First Take SA
First Take SA is a news and current affairs podcast from SAfm, the South African Broadcasting Corporation's national radio station. It covers current events, politics, and social issues affecting South Africa. Episodes typically feature analysis and interviews tied to the day's news. The show is produced in South Africa for a South African audience.
Episodes
Joburg Mayor Morero insists Johannesburg's water system is stable.
Johannesburg Mayor, Dada Morero, says Jo'burg Water is not in a crisis as the system remains stable. Morero briefed the media on the city's water challenges, after the South African Human Rights Commission released it's report into the systemic failures in Gauteng's water and sanitation services. The SAHRC found ageing infrastructure, poor maintenance, leakages and weak accountability as some of t
Court finds two accused guilty in Pres Ramaphosa farm theft.
Two of people in the Phala Phala game farm theft have been found guilty by the Modimolle regional court in Limpopo. Imanuwela David and Froliana Joseph have been found guilty of stealing more than 580 thousand US dollars at President Cyril Ramaphosa's farm in February 2020. Magistrate Peter Manthata says cellphone records provided sufficient evidence linking the convicts, David and accused Florian
President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended South Africa's multi-party democracy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended South Africa's multi-party democracy, saying the growth in political parties reflects the democratic principle that "the people shall govern." Ramaphosa made the comments during a visit to the PSL offices in Parktown, Johannesburg, where he met with its chairperson, Dr Irvin Khoza. He also encouraged South Africans to participate in the upcoming elections, sa
Matipandile Sotheni's murder case transferred to the High Court.
The case against former SAPS Special Task Force member, Matipandile Sotheni, has been transferred to the High Court from the Brakpan Magistrate's Court, east of Johannesburg. Sotheni faces seven charges, including murder and conspiracy to commit murder, in connection with the killing of Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Van der Merwe was shot and kille
AfriForum blames President Ramaphosa’s government for SA’s AGOA removal.
The South African government says it is working to limit the impact of the United States' decision to remove the country from the AGOA trade programme. Trade Minister Parks Tau says government is expanding export opportunities in Africa, India, the European Union and China to protect jobs. He says AGOA remains important, but most South African exports to the US already enter under standard WTO tra
Ombud warns shoppers about rising digital banking fraud.
With Black Friday around the corner, consumers are being warned about a new and worrying scam in which fraudsters use facial recognition and selfie verification to gain access to victims' banking profiles. The National Financial Ombud Scheme says digital banking fraud is on the rise, and shoppers need to treat their biometric information with the same caution as passwords, PINs and one-time passwo
Victor Kgomoeswana discusses the latest African economic stories and business developments.
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back.
COSATU warns AGOA exit threatens agricultural and manufacturing jobs.
Trade union federation COSATU is demanding an emergency government intervention after the United States officially removed South Africa from the duty-free African Growth and Opportunity Act trade programme, AGOA. The federation warns that the decision, effective in January next year, directly threatens thousands of vulnerable agricultural and manufacturing jobs across the country. Elvis Presslin s
DA lawyers challenge IEC over delayed ballot deliveries.
DA lawyers have written to the IEC over ballot paper delivery delays during special voting at stations across the country. The party says the delays affected stations in the Western Cape, Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal. The DA is demanding assurances on timelines and measures to protect affected voters, and wants an urgent Party Liaison Committee meeting. Elvis Presslin spoke to
Blind voters still face barriers to secret ballots: Blind SA:
The final day of special voting is underway across the country, as the IEC accommodates eligible voters ahead of tomorrow's election. Advocacy groups say blind and visually impaired voters still face immense hurdles to vote independently. While yesterday's rollout was aimed at easing participation, they report structural and logistical challenges continue to compromise constitutional rights. Elvis
Former Bosasa COO Angelo Agrizzi appeals order to repay R1.6 billion.
Former Bosasa COO Angelo Agrizzi is appealing a Pretoria High Court order to pay the state over 1.6 billion rand following his corruption conviction. Speaking to our senior producer Ronald Phiri, Agrizzi argues the multi-billion-rand figure represents Bosasa's total correctional services contract turnover rather than personal funds he received as an employee...
Women remain underrepresented in local government elections, says Gender Commission.
The Commission for Gender Equality will deploy monitors across the country during the 2026 Local Government Elections. The Commission says the focus is on whether all South Africans, especially women and other vulnerable groups, can participate freely and without discrimination. The deployment comes as special voting concludes today and the country heads into the main election tomorrow. Elvi
Barberton Community Party pledges support for education sector if elected to power.
President of the Barberton Community Party in Mpumalanga, Ayanda Magagula, says his party will prioritise giving necessary support to the education sector should they be elected to power in the local government elections. This is after his party handed out stationery to children from needy families during their election campaign in Barberton. Magagula says they have also noted that the lack of cle
Gauteng steps up interventions to address gender-based violence.
Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi says there's progress implementing the interventions aimed at tackling Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. The interventions include deploying more than one-thousand GBV response teams across 122 high-risk areas, adding 56 social workers to strengthen the seven specialised sexual offences courts and improving support services for survivors. This follows a spate of w
NATJOINTS puts security measures in place for elections.
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says it is ready to safeguard the 2026 Local Government Elections, with security measures in place across all nine provinces. NATJOINTS says 139 dockets related to electoral crime have been opened since the commencement of the 2026 Local Government Elections process. Voting stations have undergone security assessments, while pol
KwaNkunzi youngsters may skip voting to search for gold.
Some youngsters in the KwaNkunzi area of oPhongolo in the far north of KwaZulu-Natal, say they might not vote on Wednesday. This as they spend their days digging for gold in an abandoned mine in the vicinity. To avoid conflict and congestion underground, they work in shifts. Each group is allocated about 12 hours to operate, then have to make way for the next group. They say they'd rather use thei
The Western Cape IEC says it is ready for elections.
The Independent Electoral Commission in the Western Cape says it is ready for the upcoming local government elections . The Commission officially launched its Provincial Results Operations Centre, in Century City Today. Special voting starts on Monday until Tuesday. Yamkela Mtshiyo reports.
Johannesburg residents plan protest over ongoing water outages.
Disgruntled residents and civic activists will protest outside Johannesburg Water's head offices at Turbine Hall this morning. The demonstration is over ongoing water shortages and unequal access to services. Elvis Presslin spoke to Executive Manager of WaterCAN, Dr. Ferrial Adam...
Movement for Care calls for investigation after toddler dies in open stormwater drain.
Cape Town is in mourning after a one-year-old child drowned in an open stormwater drain in Samora Machel. The tragedy has sparked outrage, with the Movement for CARE alleging the infrastructure was left exposed by a City of Cape Town contractor. The advocacy group states this incident exposes a systemic failure in municipal safety and a pattern of hazardous public spaces. They are demanding immedi
Gauteng school transport strike affects 100,000 learners: Gauteng Small Bus Operators Council
Thousands of Gauteng learners will be stranded this morning as scholar transport operators suspend services over unpaid fees. The Gauteng Small Bus Operators Council and the Congress of South African Students, COSAS halted operations following unresolved payment disputes with authorities. COSAS warns the shutdown threatens academic fairness, as stranded students risk missing critical end-of-year e
Nelson Mandela Children's Fund raises concern over violence against South African children
The Nelson Mandela Children's Fund and the Department of Social Development have launched Children's Month 2026. This year's theme is "Safe to Play. Free to Thrive" and focuses on protecting children's rights and safe spaces for play. The campaign comes as many children still face violence, poverty and limited recreational opportunities. Activities will run through November towards World Children'
Kathrada Foundation has urged mayoral candidates running for the City of Jo'burg's top post to serve the people first
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation has urged mayoral candidates running for the City of Jo'burg's top post, to serve the people first, should they be elected. The Jo'burg Crisis Alliance, or JCA made up of civic organizations and advocacy groups like OUTA, the Kathrada Foundation and WATER CAN, engaged with political parties' representatives and mayoral candidates in Johannesburg to communicate t
Durban announced as the city of choice for the 2036 or 2040 Sumer Olympics and Paralympics
South Africa has taken an important step towards making Olympic Games history, with Durban announced as its host city of choice for the 2036 or 2040 Sumer Olympics and Paralympics. If successful, South Africa would become the first African country to host the world's biggest multi-sports event, opening the door to new opportunities for sport and the continent. With the South African Sport Confeder
SASSA suspends KZN Executive Manager Thamo Mzobe
The South African Social Security Agency, SASSA, has announced the precautionary suspension of its KwaZulu-Natal Regional Executive Manager, Thamo Mzobe, with immediate effect. According to the agency, the suspension relates to matters dating back to Mzobe's tenure as Chief Executive Officer of the National Development Agency and follows a request from the NDA and the Department of Social Developm
Cachalia asks Cabinet to approve the appointment of KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as head of the Hawks
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has asked Cabinet to approve the appointment of KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as head of the Hawks. A formal memorandum has been submitted and will be tabled at an upcoming Cabinet sitting. Lieutenant-General Siphesihle Nkosi has been acting in the position since Godfrey Lebeya retired in May last year. Mkhwanazi made headlines in July l
EFF launch urgent Gauteng High Court application to uncover an alleged covert state intelligence operation targeting their parliamentary caucus
The EFF have launched an urgent Gauteng High Court application to uncover an alleged covert state intelligence operation targeting their parliamentary caucus. The party is demanding immediate access to official trial records, transcripts and exhibits from the high-profile criminal case involving Patrick Mshothola and Thulani Dlomo. This legal move follows recent courtroom testimony revealing that
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back
South Africa will not impose blanket ban on poultry imports from Brazil
South Africa will not impose a blanket ban on poultry imports from Brazil following an outbreak of Newcastle disease in Santa Catarina. The Department of Agriculture says trade will continue under strict veterinary certification to protect local animal health. The decision is aimed at maintaining a stable supply of poultry products. It has implications for farmers, importers and consumers. To expl
Police intensify engagements ahead of next week's local government elections
The Police Ministry says it has intensified engagements to ensure next week's local government elections take place in a safe and secure environment. The ministry says it is receiving regular briefings from SAPS top management and the NATJOINTS on readiness and coordination. It has also met with Premiers, MECs for Community Safety and the private security industry through PSiRA. The ministry says
Taxpayers have paid abut R2. 7 million towards the legal costs of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu who remains on special leave
Taxpayers have paid about R2.7 million towards the legal costs of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu who stll remains on special leave. Meanwhile Professor Firoz Cachalia serves as Acting Police Minister. The Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Police, Ian Cameron, says President Cyril Ramaphosa must act to end what he describes as a costly arrangement. Mkhokheli Bandla filed this r
IEC declared its results system fit for purpose
With just a week to go before South Africans go to the polls on 4 November, the IEC has declared its results system fit for purpose. The Electoral Commission launched the National Results Operations Centre, colloquially known as the ROC, in Midrand Johannesburg. The ROC will serve as the engine room for the capture and release of results from 23 thousand voting stations across the country. It will
Department of Health encourages residents to continue prioritizing mental well-being
As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the Gauteng Department of Health is encouraging residents to continue prioritizing mental well-being, challenging stigma and seeking help when needed. The department says mental health support remains available throughout the year at public healthcare facilities across the province. We spoke to Radisha Sukhlal, a Deputy Director at the Mental Heal
Home Affairs to extend operating hours ahead of next week's local government elections
The Department of Home Affairs will extend operating hours to help voters ahead of next week's local government elections. From the 2nd to the 4th of November, offices will be open from 8 in the morning until 6 in the evening. We spoke to Ndileka Cola, Home Affairs Head of Communications
SALGA urges South Africans to turn out in numbers for next week's local government elections
The South African Local Government Association, SALGA, is urging South Africans to turn out in numbers for next week's local government elections. The association says Wednesday, the 4th of November, is a chance to elect ethical and capable leaders for the seventh administration. This as the newly launched Revised White Paper seeks to fix infrastructure and strengthen accountability in municipalit
Mbeki: "Next week's local government elections are likely to produce hung municipalities"
Former President Thabo Mbeki says next week's local government elections are likely to produce hung municipalities. He says coalitions will be unavoidable in some areas where no party secures an outright majority. Mbeki has called on South Africans to participate fully in the electoral process.
Freedom of Religion South Africa has put political parties on the record regarding faith and state regulation ahead of next week's local government elections
Freedom of Religion South Africa has put political parties on the record regarding faith and state regulation ahead of next week's local government elections. The advocacy organisation surveyed parliamentary parties to unpack their stances on the CRL Rights Commission's legislative processes. Group leaders say the initiative aims to empower voters with factual positions rather than endorsing any s
Electoral Court approaches local government elections without a full permanent complement
South Africa's Electoral Court will go into next week's local government elections without a full permanent complement. This after the Judicial Service Commission concluded its October interviews for superior courts, with the Electoral Court absent from the process. The JSC reportedly failed to shortlist enough candidates for the vacancies. Judges Matter Researcher and Advocacy officer, Mbekezeli
Heavy rains have left four children stranded near the Mthatha River in the Eastern Cape
King Sabata Dalindyebo Municipality Mayor Mkhanyiseni Dudumayo says rescue teams are working to reach four children stranded near the Mthatha River. This after heavy rains triggered widespread flooding and damaged infrastructure across parts of the Eastern Cape. The Mayor says conditions remain difficult but teams are on the ground. Authorities are urging residents to avoid low-lying areas as more
Hazyview residents concerned over water the shortages
Residents in Sandriver trust, near Hazyview in Mpumalanga have raised concerns over the shortage of water in the area. The residents say they rely on water tankers from the Mbombela Municipality. Some of the residents allege that they now have to buy water from private water tankers since the municipal one's take time to supply them with water. They also stated that the municipal water tanke
Trial of alleged criminal kingpin Katiso Molefe postponed to 19 July next year
The trial of alleged criminal kingpin - Katiso Molefe - has been postponed to the 19th of July next year at the High Court in Johannesburg. Molefe, and his three co-accused face several murder charges relating to the fatal shooting of Oupa "Dj Sumbody" Sefoka and his two bodyguards, Vereeniging Engineer Armand Swart and Hector Buthelezi, more popularly known as Dj Vintos. Molefe is charged alongsi
Former Vlakplaas commander Eugene de Kock wants former President FW de Klerk's Nobel Peace Prize to be recalled
Former Vlaakplaas Commander, Eugene De Kock has blamed the NPA for the failure to prosecute TRC cases. He says that although he made it clear that he was willing to provide information on crimes committed by the Security Branch no one from the NPA ever asked him to do so. De Kok is testifying on day 99 of the TRC Cases Inquiry taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg. Busi Bopela reports
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva secures fourth non-consecutive term in office
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has made history, winning the presidential runoff to secure a fourth, non-consecutive term in office. In his victory speech, Lula vowed to govern for all Brazilians, promising to involve the people in his government's decision-making. However, his opponent, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro rejected the result and is seeking to have the runoff election annulled
Mamelodi Taxi Leader Makes History With International Doctorate For Peace And Leadership.
Taxi industry leader Dr. Ben Maredi has made history as the first person in South Africa's taxi sector to receive a doctorate. He was awarded the Canonical Degree of Doctor of Greatness at the World Greatness Awards in Nairobi on Friday for his work in promoting peace, unity and accountable leadership. Maredi is the Chairperson of the Mamelodi Amalgamated Taxi Association, MATA and President of th
Portfolio Committees on Home Affairs Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs satisfied with the readiness of the IEC for the local government elections
The Portfolio Committees on Home Affairs, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs as well as the Select Committee on Security and Justice are satisfied with the readiness of the IEC for the local government elections. The three committees conducted a oversight visit to the headquarters of the Commission in Centurion, Gauteng. Abongwe Kobokana reports.
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back
Motor Industry Staff Association calls for urgent reforms police vehicle that was allegedly stripped of major components
The Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA, is calling for urgent reforms after a Gauteng High Court ruled that the Minister of Police is liable for a vehicle that was allegedly stripped of major components while being held in a SAPS storage facility. The case has raised serious concerns about the security of vehicles in police custody, accountability within law enforcement, and the impact of the
Justice Minister says government needs to ensure proper registration of NGOs operating in the country
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says government is moving to ensure proper registration of NGOs operating in the country. Briefing the media yesterday, Minister Kubayi said the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration is also working to resolve conflicting court rulings on the handling of asylum seekers. This includes whether asylum seekers should be arrested or have their status legalised witho
Information Regulator fines Central Johannesburg TVET College R500 000 and First National Bank R1 million for violating POPIA
The Information Regulator has fined Central Johannesburg TVET College R500 000 and First National Bank R1 million for violating POPIA. The college is accused of unlawfully sharing personal information of three people and failing to comply with an enforcement notice. FNB was fined after customer information including account numbers was exposed on its digital home loan platform. The Regulator says
Human Sciences Research Council calls on voters to take part in its Election Satisfaction Survey during the local government elections
The Human Sciences Research Council is calling on voters to take part in its Election Satisfaction Survey during the local government elections on November 4th. The survey will be conducted at 300 voting stations across the country, targeting 15 000 voters. It aims to assess whether the elections are free and fair and how efficiently the IEC is operating. The survey marks 30 years since the first
Former Vlakplaas commander Eugene de Kock wants former President FW de Klerk's Nobel Peace Prize to be recalled
Former Vlakplaas commander Eugene de Kock has called for former President FW de Klerk's Nobel Peace Prize to be recalled. Testifying at the TRC Cases Inquiry, De Kock expressed strong disapproval over the award, citing De Klerk's alleged involvement in ordering the killing of five children in Umtata. We spoke to FF Plus Leader, Dr. Corné Mulder.
Government intensifies its efforts to root out ghost workers
Parliament's Public Service Committee is demanding accountability in government's efforts to root out ghost workers, saying those responsible must be identified and prosecuted. This follows Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's announcement that thousands of high-risk cases have been flagged for further verification across the public service. Mkhokheli Bandla reports.
Some Johannesburg residents without water for weeks
Some residents of Ivory Park in Johannesburg say they are tired of living with inconsistent water supply. They say they have been experiencing little to no water for the past five weeks. According to the community, they are now forced to rely on water tankers or buy water on a daily basis. Neria Hlakotsa filed this report.
Ramaphosa concerned about political killings
ANC President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has decried the political killings that have rocked some parts of the country recently. Last week, four ANC members were killed in Katlehong, east of Johannesburg and two in Umgababa in Kwa Zulu-Natal. They were allegedly killed by members of rival parties. Speaking during his party's campaign trail in Soweto on Sunday, President Ramaphosa said political parties mus
SADTU focuses on Mother-Tongue Based Bilingual Education
Teachers' union SADTU is set to start training master trainers for Mother-Tongue Based Bilingual Education today. The first group of 90 trainers from five provinces will meet in Isando, Gauteng. The union says 180 master trainers will be trained in total. The programme aims to reach 5,000 intermediate phase teachers across the country. We spoke to SADTU National Spokesperson, Nomusa Cembi
SAFTU stands in global solidarity with workers to defend Lula's social gains as Brazil counts its final presidential ballots
Millions of Brazilians cast their votes to choose between da Silva and Bolsonaro. The South African Federation of Trade Unions, SAFTU threw its weight behind Lula, warning that a conservative victory threatens global worker solidarity. We spoke to SAFTU General Secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi.
Police in the Eastern Cape on the hunt for two suspects who killed Mbhashe councillor Ernest Fipaza at his home in Dutywa
Police in the Eastern Cape are hunting two suspects who killed Mbhashe councillor Ernest Fipaza at his home in Dutywa on Friday night. Police say the suspects argued with the 63-year-old before shooting him dead. They then allegedly held his son at gunpoint and broke open a safe to look for a firearm. Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Vuyisile Ncata has condemned the killing and deployed
SASSA intensifies internal crackdown on corruption dismissing 65 officials
The South African Social Security Agency, SASSA has intensified its internal crackdown on corruption, dismissing sixty-five officials since April last year. This follows the latest firing of four workers found guilty of serious misconduct, which management says proves its anti-fraud strategy is working. The Eastern Cape registered the highest number of casualties with nineteen dismissals, followed
Members of the so-called Guardrail Mafia to appear in the KwaDukuza Magistrates Court this morning
Members of the so-called Guardrail Mafia are appearing in the KwaDukuza Magistrates Court this morning. They were arrested for allegedly stealing guardrails worth millions. KZN Transport MEC Siboniso Duma has commended police and prosecutors for the arrests. Duma says the theft of guardrails has led to the deaths of road users. We spoke to KZN Human Settlements and Transport Spokesperson, Ndabezin
Police seize cocaine worth more than R200 million at OR Tambo International Airport
Police have seized cocaine worth more than R200 million at OR Tambo International Airport. Five bags containing 216 blocks weighing around 250 kilograms were intercepted. National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has praised the joint team from SAPS, SARS Customs and the Border Management Authority. The bust comes as 116 drug mules have been arrested at the airport in the past two years
President Cyril Ramaphosa launches a sweeping overhaul of local government
President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched a sweeping overhaul of local government, admitting too many municipalities are failing to deliver basic services. Speaking in Boksburg yesterday, he said the revised White Paper marks a bold reset of the 1998 blueprint to tackle corruption, infrastructure decay and collapsing services. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA has welcomed the blu
Municipal funding and management set to change
The way municipalities are funded and managed is set to change significantly. Government has set in motion moves to overhaul the local government system. This, with the launch of the Cabinet-approved revised White Paper on Local Government 2026. SABC News Economics Reporter, Nosipho Radebe, has more
Godongwana says the temporary fuel levy relief is not a political stunt
Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has hit back at accusations that the announced temporary fuel levy relief is a political stunt aimed at winning votes ahead of next month's local government elections. Some opposition parties criticised the Minister's Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, claiming the timing of the three-Rand per litre diesel reduction and one-Rand-50 petrol relief-set to take e
uMkhonto weSizwe Party removes Sibonelo Nomvalo as its Secretary-General
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has removed Sibonelo Nomvalo as its Secretary-General. The party says the decision relates to concerns including internal factionalism and dual remuneration. Nomvalo is the eighth person to hold the position since the party was formed in 2023. Lindiwe Mtshali has been appointed as acting Secretary-General. SABC News reporter Samkele Maseko spoke to Oliver Dickson
The case of North West businessman Suliman Carrim postponed to 30th October
A case of attempted theft of motor vehicles, fraud and uttering against a North West businessman Suliman Carrim has been postponed to the 30th of this month at the Musina District court in Limpopo. Carrim joined his two employees who were arrested at the Beitbridge border in July. The two were trying to take two vehicles that allegedly belong to Carrim to Zimbabwe, using fraudulent documents. Carr
The Rural Health Advocacy Project welcomes Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's focus on efficiencies in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement.
The Rural Health Advocacy Project has welcomed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's focus on efficiencies in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. Executive Director Russell Rensburg says while government's efficiency drive is gaining traction, better spending must translate into improved access to healthcare. He says recent allocations, including over 500-million-rand to the District Health Pro
Some parts of the country grapple with water contamination
A cascading water contamination crisis is sweeping across Gauteng and the Eastern Cape, leaving hundreds of residents hospitalized and multiple municipal networks compromised. From unchlorinated municipal systems in Tshwane to raw sewage spilling into Pretoria's reservoirs and unexplained gastrointestinal outbreaks at universities and prisons in the Eastern Cape, bulk infrastructure failures are a
KZN police investigate the murder of a foreign national was allegedly assaulted to death in the Durban CBD
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have opened a murder case after a foreign national was allegedly assaulted to death in the Durban CBD yesterday. According to police, the man believed to be in his late 30s was approached by two men who had broken away from a group marching on Dr Pixley KaSeme Street, before a group of about 50 people allegedly attacked him. He was declared dead at the scene. Police say the
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back
Madlanga Commission does not have the power to declassify documents relating to Dr Ntandazo Sifolo's evidence.
Madlanga Commission evidence leader, Advocate Matthew Chaskalson, has argued that the Commission does not have the power to declassify documents relating to Dr Ntandazo Sifolo's evidence. Sifolo is the Acting Co-ordinator of the National Intelligence Co-ordinating Committee. The evidence leaders have applied for his testimony to be heard in camera, a move opposed by three media organisations: amaB
Growing concerns about the mental health toll of academic pressure
As thousands of matriculants sit for their final examinations, concerns are growing about the mental health toll of academic pressure. Learners from Durban say expectations from parents, teachers and themselves can become overwhelming, while some are struggling with anxiety and uncertainty about their future. The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department has partnered with digital mental health service p
COSATU says government missed yet another opportunity to tackle unemployment, poverty and declining growth
The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU says government has missed another opportunity to tackle unemployment, poverty and weak growth in yesterday's Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. COSATU says while debt must be stabilised, austerity and early retirement packages will not unlock the three-percent growth needed to cut the 43.8 percent unemployment rate. The federation has however w
Controversial businessman Suliman Carrim expected to appear in the Musina Magistrate's Court today
Controversial businessman Suliman Carrim is expected to appear in the Musina Magistrate's Court today. He is facing additional charges of money laundering and vehicle theft. The cases follow the interception of two financed vehicles at the Beitbridge border post in Musina in July, allegedly en route to Malawi with fraudulent bank documents. Two suspects arrested at the time remain in custody. We s
Motor Industry Staff Association welcomes fuel levy relief
The Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA has welcomed the fuel levy relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, calling it a hard-won victory for workers. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a levy cut of three-rand for diesel and one-rand-fifty for petrol from the fourth of November to the first of December, with smaller reductions until January. The union says lower di
ActionSA expresses disappointment at Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's short-term fuel relief measures
ActionSA has expressed disappointment at Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's short-term fuel relief measures announced in yesterday's Medium Term Budget Policy Statement. The party says the ten-billion-rand temporary levy cut expiring on the first of January fails to address the cost-of-living crisis and deep economic problems. We spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament.
FEDUSA welcomes the short-term fuel price relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement
The Federation of Unions of South Africa, FEDUSA has welcomed the short-term fuel price relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a temporary fuel levy reduction of three-rand per litre for diesel and one-rand-fifty for petrol from the fourth of November. FEDUSA says while the holiday season reprieve is welcome, fiscal stability must t
South Africa and Uganda look to boost trade, investment and regional co-operation
South Africa and Uganda are looking to boost trade, investment and regional co-operation. During an interview after their talks in Pretoria, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, Ronald Lamola, and his co-chair Uganda's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Adonia Ayebare, have highlighted economic partnerships, easier travel and energy security as priorities for s
A look at the challenges of new and smaller political parties ahead of the upcoming elections
Political funding and citizen-led interventions have taken the spotlight as small and new political parties prepare for the upcoming local government elections. We speak to The South African Mass Movement (SAMMO), African People's Convention (APC) and MOVESA, on the realities they are faced with as the country prepares for the November fourth polls. Zara Groenewald reports
Legal Aid South Africa workers protest outside the Department of Justice in Pretoria
The protest turned tense as anger boiled over outside the Department of Justice in Pretoria as Legal Aid South Africa workers were told the Minister of Justice failed to meet them to receive their memorandum, despite allegedly being informed months ago. The workers say unresolved grievances, including frozen vacancies, excessive workloads, salary disparities and the retirement age of 60, are under
Case against controversial businessman Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni and his three co-accused postponed to 20 April 2027
The case against controversial businessman Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni and his three co-accused, is postponed to the 20th of April, 2027 for further investigations. The four men appeared on Tuesday before the Delmas Magistrates' Court in Mpumalanga. The accused face allegations of demanding more than 2.2-million-rand in protection fees from a mining businessman over several years. Thato Letsaba
Political parties want Finance Minister to address high fuel costs when he tables the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement today
Some of the political parties represented in Parliament say they want Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to take into consideration, the current high fuel costs when he tables the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement in Parliament today. Abongwe Kobokana reports. We also spoke to Dr. Joe Maswanganyi, ANC MP and Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Finance
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