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12:25

ANC councillors & mayors descend on the FNB stadium...

First Take SA ·

2025/09/15

With elections just over a year away, ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged party members to ensure that their selection process for councillors in the 2026 local polls produce impeccable and capable public representatives. He was speaking at the opening of their Special NEC underway in Boksburg east of Johannesburg. The two day meeting was called to discuss the state of local government with a Roll Call meeting of the ANC's over 6000 councillors and mayors planned for Monday at the FNB stadium

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7:49

Soldiers deployed to DRC threaten legal action

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2025/09/15

Nearly 3,000 South African soldiers deployed in the Democratic Republic of Congo are threatening legal action against the Department of Defence over unpaid fees. The South African National Defence Union, SANDU says it will take the matter to court if the outstanding payments are not settled. Elvis Presslin spoke to SA National Defence Union Chief Negotiator, Jeff Dubazana

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6:42

Wave of violence strikes Kraaifontein community

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2025/09/15

A wave of violence has struck the Kraaifontein Wallacedene community in Cape Town, leaving residents gripped by fear. In the early hours of Sunday, three people were shot dead and another stabbed to death in three separate incidents. One person was injured. This follows a deadly week, with a total of 14 killings reported in the area. Police are investigating the incidents but have yet to make arrests. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Llewellyn MacMaster, Chairperson of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition

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6:30

ANCYL rejects claims of internal factionalism

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2025/09/15

The ANC Youth League has strongly rejected claims of internal factionalism and leadership battles ahead of the 2027 succession. The ANC Youth League have called the media report and claims of internal factionalism and leadership battles as 'bought journalism' and a fabrication aimed at tarnishing its reputation. The League clarified that its recent National General Council focused on preparing for the upcoming Local Government Elections and not succession debates. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANCYL

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10:24

EFF tables bill to amend Electoral Act of 1998

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2025/09/15

The Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF have tabled a private member's bill in Parliament to amend the Electoral Act of 1998. The proposed legislation aims to automatically register all South African citizens on the national voters' roll at age 16, using data from the national population register. Under the bill, the Independent Electoral Commission would notify citizens of their registration and require them to confirm or update their place of residence before casting their first vote. Elvis Presslin

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4:19

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2025/09/12

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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5:19

Public pushback stops proposed changes to the...

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2025/09/12

The Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF say the government's decision to pull back proposed changes to the National Credit Act came straight from weeks of public pushback. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has withdrawn the amendment regulations amid widespread criticism that they would hit low-income families and young people hardest with tighter credit rules. The Act would have allowed educational institutions to submit students' credit information to credit bureaus. Elvis Presslin

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10:01

ConCourt clears way for husbands to take their wives'...

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2025/09/12

The Constitutional Court has cleared the way for husbands to take their wives' surnames upon marriage, in a recent landmark ruling. The verdict strikes down key sections of the Births and Deaths Registration Act as unconstitutional saying they unfairly discriminated against men by denying them the same automatic name-change rights long given to women. The case was brought by two couples: Henry van der Merwe, who wanted to adopt his wife Jana Jordaan's surname and Andreas Nicolas Bornman, who sought

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6:25

PSA to embark on strike action over dispute with the...

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2025/09/12

The Public Servants Association, PSA will today embark on an industrial action over a long-running dispute with the Department of Military Veterans. At the heart of the standoff is an unresolved demand for talks on the department's organisational structure review. The Union says it has exhausted all channels for negotiation. Elvis Presslin spoke to PSA Chief Negotiator at the Department of Military Veterans, Zamani Dladla

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14:57

FBI offers reward for the arrest of gunman who killed...

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2025/09/12

The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the gunman who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old Turning Point USA co-founder was shot in the neck while speaking at a campus debate at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, yesterday. The single shot, fired from a nearby rooftop, sparked panic as thousands of attendees fled the scene. Utah Governor Spencer Cox called the attack a "political assassination." The suspect remains at large, and

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13:35

Concern over perception that SAHRC prioritizes rights...

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2025/09/11

Not In My Name International has raised concerns over a growing perception that the South African Human Rights Commission, or SAHRC, prioritizes the rights of foreign nationals over South African citizens. The organization says human rights are universal but is urging the Commission to address the urgent struggles of locals with equal attention. Elvis Presslin spoke to President of Not In My Name International, Siyabulela Jentile

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5:58

Inquest into Steve Biko's death to be reopened

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2025/09/11

The National Prosecuting Authority, NPA will reopen the inquest into the death of anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko on Friday, marking 48 years since he died in police custody. Biko, the 30-year-old founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, was arrested in Port Elizabeth in August 1977 and beaten during interrogation. He suffered severe head injuries and was driven more than 1,000 kilometres to Pretoria without medical help. Official records list his cause of death as brain damage leading to

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8:18

Protests hit Johannesburg's Westbury and...

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2025/09/11

Protests over chronic water shortages in Johannesburg's Westbury and Coronationville areas turned violent yesterday, leaving one elderly man dead and several others injured. Residents blocked roads with burning tyres and debris, demanding reliable water after nearly a week without taps running. Johannesburg Water says the outages stem from ongoing maintenance, but locals say tanker deliveries aren't enough, especially for the elderly. Protesters vow to keep up the action until officials step in

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5:26

Three year anniversary into Jagersfontein tailings...

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2025/09/11

Today marks three years since the devastating Jagersfontein tailings dam failure in the Free State. On the 11th of September 2022, the dam collapse flooded homes in Charlesville and Skoti, causing widespread damage. In related news, 26 victims of the disaster, along with the Kopanong Local Municipality, have launched a civil lawsuit against Jagersfontein Developments mine, seeking over three billion rand in damages. Elvis Presslin spoke to Jagersfontein Lerumo Justice Forum Chairperson, Thabo

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5:45

Concerns raised over violence targeting SA's justice...

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2025/09/11

Civil rights organisation Action Society has raised concerned about the wave of violence targeting South Africa's justice system. The organisation has condemned the attacks on courts and legal professionals as a direct threat to the rule of law. This month a man awaiting a bail hearing was fatally shot at Athlone Magistrate's Court in a suspected gang-related hit, two others were wounded. Police believe the accused may have been targeted to prevent him from turning state witness. Elvis Presslin

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6:21

Court dismisses application to challenge Shadrack...

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2025/09/10

The Pretoria High Court has dismissed an application by Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya to challenge his placement on leave. The court ordered Sibiya to pay legal costs. The decision follows his suspension in July amid allegations of misconduct raised by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Sibiya sought to have the leave order declared unlawful and to be reinstated, but the court upheld National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola's decision

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9:06

Hostage situation in Mamelodi East results in two deaths

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2025/09/10

Police in Tshwane are working to resolve a tense hostage situation in Mamelodi East's Buffer Zone. A 32-year-old police constable has been holding his grandmother, nephew, and another young boy inside a house since 8 AM yesterday. Authorities report the officer fired two shots before police arrived. Hostage negotiators and the Special Task Force are on the scene, engaging with the constable, who is said to be cooperating. The motive remains under investigation and the scene is still active. For the

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16:48

Israel carries out airstrike in Doha, Qatar

First Take SA ·

2025/09/10

Hamas says its leadership survived an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, but confirms six people were killed, including a Qatari security officer. Qatar, a key mediator in Israel-Hamas talks, condemned the strike as a "blatant violation" of international law. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared there would be "no immunity" for Hamas leaders, stating the attack was a response to recent violence in Jerusalem. Elvis Presslin spoke to Ugandan born Lawyer, investigative journalist and

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9:07

September is National Wills month

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2025/09/10

September marks National Wills Month, shining a spotlight on one of the most overlooked aspects of financial planning. From 15 to 19 September, the Law Society of South Africa hosts Wills Week, urging citizens to draft valid wills. With over 85% of South Africans dying intestate, families face delays, disputes, and financial strain. Experts stress that a will is not just for the wealthy, it's a simple act of care and protection. Elvis Presslin spoke to Yvonne Mojela, Fiduciary Specialist at Glu, a

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8:06

SA government criticised over the attendance of the...

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2025/09/10

The South African government is facing sharp criticism after representatives of the sanctioned M23 rebel group attended a peace and security dialogue in Magaliesburg, Gauteng, without proper vetting. The Thabo Mbeki Foundation hosted the event, which aimed to address conflicts across Africa. The presence of M23, just months after 14 South African soldiers were killed in clashes with the group in Goma, has sparked outrage. International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola insists the government was

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