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10:35

Senior doctor and head of internal medicine,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/25

Senior doctor and head of internal medicine, Professor Adam Mahomed, who exposed the crisis at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, says staff and patients are still suffering while critical posts remain vacant and millions meant for repairs remain unspent. He now says he has reached breaking point and plans to leave the public healthcare sector. Guest:Professor Adam Mahomed - Specialist Gastroenterologist and the Head of the Department of Internal Medicine at Charlotte Maxeke

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4:22

Fresh questions are being raised about accountability...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/25

Fresh questions are being raised about accountability and transparency in Parliament after heated exchanges over the salary and benefits of Secretary to Parliament Xolile George. He earns an annual salary package of approximately R4.9 million to R5 million, which includes a basic salary of about R4.9 millioN Guest:Cameron Dugmore - Acting Co-Chairperson of Parliament’s Joint Standing Committee on the Financial Management of Parliament

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3:30

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/25

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa Afrika Liberation Day @63 Special Focus 1. South Afrika – Cape Town – The Post 16th Thabo Mbeki Afrika Day Lecture Series, Town Hall and Student Dialogues today Delivering the keynote address on “Rebuilding African Unity in an Age of Fragmentation,” Prof Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State, Nigeria, said that it is

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3:36

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/25

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Oil hits atwo weeklow, trading below 100 dollars a barrel Delivery hero becomes latest target in delivery sector consolidation Market update

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6:21

The Global Briefing: Malaysia is set to introduce...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/25

The Global Briefing: Malaysia is set to introduce sweeping new child protection laws for social media from June 1, 2026. Bolivia is facing escalating social unrest as protesters across the country demand President Rodrigo Paz step down Qatar has sent mediators to Tehran in an effort to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz Guest: Dr. Mbasa Mvenene - Political analyst and Politics lecturer at iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu

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8:37

There are now growing concerns over thousands of...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

There are now growing concerns over thousands of undocumented funeral parlours operating across the country, particularly in townships and rural communities. Industry leaders say the sector, worth more than R10 billion annually, is facing serious challenges ranging from regulation and consumer protection to the growing shortage of burial land. Guest:Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo, South African Funeral Practitioners Association president

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10:15

t’s a massive weekend of football for South African...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

It’s a massive weekend of football for South African clubs, with Orlando Pirates wrapping up their Betway Premiership campaign against Orbit College FC in what could be a crucial final league fixture for the Buccaneers. Meanwhile, continental glory is on the line for Mamelodi Sundowns as they take on AS FAR in the second leg of their CAF inter-club showdown. Guest:Nkululeko Nkewu - Football Broadcaster, Co-Founder ofiDiskiMedia

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5:40

Eskom issues a notice of its intention to reduce,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

Eskom issues a notice of its intention to reduce, interrupt and/or terminate the supply of electricity to certain bulk supply points against the City of Johannesburg and City Power as arrear debt reaches R5.2 billion Guest: Professor Vally Padayachee, power and energy expert and a former executive manager of Eskom and a former senior executive of City Power Jhb

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5:58

The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: Enablers to...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: Enablers to facilitate interventions Guest:Dr Zeph Nhleko - Chief Economist, the Development Bank of Southern Africa

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6:43

President Cyril Ramaphosa has now written to the...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

President Cyril Ramaphosa has now written to the Private Office of the Chief Justice seeking consent to initiate a review application as per s47 of the Superior Courts Act. This is the first step towards reviewing the Section 89 Independent Panel Report. Guest: Adv LufunoNevondwe- Constitutional Law Expert: University of Limpopo

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6:18

As tensions continue to rise over illegal immigration...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

As tensions continue to rise over illegal immigration in South Africa — with recent protests in places like Pinetown, foreign nationals seeking refuge at the Durban Police Station, and the demolition of structures in parts of Johannesburg — many are now asking: when did this issue really begin, and what are the deeper social and economic factors behind it? Guest: Dr Steven Gordon - Chief Research Specialist in the Human Sciences Research Council

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4:57

The Junior Mining Council says that it welcomes the...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

The Junior Mining Council says that it welcomes the arrest of 14 alleged illegal miners in Brits, North West. The arrests were effected during a multi-disciplinary law enforcement operation involving the South African Police Service and the South African National Defence Force. Guest: Fred Arendse - President of the Junior Mining Council

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4:41

A controversial open letter has been sent by the Cape...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

A controversial open letter has been sent by the Cape Independence Advocacy Group to US President Donald Trump, calling for international support for Cape self-determination and a referendum on independence for the Western Cape. Guest: Phil Craig - Leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group

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7:35

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

1.South Africa – Mpumalanga – SADC Foreign Affairs Ministers Retreat The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will convene a Retreat of Ministers of Foreign Affairs from 22–24 May 2026 at Skukuza, Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, South Africa. This high-level gathering will provide a strategic platform for Ministers to assess the evolving global geopolitical landscape and to position the region to respond proactively to emerging challenges and opportunities. Ronald

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3:47

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

Walmart sounds alarm on consumer spending slowdown 2. Microsoft looks to break Nvidia’s grip on AI infrastructure 3. Market update

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9:57

The Global Briefing: Germany is proposing a new...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science at the University of Stellenbosch The Global Briefing:Germany is proposing a new fast-track relationship between Ukraine and the European Union. former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in the United States over the incident that killed four people, including three Americans More than 400 activists detained aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla are being deported after videos emerged showing Israeli National Security Minister

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6:12

Built in Mzansi: How the Phakamisa programme helps...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/22

Built in Mzansi: How the Phakamisa programme helps expand access to treatment for noncommunicable diseases that has reached over 1,63 million people to date Guest: Neel Andhee-Shah - Interim Country President for the African Cluster at AstraZeneca

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5:47

Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/21

Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously incarcerated men by providing rehabilitation and upskilling them with tech skills. Guest:Jadean Wright - Founder of TheBroCode(NPO)

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14:30

The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/21

Dr. Zweli Mkhize - Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on municipalities - how effective are these oversight visits?

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7:56

Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/21

Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled where the Executive Mayor made bold promises to reclaim the CBD as the demolition of illegal structures moves forward. However, there are mounting questions over the city’s finances and service delivery failures. can Africa’s richest city rebuild trust, restore order, and rise again? Guest:DadaMorero- Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg

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