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Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation last night after...

The National Briefing ·

2025/12/01

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation last night following South Africa’s successful hosting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg — the first time the gathering was held on African soil. In his speech, Ramaphosa highlighted: Historic milestone: Africa’s central role in shaping global economic and political agendas. Key outcomes: Commitments from world leaders on infrastructure investment, energy transition, and inclusive growth across the continent. South

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3:47

Hawks nab fifth suspect in ‘recruitment’ of South...

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2025/12/01

Hawks nab fifth suspect in ‘recruitment’ of South Africans for Russia warAnother suspect has been arrested by the Hawks’ Crimes Against the State in relation to the ongoing investigation into how several South Africans were facilitated into involvement in the Russia/Ukraine war. The suspect will join the other four on Monday, 01 December 2025 in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s court also facing charges of contravening the Foreign Military Assistance Act. GUEST: Colonel Katlego

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6:17

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announces that the...

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2025/12/01

The patrols will involve: Continuous monitoring of major highways and accident-prone routes. Collaboration between traffic officers, SAPS, and emergency services. Focus on high-risk behaviours such as drunk driving, speeding, and overloading. Public reassurance that visible enforcement is in place to protect lives during peak travel. This move underscores government’s concern about the annual spike in road fatalities during December and January, and positions the Department as proactive in

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11:20

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday’s...

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2025/12/01

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday’s meeting in Florida between U.S. and Ukrainian officials was “very productive,” marking another step in an intense period of diplomacy aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. The discussions, attended by Ukraine’s new chief negotiator Rustem Umerov and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, focused on both the conditions needed to halt fighting and the long-term framework for Ukraine’s security and

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5:41

AFRICA UPDATE WITH SIPHO MANTULA

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2025/12/01

1 December 2025 Welcome Reconciliation Month and Sobukwe and Mandela Week. DR Kongo- Rwanda- M23 Congo, Rwanda leaders set to sign peace agreement amid M23 tensions Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi will travel to the United States this week to sign a final peace agreement with his Rwandan counterpart, Paul Kagame, aimed at ending the long-running conflict in eastern Congo. The deal, the result of months of diplomacy led by US President Donald Trump, comes amid ongoing tension over

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6:00

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2025/12/01

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 28 November 2025 1. Guinea-Bissau Guinea-Bissau soldiers announce Gen. Horta N’Ta as junta leader Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau yesterday announced a new junta leader for the country, cementing a forceful takeover of power that began after the country’s presidential election. The military high command inaugurated Gen. Horta Inta-A as the

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7:03

A political and diplomatic storm is unfolding after...

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2025/11/28

A political and diplomatic storm is unfolding after Ukraine’s Ambassador to South Africa, Olexander Scherba, alleged that prominent South Africans helped lure 17 South African men to Russia, where they are now reportedly fighting in Ukraine on Russia’s behalf. The claims come amid a formal police investigation involving members of the Zuma family and other individuals accused of recruiting the men under false pretences. Guest: Olexander Scherba: Ukraine’s Ambassador to South Africa

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6:58

All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa...

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2025/11/28

All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa (ATDF-ASA) have now blocked the N3 bfore Tugela plaza, they are against AARTO impementation by government because it will only affecting SA citizens and not foreign drivers Guest: Gugu Sokhela - National Inter Secretary-General of the All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa (ATDF-ASA)

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7:22

A landmark partnership between two national...

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2025/11/28

A landmark partnership between two national government departments and Jozi My Jozi has opened the door to an ambitious revitalisation of the Johannesburg High Court precinct on Pritchard Street. This month, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi, Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Mpumi Zikalala, and Jozi My Jozi Chair Prof Maurice Radebe formalised an agreement that mandates Jozi My Jozi and its network of partners to address long-standing maintenance,

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6:49

Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has raised serious concern...

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2025/11/28

Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has raised serious concern about the growing number of complaints lodged against judges and the broader implications for public confidence in the judiciary. Speaking at the launch of the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 Judiciary Annual Reports, she outlined the achievements of the courts, the challenges facing the judicial system, and a range of reforms being introduced to strengthen accountability, performance, and institutional independence.  Guest:MbekezeliBenjamin: Research

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6:52

Today, former President Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto...

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2025/11/28

Today, former President Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) will return to the Pretoria High Court to continue their legal challenge against what they argue was the unconstitutional conduct of President Cyril Ramaphosa on 13 July 2025. After earlier attempts in both the Constitutional Court and the High Court were dismissed on technical grounds, the MK Party insists that the matter must now proceed on its substantive merits.  Guest:NhlamuloNdhlela:uMkhontoweSizweParty (MKP)  Spokesperson

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4:34

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2025/11/28

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Tiger Brands shareholders set for major payout after strong results 2. Vukile lifts full year guidance on improving retail performance 3. Markets

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5:49

Alleged crime boss and murder suspect Vusimuzi “Cat”...

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2025/11/28

Alleged crime boss and murder suspect Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala delivered explosive and often confrontational testimony before Parliament’s ad hoc committee probing corruption and criminal infiltration within the South African Police Service (SAPS). Testifying from the Kgosi Mampuru C-Max prison — where he is detained and denied bail for the murder of his girlfriend — Matlala repeatedly raised concerns that his evidence could be used against him, despite committee

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6:30

A heated parliamentary confrontation has erupted in...

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2025/11/28

A heated parliamentary confrontation has erupted in South Africa over Minister Pieter Groenewald’s call to consider reintroducing corporal punishment for certain offenders. Members of the portfolio committee on correctional services sharply rebuked the minister, arguing that the country’s painful history, constitutional commitments, and human rights obligations make any return to physical punishment unacceptable. Guest: KgomotsoRamolobeng: Chairperson of the Parliament’s

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5:54

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2025/11/28

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter UK budget delivers tax shock as South African corporates watch exposure 2. Apple set to overtake Samsung as world’s top smartphone maker for first time since 2010 3. Markets

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5:56

Record-breaking floods are devastating large parts of...

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2025/11/28

Record-breaking floods are devastating large parts of Thailand and neighbouring Southeast Asian countries, triggering widespread displacement, infrastructure damage, and mounting casualties. Guest: Prof Guy Midgley: Climate Change Researcher and Acting Director of the School for Climate Studies, Stellenbosch University

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6:56

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2025/11/28

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 27 November 2025 1. Guinea- Bissau Post election developments and Military take over Military officers say they have taken full control of Guinea-Bissau Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared yesterday on state television saying they have taken control of the country. Military spokesperson, Dinis N’Tchama, said the soldiers had formed

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6:35

Tensions between South Africa and the United States...

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2025/11/28

Tensions between South Africa and the United States escalated sharply after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that South Africa would be barred from participating in the 2026 G20 summit in Miami. The move follows a diplomatic dispute surrounding the handover of the G20 presidency at the conclusion of this year’s summit in Johannesburg and comes amid Trump’s renewed promotion of widely discredited claims about violence against white South Africans. Guest: Siphamandla Zondi is a

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5:27

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2025/11/28

Local banks expect strong spending this Black Friday 2. Tsogo Sun bets on online gaming 3. Markets

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7:00

The latest Recorded Live Births (RLB) data from...

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2025/11/28

The latest Recorded Live Births (RLB) data from Statistics South Africa shows that parents in 2024 gravitated toward names that embody joy, resilience, spirituality, and cultural pride. What's in a name?

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