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The Reality Check: Democracy and what it means of the...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

The Reality Check: Democracy and what it means of the role of the state and citizens Guest: Sibongile Mkhabela - Executive Director at the Barloworld Empowerment Foundation

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5:08

Yesterday, Sunday the 10th of May 2026, marked the...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

Yesterday, Sunday the 10th of May 2026, marked the end of an era in South African journalism as one of the country’s most influential Sunday newspapers, City Press, officially published its final edition. Guest: Mathatha Tshedu - Former Editor of City Press

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7:10

South Africa’s political landscape could be heading...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

South Africa’s political landscape could be heading for another major showdown after the African Transformation Movement welcomed the Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala matter and announced plans to table a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa. Guest: Vuyo Zungula - Leader of the African Transformation Movement

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5:11

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 11 May 2026 1. Botswana – Gaborone Botswana’s former President Gontebanye Festus Mogae has died at the age of 86, and the government of Botswana has announced three days of national mourning. Mogae led the southern African country for a decade and won praise for good governance and the fight against HIV/AIDS. He was Botswana’s third

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8:03

The National Coloured Congress has come out strongly...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

The National Coloured Congress has come out strongly in defence of its leader and Member of Parliament Fadiel Adams following his controversial arrest linked to the Sindiso Magaqa murder investigation. Yesterday, the party held a media briefing to address what it calls misinformation surrounding the arrest. Guest: Sakeena Frenchman - Secretary General for the National Coloured Congress

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3:54

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

US labour market remains resilient supporting the Feds wait and see approach 2. Nike faces lawsuit over claims it kept tariff refunds instead of repaying consumers 3. Market update

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7:20

The Global Briefing: Spain remain on high alert after...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

The Global Briefing: Spain remain on high alert after a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak docked on the island. India and Pakistan, tensions between the two countries remain fragile as the unresolved dispute over Kashmir continues to fuel uncertainty in the region. Hopes for a breakthrough in the war between Ukraine and Russia appear to be fading after reports of fresh clashes and drone strikes despite a recently announced ceasefire. Guest: Prof. Andre Duvenhage - Professor of Research at

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17:03

The Briefing debate: Are South African xenophobic?

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2026/05/11

Guest: Mashoabathe Noko, Programme Manager at the Foundation for Human Rights and member of the Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia coordinating committee Guest: Kenneth Kgwadi, political scientist, columnist, former spokesman of the PAC. and research fellow at Middle East Africa Research Institute.

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4:30

Built in Mzansi: How Namhla Collection is...

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2026/05/11

Built in Mzansi: How Namhla Collection is transforming indigenous South African plants into eco-luxury skincare and home spa products Guest: Namhla Dotwana - Founder of Namhla Collection

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7:09

The pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/11

Omry Makgoale - ANC Veteran The pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa after the African Transformation Movement confirmed it will pursue a motion of no confidence linked to the Phala Phala scandal. What does this political moment mean for the country, parliament, GNU and could it deepen uncertainty in South Africa?

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7:40

Phala Phala ConCourt Judgment: Political Party Reactions

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

The Constitutional Court has ruled in favour of the Economic Freedom Fighters, finding that the National Assembly acted unlawfully when it voted in December 2022 to reject the Section 89 Independent Panel report into President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala scandal.The judgment, delivered at 10AM this morning at Constitutional Hill in Braamfontein, marks one of the most consequential rulings against a sitting head of state in the country's democratic history. The court has ordered Parliament to

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1:00

As the nation waits for this pivotal Phala Phala...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

As the nation waits for this pivotal Phala Phala court ruling, what could it mean for the country’s political landscape and for public trust in leadership? Guest: Ntebo Mokobo - SABC Political Journalist

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6:29

As South Africa awaits the Constitutional Court’s...

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2026/05/08

As South Africa awaits the Constitutional Court’s crucial Phala Phala judgment on the 8th of May, questions are mounting about the political future of President Cyril Ramaphosa and what could happen if the court rules against him. Guest:Brutus Malada - political strategist and a PhD candidate in the department of political studies at the University of Johannesburg.

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9:05

The Reality Check: Resolving the National Question on...

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2026/05/08

The Reality Check: Resolving the National Question on the 30th anniversary of the “I am an African” speech: Towards a capacious notion of (South) African identity rooted in historical justice, human rights, and ethical governanc Guest:Prof TshepoMadlingozi- Adjunct Professor at Nelson Mandela University and Extraordinary Professor at Stellenbosch University and Commissioner at the SA Human Rights Commission responsible for Anti-Racism, Education and Equality

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9:39

The Global Briefing: The World Health Organization is...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

The Global Briefing: The World Health Organization is leading an international response after a rare strain of hantavirus linked to a cruise ship outbreak left at least three people dead and triggered a global tracing operation across multiple countries. In Russia, the Kremlin is tightening security ahead of Victory Day celebrations. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has unveiled its first intercontinental ballistic missile: the Yildirimhan. Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science

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12:07

All eyes are on the Constitutional Court of South...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

All eyes are on the Constitutional Court of South Africa as it prepares to deliver its long-awaited, landmark judgment on the controversial Phala Phala saga today. The case, which centres on allegations linked to President Cyril Ramaphosa, has raised critical questions about accountability, transparency, and the rule of law. Guest: Adv. Lufuno Nevondwe, Constitutional Law Expert, University of Limpopo Guest: Ntebo Mokobo - SABC Political Journalist

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8:15

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

1. Botswana- Rwanda Kagame Hails Rwanda-Botswana Ties Relations between Rwanda and Botswana have entered a new era, thanks to President Paul Kagame's state visit to Gaborone on Wednesday, May 6, during which he met with his counterpart, Duma Boko. During the two-day visit, six agreements were signed for cooperation in various areas, including double taxation avoidance, visa abolition for select passport holders, air services, health, and trade and investment. A Memorandum

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9:03

The IEC, in partnership with the Electoral Institute...

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

The IEC, in partnership with the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa - EISA, launched the issue titled “Sustaining Multi-Party Democracy through Enhancing Political Funding in South Africa.” Guest: Dr Victor Shale - Deputy Chief Electoral Officer for Outreach at the Electoral Commission of South Africa

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4:39

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

The National Briefing ·

2026/05/08

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter FlySafairextends fuel surcharge as Middle East conflict keeps jet fuel elevated Moody’s warns of slower growth due to Middle East tensions Market update

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13:19

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana issued a scathing...

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2026/05/08

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana issued a scathing letter to the City of Johannesburg declaring the city in "severe financial distress". At the heart of this distress is irregular expenditure, a liquidity crisis (creditors bill worth R25.2 billion) and a wage deal the City cannot afford. Guest: Mr. Andrew Donaldson - Research Associate at the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit in the School of Economics at the University of Cape Town

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