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10:53

SADAG launches campaign marking World Mental Health Day

First Take SA ·

2025/10/10

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group is launching a nationwide campaign today to mark World Mental Health Day, themed "Together for Mental Health." With one in three South Africans likely to face a mental illness in their lifetime, and nine out of ten lacking access to treatment, the issue is critical. SADAG is partnering with government, businesses, schools, and communities to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and drive action for better mental health support. To discuss this further, Elvis

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6:49

Senzo Mchunu's Chief of Staff says raids done to...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/10

The Chief of staff to Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, Cedrick Nkabinde has accused National Commissioner Fannie Masemola and KZN's Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of orchestrating raids to intimidate him. Nkabinde says devices were seized from him and Mchunu ahead of their respective appearances before the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's Ad Hoc committee probing corruption and political interference within SAPS. Yesterday, police also raided the Centurion home of suspended Deputy Commissioner

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5:42

DA welcomes SIU seizure linked to Hangwani Maumela

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2025/10/10

The Democratic Alliance, DA has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit, SIU's seizure of assets linked to Hangwani Maumela, a key figure in the Tembisa Hospital tender scandal. The SIU raided Maumela's Sandton luxury home, confiscating high-end vehicles including three Lamborghinis and artwork in effort to recoup R820 million amid probes into over R2 billion in alleged Tembisa Hospital fraud. DA Gauteng Shadow Health MEC, Dr. Jack Bloom, spoke to Elvis Presslin

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10:44

Criticism over decision to extend validity of ZEPs

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2025/10/09

ActionSA has strongly criticized Home Affairs Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber's decision to extend the validity of Zimbabwean Exemption Permits until May, 2027. The party calls the move another example of government indecision on South Africa's immigration challenges. ActionSA says it supports a humane and orderly immigration process but opposes temporary measures that weaken public trust, border security and equality between citizens and foreign nationals. Elvis Presslin spoke to Lerato Ngobeni,

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5:50

Clashes erupted between police and students at Fort...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/09

Two university buildings have been set ablaze at the University of Fort Hare's Alice campus in the Eastern Cape, amid fierce clashes between students and police. The violence erupted this week as protesters demanded a halt to planned changes in student governance.A student demonstration has now shut down all in-person academic activities, forcing the institution to suspend classes indefinitely. The trouble stems from the university's announcement last month to appoint an interim Student

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6:54

Judgement expected in application against 8 SAPS VIP...

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2025/10/09

Judgment is expected today in the Section 174 application brought by eight South African Police Service VIP Protection Unit officers, charged in connection with a 2023 assault on civilians along Johannesburg's N1 highway. The officers, part of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's security detail, face charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, pointing firearms and malicious damage to property. The case stems from a widely shared video showing the officers stopping a VW Polo,

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8:58

Disgruntled investors to picket outside the SAB...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/09

Mounting frustration is boiling over among black empowerment investors in South Africa's beer industry. A group of fed-up shareholders in SAB Zenzele Kabili, the black economic empowerment arm tied to global brewer Anheuser-Busch InBev, is calling their stake in the JSE-listed shares a raw deal. What started as a shot at ownership has soured fast, with some branding it a nightmare and a scam. The disgruntled investors will today picket right outside the SAB Zenzele Kabili offices in Sandton,

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8:09

Controversy over historic lease agreement in Tshwane

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2025/10/09

A dispute over a historic lease agreement in Tshwane has sparked controversy. J.L. Van Druten, owner of a building in Watloo, claims a 1997 agreement exempts him from paying municipal service fees. However, the City of Tshwane says the property now owes R3.8 million. City authorities say decades-old contracts do not override current obligations to pay for essential services. Elvis Presslin spoke to MMC for Environment and Agriculture Management at the City of Tshwane, Obakeng Ramabodu

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11:39

Mkhwanazi: corruption in SAPS deepend over the past...

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2025/10/09

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has told Parliament's Ad Hoc committee probing national security concerns that he believes corruption within South Africa's police service, SAPS has deepened over the past decade. Testifying before the Committee for a second day, Mkhwanazi alleged an unethical relationship between suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and North West businessman Brown Mogotsi. Mkhwanazi's claims form part of broader allegations of criminal infiltration,

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12:15

South African activists arrive home this morning

First Take SA ·

2025/10/08

Six South Africans detained by Israel after boarding the Global Sumud Flotilla are landing at OR Tambo International Airport today. The group includes Mandla Mandela - grandson of former President Nelson Mandela, writer Zukiswa Wanner, activist Reaaz Moolla, Zaheer Soomar, Dr. Fatima Hendricks and Carrie Shelver. Their mission was to challenge Israel's Gaza blockade with humanitarian aid. After interception and detention, they are now heading home. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nazim Adam from the South

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8:22

AfriForum temporarily halts R54b settlement agreement...

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2025/10/08

Lobby group AfriForum has temporarily halted a R54 billion settlement agreement between Eskom and energy regulator Nersa. The deal stemmed from an error at Nersa, affecting calculations for Eskom's revenue clawback amounts. Originally, Nersa approved tariff hikes of 5.36% for 2026 and 6.19% for 2027. However, admitting mistakes in depreciation and asset valuation, Nersa agreed Eskom could recover the additional R54 billion, pushing increases to 8.76% and 8.83% for those years. Elvis Presslin spoke

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9:22

NEFSA welcomes rollout of National Land Transport Act

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2025/10/08

The National E-Hailing Federation of South Africa, NEFSA, has welcomed the recent rollout of the National Land Transport Act and its new regulations. The changes recognize e-hailing as part of the country's public transport system, a historic step after years of advocacy by e-hailing groups. However, the Federation expressed serious concerns, stating that many submissions from its affiliates were overlooked. The federation is now pushing for greater driver and operator involvement in shaping

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6:30

Security Company Employees Claim Unpaid Wages for...

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2025/10/08

Employees of Urban Watch Security, a company providing security services to schools in Gauteng, have accused the firm of failing to pay their salaries for seven months. The workers also claim their contracts were abruptly terminated. Urban Watch Security has denied the allegations, stating that delays in payments from the Department of Basic Education are to blame. Elvis Presslin spoke to Zakhele Nsele, Gauteng Provincial organiser South African Amalgamated and Integrated Workers Union

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6:14

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

First Take SA ·

2025/10/07

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

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13:33

October 7th marks two years since Hamas attack

First Take SA ·

2025/10/07

Today marks two years since the Hamas attack on Israeli civilians in southern Israel's Kibbutzim and a music festival, claiming nearly 1,200 lives. Israel's ongoing response has resulted in over 66,000 Palestinian deaths. The South African Jewish Board of Deputies has expressed grief over the loss of innocent lives and the widespread suffering caused by the conflict. The Deputies' Gauteng Chairperson, Danny Mofsowitz told our senior producer Ronald Phiri that for Jewish communities globally, October

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5:54

Pickets taking place to mark International Day for...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/07

The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU and its affiliated unions will today picket across the country to mark the International Day for Decent Work. The events gain added importance as COSATU prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary In December this year following the World Federation of Trade Unions' 80th anniversary last week. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU National Spokesperson, Zanele Sabela

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6:39

Action sought for alleged neglect of National Child...

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2025/10/07

The Teddy Bear Foundation, represented by SECTION27, has approached the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, seeking action against key government departments for allegedly neglecting the National Child Protection Register. The case stems from a 2022 incident where a North-West school learner was raped by a caretaker and authorities reportedly failed to hold the perpetrator accountable. For more on the case, Elvis Presslin spoke to Tendai Mafuma, Senior Legal Researcher at SECTION27

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3:32

Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee probing claims by...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/07

Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee on national security kicks off hearings today, probing claims by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of criminal syndicates infiltrating the justice system. Mkhwanazi takes the stand as the first witness over two days, with tight security in place. Chairperson Molapi Soviet Lekganyane told SABC News the probe aims to wrap up by month end and that there will be no overlap with the ongoing Madlanga Commission.

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6:12

Afriforum intensifies pressure on the NPA to...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/06

Lobby group AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit is intensifying pressure on the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to prosecute ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula over his 2016 Dubai family holiday. The trip, costing R685,000, is under scrutiny for alleged irregular cash payments and loans. AfriForum argues the NPA's 2023 decision not to prosecute was flawed, citing "irrational" conclusions and possible selective prosecution. Elvis Presslin spoke to the Spokesperson for Afriforum's Private

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5:50

Three political parties join forces ahead of 2026...

First Take SA ·

2025/10/06

Three prominent South African parties, Build One South Africa (BOSA), Rise Mzansi and the GOOD Party have joined forces to form Unite for Change. The party aims to contest the 2026 Local Government Elections. The announcement was made in Johannesburg over the weekend. Elvis Presslin spoke to Build One South Africa (BOSA) Deputy President, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster

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