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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/05

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 05 January 2026 1. Uganda- Kampala Uganda decides 2026 in 10 days - Police Dismiss Claims of Plot to Detain Bobi Wine Before Election Day Police have dismissed claims that there is a security plot to detain National Unity Platform leader and presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, before Uganda's January 15

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8:35

South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/05

South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela Guest: Chrispin Phiri: spokesperson, Department of InternationalRelationsand Cooperation (Dirco)

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6:45

Authorities in Mpumalanga have placed emergency...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/05

Authorities in Mpumalanga have placed emergency services on full alert as severe weather continues to batter the province. A powerful hailstorm has caused damage, electricityoutagesand dangerous road conditions, prompting officials to urge residents and motorists to exercise extreme caution as unpredictable weather persists across large parts of South Africa.  Guest: FreddyNgobe, Head of Communication at Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and TraditionalAffairs  (CoGHSTA)

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7:49

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US...

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2026/01/05

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US custody following American strikes on Caracas, as President Donald Trump declares the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. While some Venezuelans are celebrating what they see as the end of an era, others fear what comes next.  Guest: Lyall White: director of theCentre for Leadership & Dialogue at GIBS and research associate of The Brenthurst Foundation

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4:53

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/05

Why are companies delisting from the jse? Canal+ strikes a deal with Warner bros Markets

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11:08

Ensuring Scholar Transport Safety – Following recent...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/02

Ensuring Scholar Transport Safety – Following recent incidents and the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community safety MEC Mathye’s commitment to stricter monitoring and compliance.MEC’s response to the recent scholar transport accidents highlighted in The Citizen.Measures being taken to enforce roadworthiness and driver permit compliance.Deployment of traffic officers and police to monitor scholar transport routes.Advice to parents on checking operator permits, driver IDs,

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9:50

Information Regulator Seeks Leave to Appeal Against...

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2026/01/02

The Information Regulator has applied for leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal against a recent High Court ruling that allowed the Department of Basic Education to publish matric results in newspapers using pupils’ examination numbers, arguing this approach may violate the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The appeal suspends the High Court order, meaning the enforcement and infringement notices issued to the department remain in effect pending the outcome

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11:13

Complex Emotions Facing South Africans During the...

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2026/01/02

A new South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) study on festive-season well-being reveals that, despite the expectation of joy, many South Africans experience significant emotional strain during the holidays — from anxiety over finances and exhaustion to loneliness and depression. The “Festive Feeling” survey shows that financial worries, social pressures, and emotional fatigue shape diverse experiences, with some thriving, others barely coping, and many feeling

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5:14

Suspect Who Posed as Prophet Linked to 8 Rapes in the...

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2026/01/02

A 55-year-old man in the Free State has been arrested and linked through DNA evidence to at least eight rapes and robberies spanning more than two decades after posing as a “prophet” and using ritual-style deceptions to target victims, often in graveyards. Police uncovered the pattern following a recent attack on a 21-year-old woman in Bloemfontein, and further forensic work has connected him to cases dating back to 1999. The suspect, who was reportedly out on parole when the recent

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14:57

Border Pressures and Migration Flows: Understanding...

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2026/01/02

Border Pressures and Migration Flows: Understanding the Limpopo InterceptionsThe South African National Defence Force intercepted and apprehended over 1,170 undocumented Zimbabwean nationals attempting to enter South Africa through illegal border points in Limpopo in late December 2025, culminating in a tense confrontation that saw one SANDF soldier wounded. The operation highlights ongoing challenges around border security, undocumented migration, regional economic pressures, and the humanitarian

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6:49

Food price inflation has shown signs of easing,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/02

Food price inflation has shown signs of easing, raising questions about whether South African households will experience real relief at the till. While headline inflation may be coming down, affordability remains under pressure for low- and middle-income families facing stagnant wages, rising electricity costs, and transport expenses. This conversation examines whether recent price movements in the food basket are translating into meaningful savings for consumers, or if the cost of living crisis

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10:43

Africa Update with Sipho Mantula

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/02

Africa Update with Sipho Mantula

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12:27

South Africa’s Strained Relationship with the United...

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2026/01/02

South Africa’s relationship with the United States has become increasingly strained in recent years, shaped by geopolitical tensions, divergent foreign policy positions, and growing uncertainty around trade and diplomacy. As the country moves beyond 2025, this conversation examines whether SA–US relations are heading toward a diplomatic reset or a deeper structural strain by 2026, with a focus on the future of AGOA, the balance between non-alignment and economic pragmatism, how

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10:25

South Africa has strongly condemned Israel’s decision...

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2025/12/31

South Africa has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to recognise Somaliland as an independent state, describing the move as a violation of Somalia’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. Israel’s unprecedented recognition of the self-declared republic has triggered widespread international backlash,reigniting debates over territorial integrity, secession, and geopolitical competition in the Horn of Africa. Guest: Dr Kingsley Makhubela: former South African ambassador

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6:01

The Limpopo Department of Economic Development,...

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2025/12/31

The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has issued a strong warning to liquor licence holders, vowing to revoke the licences of establishments found selling alcohol to minors or allowing anyone under the age of 18 into liquor outlets. Guest: Dr Robert Mudogwa: Director: Limpopo Liquor Affairs at The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

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6:18

South Africa is ending 2025 on a firmer economic...

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2025/12/31

South Africa is ending 2025 on a firmer economic footing than a year ago, with improving fundamentals and early signs of recovery. However, according to Prof Raymond Parsons of the North-West University Business School, the country must urgently boost investor confidence and accelerate structural reforms if it is to achieve the higher, job-rich growth needed to address its deep socioeconomic challenges.  Guest: Prof Raymond Parsons:North WestUniversity (NWU) Business School

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7:01

The City of Ekurhuleni has issued a firm warning...

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2025/12/31

The City of Ekurhuleni has issued a firm warning ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations, saying businessesselling uncertified fireworks will face fines of R2,500, while individuals who set off fireworks illegally will be fined R1,000 on the spot. The city says the measures are aimed at improving safety and protecting animals during the festive season.  Guest: WilliamNtladi: Spokesperson, City of Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS)

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8:26

This year’s traditional summer circumcision season...

The National Briefing ·

2025/12/31

This year’s traditional summer circumcision season (umgidi/ulwaluko) in South Africa — especially in the Eastern Cape — has once again taken a tragic toll. Instead of celebrating the coming of age for young men, many families are preparing funeralsas the initiation season becomes increasingly deadly.   Guest:NtshelePetros Majola: Social Activist & Director ofKhulanathiCommunity Development

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9:44

The ANC in the Western Cape has strongly criticised...

The National Briefing ·

2025/12/31

The ANC in the Western Cape has strongly criticised the City of Cape Town over changes to the route of the annual KaapseKlopseKarnival, also known as the Minstrel Festival. The party argues that rerouting the historic street parade to DHL Stadium undermines the cultural significance of the event and amounts to thecommercialisation and erasure of a deeply rooted heritage celebration.  Guest: Muneeb Gambino: a director of the KaapseKlopseKarnavalAssociation

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9:57

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President...

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2025/12/31

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy say they are close to a potential agreement to end the war in Ukraine, following talks at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort. Guest: Brooks Spector: Associate Editor: The Daily Maverick

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