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3:23

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

First Take SA ·

2025/11/18

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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5:09

Dispute over Please Call Me invention payout heats up

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2025/11/18

A dispute over the Please Call Me invention payout is heating up, with Black Rock Mining claiming 40% of the reported R700 million from Vodacom. Inventor Nkosana Makate says Black Rock is owed nothing. Makate and his team have agreed to hold onto 40% of the payout, around R280 million, pending a court hearing in December. The remaining 60% is free to be disbursed. To look into the legal aspect of the matter Elvis Presslin spoke to Legal Expert, Legal analyst, Reitumetse Benedict Phiri

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15:29

ATM slams Eastern Cape Department of Education for...

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2025/11/18

The African Transformation Movement, ATM has slammed the Eastern Cape Department of Education for its failures of allegedly putting students at a disadvantage. The National Department of Basic Education has withheld R529.8 million in funding due to the province's inability to meet required standards. The party says the move comes as no surprise, given the dire state of schools in the Eastern Cape. The ATM says it's time for accountability and the province's education leadership needs to be held

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5:31

Brown Mogotsi to testify at the Madlanga Commission

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2025/11/18

Controversial Northwest businessman and alleged associate of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, Brown Mogotsi is testifying at the Madlanga Commission today and tomorrow. The Commission is investigating allegations of police corruption and is currently in its second phase, giving implicated individuals a chance to respond to allegations. Elvis Presslin spoke to Specialist Investigator, Mike Bolhuis

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5:30

Deputy President Paul Mashatile to deliver keynote...

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2025/11/18

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will today deliver a keynote address at the G20 Social Summit's opening ceremony in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The two-day summit aims to amplify the voices of civil society, grassroots organisations and communities, focusing on global issues affecting them. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU National Spokesperson, Zanele Sabela

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14:10

Activists and Citizens Forum has hailed Lieutenant...

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2025/11/17

Activists and Citizens Forum has hailed Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as a hero for his courage in exposing corruption and infiltration in the criminal justice system. Activists and Citizens Forum Spokesperson, Dennis Bloem says Mkhwanazi's testimony before the Madlanga Commission has sparked a wave of hope for millions of South Africans who are facing trauma and intimidation in their workplaces. The Commission has heard shocking evidence from Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD)

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4:22

Residents of Schubart Park are gearing up for a...

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2025/11/17

Residents of Schubart Park are gearing up for a crucial court battle against the City of Tshwane. The hearing, scheduled for today and tomorrow at the North Gauteng High Court, will determine the fate of hundreds of families facing eviction. The City claims to have met the requirements of a previous Constitutional Court ruling, which favoured the residents. However, residents argue this is a thinly veiled attempt to circumvent the court's decision and push them out of their homes. For more on this

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4:03

Heavy rainfall and flooding continue to grip parts of...

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2025/11/17

Heavy rainfall and flooding continue to grip parts of the country. This after the South African Weather Service issued a Level 9 warning for Gauteng and Mpumalanga for persistent adverse weather conditions. More downpours are expected today with possible localised flooding. Level 5 alerts remain for Free State, North West and KwaZulu-Natal. Motorists are urged to must steer clear of low-lying roads and bridges. For more on this we are joined on the line by South African Weather Service Forecaster,

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7:42

ACDP is questioning the arrival of 153 Palestinian...

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2025/11/17

The African Christian Democratic Party, ACDP is questioning the arrival of 153 Palestinian refugees in South Africa, citing potential breaches of immigration laws. The group arrived at OR Tambo International Airport last week with reports suggesting intervention by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola allowed them to enter the country. ACDP Deputy President, Wayne Thring says many Arab and African countries are closer to Gaza but they decided to come to South Africa

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8:27

SADTU condemns claims Afrikaners are victims of genocide

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2025/11/14

The South African Democratic Teachers' Union, SADTU, is condemning US President Donald Trump's claims that Afrikaners are victims of genocide in South Africa. The union calls these statements "false and inflammatory, saying they're an attempt to distort South Africa's democratic reality and sow racial division. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has also rejected Trump's claims, calling them a source of tension with the US, South Africa's second-largest trading partner. The controversy has led to the

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4:39

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

First Take SA ·

2025/11/14

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5:58

Palestinian travellers eventually allowed to enter SA

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2025/11/14

153 Palestinian travellers have been allowed into South Africa after being initially denied entry at Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport. The group, who arrived on a charter flight from Kenya, were held at the airport due to incomplete documentation. But after intervention from the charity Gift of the Givers, they were admitted into the country. The travellers are eligible for 90-day visa-exempt travel and will be cared for by Gift of the Givers. The Border Management Authority says it

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5:54

Wave of gang-related violence hits Cape Town

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2025/11/14

Cape Town is experiencing a wave of gang-related violence, with over 30 people killed in just a few days. Residents are speaking out, saying Premier Alan Winde's government isn't doing enough to stop the bloodshed. The Western Cape has seen 63 children murdered between April and August, mostly due to gang violence. Winde recently released a report on alleged police infiltration by the 28s gang, but critics say it's too little, too late. The report found that a complaint of unacceptable conduct

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5:07

Rise Mzansi to picket outside DTIC in Pretoria over...

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2025/11/14

Rise Mzansi will today picket outside the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition In Pretoria, calling on reforms to gambling laws. The party plans to hand over a memorandum and unveil a seven-point plan to overhaul gambling laws.The move follows figures showing South Africans wagered one-point-five trillion rand in the 2024/25 financial year. RISE Mzansi says the industry wrecks lives and livelihoods. Elvis Presslin spoke to Makashule Gana, Rise Mzansi Chief Organizer and National Assembly

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4:39

Gauteng's health department aims to raise awareness...

First Take SA ·

2025/11/14

The Gauteng Health department is gearing up to mark World Diabetes Day today in Soweto. The event, being held in partnership with Novo Nordisk and the City of Johannesburg, aims to raise awareness about diabetes and the challenges people with the condition face, especially in the workplace. This year's campaign focuses on promoting healthier lifestyles and encouraging early screening to reduce the risk of complications like heart disease and kidney damage. Elvis Presslin spoke to Patrick Magodzho,

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8:24

SAFTU slams MTBPS claiming it favours the wealth

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2025/11/13

SAFTU General Secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi has slammed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. Vavi says the budget reads straight from the DA's economic playbook and favours the wealthy and shoves the marginalised majority deeper into unemployment, poverty and inequality. Mr. Vavi spoke to Elvis Presslin to elaborate further on his sentiments.

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10:55

October 2025 was one of the wettest months on record...

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2025/11/13

October 2025 was one of the wettest months on record for South Africa, with some areas receiving over four times their average rainfall. This according to a recent report compiled by the South African Weather Service. The heavy rains have had a significant impact on agriculture, water management, and communities across the country, particularly in provinces like Limpopo, North West, Free State and Mpumalanga. Elvis Presslin spoke to Rudzani Malala, Senior Manager for Disaster Risk Reduction at the

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4:39

National Construction Summit gets underway in Boksburg

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2025/11/13

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the national Construction Summit in Boksburg today, where industry leaders and policymakers will discuss ways to boost infrastructure delivery. The summit comes at a critical time for the sector, with many projects facing delays and challenges. Elvis Presslin spoke to KZN Public Works and Infrastructure MEC, Martin Meyer

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5:20

Pastors to protest outside parliament in opposition...

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2025/11/13

Pastors from across the Western Cape are marching to Parliament today, to voice their opposition to proposed regulations on churches. The move follows the CRL Commission's call for greater oversight of religious organisations. The commission recently introduced a peer-review mechanism aimed at promoting accountability and curbing abuse within churches. But critics say this amounts to government interference. The pastors are also calling for the removal of CRL Commission chairperson Thoko Xaluva,

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6:57

Calls for schools to stop charging parents when...

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2025/11/13

Education activist, Hendrick Makaneta is calling on the government to stop schools from charging parents when learners repeat grades. Makaneta says the practice is unfair and puts a strain on families who are already struggling to make ends meet. Makaneta argues that education is a basic human right and should be accessible to all, regardless of income. Elvis Presslin spoke to Education Activist, Hendrick Makaneta

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