has used this year's Umkhosi Wo Mhlanga, or Reed Dance, to call on the nation to take a stronger stand against gender-based violence. Speaking during the annual cultural gathering at Emashobeni Royal Palace in uPhongolo, the King urged men and communities to respect and protect women and girls. His message comes as the Reed Dance continues to provide a platform f
COSATU Gears Up For Its 15th National Congress
COSATU says preparations to host its 15th National Congress at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from the 14th to the 17th of September this week are on track. The union says it expects 1800 delegates to be in attendance including members from its sixteen union affiliates. The congress will see the election of the new leadership who will be tasked with taking the resolutions and the agenda of
Report shows South Africa's middle-class households are the biggest withdrawers of two-pot retirement savings
When South Africa's two-pot retirement system was introduced, the big question was whether people would treat their retirement savings as easy money to dip into, or leave it alone for retirement. Two years later, the data tells a more complicated story – one driven primarily by real financial pressure. A survey conducted by Momentum Corporate on the two-pot system and who is making th
Call to end victimisation of documented foreign nationals in South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has expressed his frustration over the absence of representatives from countries whose nationals are among the refugees camped outside the Department of Home Affairs offices in Che Guevara Road for about four months now. He visited the offices yesterday (FRIDAY) , together with the Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo to South Africa John Kalunga N
Rural areas face severe risks during El Niño
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that South Africa is likely to experience below-normal rainfall and above-normal temperatures this spring as a strong El Niño event develops in the Pacific Ocean. According to the weather service, the latest predictions indicate that El Niño is likely to intensify further and could become the strongest event in living memory. Accord
Biko Remembered Ahead of Local Government Elections
AZAPO President, Nelvis Qekema, says the seventh democratic local government elections should be about the full restoration of the dignity of black people who are still living in squalor over three decades after the attainment of their freedom. He insists this would be a fitting tribute to the late Black Consciousness Movement Leader, Steve Bantu Biko. The late BCM leader was killed by the aparthe
FF+ To Launch Its Election Manifesto in Pretoria Today
The freedom front plus will target structural change within municipalities come the local government elections. This comes as the Freedom Front Plus is set to launch their local government elections manifesto in Pretoria TODAY. National Spokesperson, Wouter Wessels spoke on what voters can expect the party to focus on if successful after the November 4th polls. Zara Groenewald reports...
SAFA Goes to Congress to Elect New Leadership
TODAY'S South African Football Association's elective congress could be a watershed moment for football in South Africa. Incumbent, Danny Jordaan, will bid for a fourth term as president of the association, while businessman, Sandile Zungu, has promised to transform football and take it to new heights. A SAFA National Executive Committee meeting in preparation of the congress in Midrand, was disru
BRICS Unity Becomes Focus of the Summit in New Delhi India
President Cyril Ramaphosa says BRICS countries must build local manufacturing industries and move beyond being suppliers of raw materials and consumers of goods produced elsewhere. Speaking at the opening of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, Ramaphosa said the BRICS block should use shifting global trade patterns, technological advances and climate challenges as an opportunity to build a
Fatal Chaos From Spring Day Festivities Leaves Most In Shock and Disgust
Government has come out strongly condemning the fatal chaos which resulted from Spring Day festivities on Tuesday. What was meant to be a joyful celebration on the 1st of September descended into turmoil as youths lined up the streets, hurling buckets of water at motorists and passersby. This turned fatal in Cullinan, east of Pretoria, where 21-year-old Tshepang Nyathi was stabbed to d
Meeting between various political parties in KZN promotes peace and tolerance ahead of the Local Government Elections
Political parties in KwaZulu-Natal are to meet this month in a summit aimed at promoting peace and tolerance ahead of the Local Government Elections on November 4. Premier Thami Ntuli says the gathering - which will involve parties contesting elections and the Independent Electoral Commission - is in part rallying stakeholders to ensure peaceful, free, and fair elections. This comes in
BOSA promises clean governance
Build One South Africa (BOSA) supporters braved the cold Johannesburg weather to gather at Fairview Primary School to launch the party's first local government election manifesto. Party leader, Dr Mmusi Maimane delivered the keynote address and outlined five key priorities. These include reliable basic services, local jobs and economic growth, safer communities, clean government and accountable le
Africa-China meeting supports Africa agenda towards health security and self reliance
UNAIDS, the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the South Africa National AIDS Council (SANAC) and the Global Health Innovation Institute (GHII) have brought together the Government of South Africa, the Government of China, Chinese pharmaceutical companies and regional and global partners in a major new collaboration to strengthen pharmaceutical manufacturing across Southern Afric
JustMoney: Let your everyday spending earn rewards, not to let rewards dictate your spending
With the cost of living stretching budgets to breaking point, South Africans are increasingly looking for ways to save. Many turn to loyalty programmes, which can be an effective way to cut costs. A loyalty programme is a marketing system that companies use to reward customers who shop or use services repeatedly. For tips on how to maximise loyalty rewards producer Sisanda Jonas spoke to Sar
My Vote Counts calls for stronger political funding disclosures
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has published the latest political party funding disclosures. The disclosures provide details into whom is financing South Africa's political parties ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. In the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, four political parties declared a combined R116.8 million in donations. The Democratic Alliance (DA
Durban Family Is In Nepeal In Search Of Their Daughter
To Nepal now, where more than a week after flashfloods hit, the death toll has continued to climb. More than 1300 people have died, and more than 5,000 are still missing. But there have also been stories of miraculous survivals, as Neha Poonia has the latest details followed by a live chat with F Linda Govender, mother to Terricia Govender who remains part of six South Africans still missing
Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast: IEC would lose credibiliy if it decides to reopen its online candidate nomination system
The ANC has called on the Independent Electoral Commission to urgently investigate technical glitches that it alleges prevented the capturing of its candidates on the Online Candidate Nomination System. This, after the party said it experienced difficulties in submitting its full list of candidates contesting the local government elections. The IEC has denied claims that its Online Candidate Nomin
Springboks Take On The All Blacks At FNB Stadium in Soweto
Springbok captain SiyaKolisi says it is an honour to play at the FNB stadium and pay tribute to Soweto for the role it played in fighting for the freedom he enjoys today. The Springboks will face off against the All Blacks in the third test match of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry hoping to create their own history at the venerable stadium, where they have never beaten the All Blacks. The four test serie
Calls For Communities To Be Active Partners In Mining Intensify
Can mining be sustainable without communities at the table? David Sturmes, Community Voices Programme Director at Mining Indaba says host communities must move from being consulted to becoming active partners in decisions that shape mining projects, livelihoods and local economies. As South Africa's mining sector faces continued pressure to deliver jobs, skills, local development and environ
Madlanga Commission Looms In On Alleged Taxi Cartels
The Madlanga Commission has heard how Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni allegedly raised concerns with then Police Minister Bheki Cele about a cartel he believed was operating from the farm of late taxi boss Mswazi Msibi. Sibanyoni took the stand at the Madlanga Commission on Friday to testify about Msibi, attempted murder accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and murder accused Katiso "KT" Mo
ANC Accepts Apology By Joburg Mayor Dada Morero
President Cyril Ramaphosa says they have accepted the humble apology by Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero for what he says was an unacceptable remarks he made to a community member. Last week Morero lost his temper after he was called a criminal by a resident during a community meeting. The ANC has reprimanded him saying his remarks did not represent it and he had since apologised. Speaking during hi
MKP Battles Expulsions Ahead of the Local Government Elections
The Umkhonto weSizwe party urgently needs to adopt the principles of democracy,or face the risk of performing very badly in this year's local government elections. This is the sentiment of at least two political analysts, commenting on the latest expulsions at the party. Earlier this week, two members of Parliament, Doctor Khanyisile Litchfield-Tshabalala and Pumlani Kubukeli, were expelled
PAC Launches It's Election Manifesto
The PAC has put land and service delivery at the centre of its manifesto ahead of the local government elections. The party on Saturday (29/08) launched its offering to voters in Jabulani Soweto, where it was founded in 1959 by Robert Sobukwe. Leader Mzwanele Nyontso declared that it would continue to struggle against apartheid spatial inequality and ensure the decolonisation of services and space
Couples have until Monday 31 August to register customary marriages
The Department of Home Affairs has given the final warning this week to members of the public to register qualifying customary marriages before the special registration period closes on 31 August 2026 (tomorrow). The special registration period, which began on the 1st of September 2024, enables parties to customary marriages that were not registered within the prescribed period to regularise their
APC and PAC launch their election manifestos today
The Pan Africanist Congress will today launch its election manifesto. Party members will converge at the iconic Soweto Amphitheatre. The party says this is more than a launch but it is a call to action, a programme for communities and a vision for a better future. Meanwhile, the African People's Convention says it has increased its capacity ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections and wa
Illicit trade threatens economy and consumers urged to make informed choices when purchasing goods
The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa (CGCSA) has recently launched its #YourChoiceHasPower campaign. The aim is to bring attention to illicit trading and the impact to the economy. Illicit trade is usually associated with cigarettes, alcohol and counterfeit clothing but the crisis spreads in other areas such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, fuel and chemicals that are also sold on the bl
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia: Police are making progress in the fight against crime
Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia says the fight against organised crime, extortion, kidnapping and gang-related violence remains a major priority. This despite declines in several serious crime categories. He says crime is concentrated in a relatively small number of policing precincts, prompting a decision to prioritise 140 high-crime police stations for targeted operational sup
Gravesite Vandalism Continues To Be a Growing Concern
Gravesite vandalism continues to be a growing concern in South Africa. The Southern Africa Funerals and Tombstones Industry Institute( SAFTII) says there is a rise in grave vandalism, theft at cemeteries, unauthorized grave construction, and damage to gravesite fence. In response to this crisis, SAFTII is launching SAFTII Gravesite Watch. Mpilo Khodi, spokesperson for The Southern Africa Funerals
Review panel currently considering the case involving suspended National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola and 14 others
The State in the case involving suspended National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola and 14 others, says a review panel is currently considering the case against all the accused. Masemola and his co accused appeared in the Pretoria Regional Court on charges relating to the 228-million rand SAPS Medicare24 tender. Masemola faces four charges relating to alleged contraventions of the Public Finan
Dr Zweli Mkhize Calls For Maturity and Willingness to Compromise In Forming Coalition Governments
The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has initiated parliamentary processes which are aimed at providing a legislative framework for the establishment and effective functioning of coalition governments in the country. This follows the introduction of coalition politics in recent years both at municipal and national levels where no one political party has managed
Boks Take On All Black in Cape Town while Pirates Welcome Sekhukhune United in Soweto
South Africa's national rugby team is raring to go in the second test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against New Zealand in Cape Town on Saturday. Having lost the opening Test of the series in Johannesburg last week, backline coach Mzwandile Stick says that their focus in this week's build-up has been about finding solutions as a team and that the squad is in a good space. Samantha Marie has t
Gift of the Givers On Standby To Assist In Nepal following Mud Slide
Humanitarian Aid organisation -the Gift of the Givers - says it is on standby and ready for a possible rescue mission to Nepal following devasting flash floods which resulted in the death of over 500 people with almost two-thousand more still missing. Amongst the missing are six South Africans, including 33 year old Terricia Govender from Isipingo, South of Durban. Founder of the Gift of the Gift
Sunday Discussion: What will it take to end political killings in the country?
The killing of three ANC members in Knysna has raised concerns about political violence ahead of the local government elections. Western Cape Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Sizakhele Dyantyi and Provincial Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais have visited the scenes of the killings, as police intensify their investigation and step up security in the town. A short
The family of slain two time world boxing champion, Zolani Tete are struggling to come to terms with his murder
The family of slain two time world boxing champion, Zolani "Lastborn" Tete are struggling to come to terms with his murder. The 38 year old was gunned down in front of his home in Mdantsane, bringing a tragic end to his boxing career. He was currently preparing to make his return to the ring on the 29th of November after serving a four year doping suspension. His death has sent shockwaves through
ANC Gears Up For Election Manifest Launch in Diesploot
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa will unveil his party's much vaunted election manifesto at Riverside Park in Diepsloot north of Johannesburg later this morning. This is preceded by the announcement of the party's nominees for mayoral positions in eight metros and 22 secondary cities on *YESTERDAY. Instead of unveiling its mayoral candidates, the ANC chose to reveal the names of people who have been
My Vote Counts questions whether Parliament can meet its constitutional obligations without rushing the process of the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill
The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) met last week to discuss the process to be followed in handling the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill, also referred to as the Coalitions Bill. The Bill aims to provide a clear legislative framework for the formation of coalition governments and to establish mechanisms to minimise coalition-related challenges
Higher Education Department Intervenes in CPUT impasse
The Central Student Representative Council of Cape Peninsula University of Technology has called for an investigation into the financial management at the Institution. This comes amid the suspension of the academic programme following weeks of student protests. In response, the management instructed the students to leave their residences. Among the numerous issues the SRC raised includes the safet
Today marks the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Beliefs
INTRO: Today marks the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Beliefs. Established by the United Nations, this day calls the world to remember those who have suffered because of their faith or conscience, and to renew the global commitment to protect freedom of religion or belief for every person. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Magdalene G
Analysis: Political tensions in Zambia denting election results
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected for a second term. Results released by the election commission in the early hours of Tuesday this week , revealed that Hichilema received roughly around 60% of valid votes, compared to the 38 percent of his main challenger, Brian Mundubile. His re-election gives him a fresh mandate to continue his economic programme, but also brings r
NPA Drops Charges Against Crime Intelligence Head, Dumisani Khumalo
Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo, says he will not be deterred and will continue to serve South Africa. His comment comes after the National Prosecuting Authority withdrew the fraud and corruption charges against him and his six others. The formal retraction happened during their appearance in the Pretoria Magistrates Court. Khumalo's legal representative is Sihle Hlongwane...
ICASA identifies regulatory failure in satellite spectrum licensing following inquiry
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) says it has identified regulatory failure in satellite spectrum licensing following an inquiry. The Authority says this has led to it drafting amendments to the Radio Frequency Spectrum Regulations of 2015, and the Radio Frequency Spectrum Fees Regulations of 2010. The Ammendments aim to enable direct-to-device satellite connectivity
ANC To Announce Mayoral Candidates Ahead of Election Manifesto Launch in Diepsloot
The ANC will finally announce its much-anticipated councillor and mayoral candidates for the November 4 elections in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, later this morning (Saturday 22 August). Close attention will be paid to those named as candidates for the eight metros and the 44 district municipalities or secondary cities. After the announcement of its mayoral candidates, party president Cyril Ram
Springboks Take On The All Blacks at Ellis Park in Johannesburg
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry kicks off in earnest on *TODAY at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, when South Africa and New Zealand meet in the first of four test matches. It is the 111th meeting between the two sides, and while the Boks may be considered favorites going into this game, a clash between these two sides will always go down to the wire. Earlier we caught up with our reporter, Simon Burke...
Phakama Women's Academy welcomes its 12th annual intake
As we continue to highlight inspiring stories this womens month. The Phakama Women's Academy (PWA), has officially welcomed its Class of 2026, marking the 12th annual intake of 22 young women being prepared for the working world. These 22 students join a network of more than 200 young women who have graduated from the programme since its inception in 2014. The Academy aims to bridge the gap
CASA calling for a review and modernisation of the National Credit Act fee caps
A new study by the Credit Association of South Africa (CASA) shows that failure to review credit fee caps has reduced financial inclusion, strengthened illegal lending and is costing South Africa hundreds of billions in economic activity. Credit fee caps are legal limits set by governments or regulators on the maximum interest rates, initiation fees, and monthly service charges that financia
SACP to launch election manifesto today
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) has announced its mayoral candidates for the 2026 Local Government Election. The Party' deputy president, Wayne Thring, is the ACDP's prefered candidate for the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality. Bishop Dulton Adams is the party's mayoral candidate for the City of Johannesburg. The ACDP president, the Reverend Kenneth Meshoe, made the announcement at
Rhodes University to host Samora Machel symposium
Forty years after the death of Mozambique's founding president and liberation icon Samora Machel, Rhodes University will bring together members of the Machel family, prominent African thinkers and liberation veterans. The two-day symposium will interrogate the contemporary meaning of Machel's ideas around social justice, anti-imperialism, education, cultural liberation, popular partici
HEALA calls for stronger diabetes prevention measures
South Africa is facing a profound shift in its health crisis, with diabetes now emerging as the country's leading reported cause of death, overtaking long-standing infectious disease threats such as tuberculosis (TB) and HIV in the latest official mortality statistics. According to the latest available Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) Mortality and Causes of Death report for 2023, diabetes accou
Government says South Africa is ready to host SADC Summit
The South African Government says is ready to host the 46th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Development Community, with dignitaries and Heads of State and Government beginning to arrive in the country.Government says Preparations are complete for the summit, which is scheduled for 16–17 August 2026 will take place at the Durban International Convention Centre.Durban motorists are bei
Shell judgment raises SA’s economic future questions: Professor Bond
South Africa's Constitutional Court has blocked energy giant Shell from renewing its offshore oil and gas exploration rights along the Wild Coast. The landmark ruling ends a multi-year legal battle led by local fishing communities and environmental groups over flawed public consultation processes and marine protection. In a majority decision, the country's highest court overturned a 2024 judgment
Cameroon’s experience could edge Malawi in WAFCON Final: Analyst
Today's WAFCON final in Morocco sees Cameroon face Malawi, with both sides chasing a historic continental title. Malawi's remarkable run has already secured their first-ever Women's World Cup qualification. In the Premiership, Chippa United host Orlando Pirates at Kings Park Stadium in Durban, rather than the Eastern Cape. Kick-off is at 3pm. In the Currie Cup, the Bulls host the Cheetahs at Loftu
TAPSOSA warns criminals are infiltrating private security industry
Involvement of criminal actors in the private security industry raises questions about industries' management of firearms. This is according to David Bruce , Independent Researcher and Institute for Security Studies (ISS) Consultant. He says that the private security industry has been expanding at a dramatic rate and that criminals also use private security companies to access legal firearms. He c
Downsizing may no longer guarantee financial security in retirement: Grant Smee
Downsizing has long been part of the traditional retirement playbook: sell the large family home, buy something smaller and use the remaining equity to help fund retirement. But for a growing number of South Africans, that equation may no longer add up. With 74% of middle-income retirees reporting higher-than-expected living costs, retirees face an additional challenge, the home they planned
Missing ballots could trigger electoral dispute in Zambia: Analyst
The Electoral Commission of Zambia has resumed counting votes in the presidential and parliamentary elections after an earlier suspension. The suspension followed reports of violence against election officials and the alleged theft of ballot papers. The commission says the security threat has now been contained, but has not confirmed whether the alleged stolen ballots could affect the final result
SAHRC Joint Inquiry Seeks Answers on Systemic Gender-Based Violence Failures
Three Chapter 9 institutions have joined forces in a joint National Inquiry into South Africa's criminal justice system response to Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. The Commission for Gender Equality, the South African Human Rights Commission and the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities say the inquiry seeks to identif
OUTA says NSFAS needs stability, warns instability could disrupt progress made
The Pretoria High Court has suspended Professor Hlengani Mathebula's appointment as NSFAS administrator and restored the remaining seven board members, pending the final review. Seven NSFAS board members approached the High Court challenging Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela's decision to dissolve the NSFAS board and place the scheme under administration and appoint Mathebula as
Maserumule says economic independence helps women escape abuse.
Mercia Maserumule, Co-Founder and Director of Nyamukara Empowerment NPC, says economic independence is crucial in helping women escape abusive relationships. She says the organisation works with survivors of gender-based violence, including women in shelters and those who have left shelters. Maserumule says Nyamukara Empowerment provides accredited skills training and digital literacy to help
Maseko: Women seek power to shape the table.
SABC News senior reporter, speaking to SAfm’s Bongiwe Zwane from the Union Buildings, says women are not only fighting for a seat at the table; they are fighting for the power to shape the table. President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at today’s National Women’s Day commemoration at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The event marks 70 years since more than
Deputy Minister urges equal funding for women's sports.
Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe is calling on the media to amplify calls for equality in sport. She says women’s national teams should receive funding comparable to their male counterparts. Mabe is also urging corporate sponsors that fund men’s sport to invest equally in women’s sport. Mabe was speaking to Bongiwe Zwane during the Women’s Day
Five people, including a woman, shot dead in Langa on the Cape Flats.
Five people including a woman have been gunned down in a mass shooting in Langa on the Cape Flats.The attack occurred on Saturday night.Police spokesperson Andre Traut says officers responded to a complaint of a shooting at a house in Phase 3, Langa, where they found the victims.The victims sustained gunshot wounds and were declared diseased at the scene. The motive for the attack is currently unk
Women in STEM sectors drive solutions to societal challenges
The National Women's Day commemorations this year takes place under the theme _"Empowered Women, Empower Nations and today our Sunday morning discussion puts the spotlight on women in STEM. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We zoom in on the strides and contributions of women in STEM sectors and what the challenges are. For more we spoke to Puleng Tsie, Manag
Minister Chikunga urges employers to eliminate gender pay disparities.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at today's National Women's Day commemoration at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The event marks 70 years since more than 20-thousand women marched against apartheid pass laws. This year's theme is "Empowered Women, Empower Nations", with a focus on improving women's access to quality healthcare. Women's Month also highlights challe
