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9:20

As fears of irresponsible binge-drinking – behind...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/26

As fears of irresponsible binge-drinking – behind soaring road fatalities and gender-based violence – have gripped South Africa during the festive season, the liquor industry has called for responsible alcohol usage. Guest: Lucky Ntimane - Convener: the National Liquor Traders’ Association (NLTA)

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14:59

The Public Servants Association (PSA) says it has...

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2024/12/26

The Public Servants Association (PSA) says it has been inundated with calls from union members after the Government Employees Medical Scheme (Gems) membership subscription increased by 13.4% for next year. Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi Principal Officer-Government Employees Medical Scheme (Gems)

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5:17

The levels of dams in the Vaal catchment are much...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/26

Guest: Carin Bosman - Owner and Director Of Carin Bosman Sustainable Solution

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6:12

The holiday season often brings joy and celebration,...

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2024/12/26

Guest: Mr Ramphelane Morewane: Acting Deputy Director General for Health Programmes at the Department of Health

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9:55

In Mozambique, police stations and schools have been...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/25

In Mozambique, police stations and schools have been burnt down, toll gates destroyed, and other public infrastructure damaged, while the main road to the airport in Maputo was barricaded under the latest nationwide protests dubbed "Turbo V8". Guest: Prof. Adriano Nuvunga, director of the Centre for Democracy and Human Rights (CDD)

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7:54

Protests have broken out in Syria over the burning of...

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2024/12/25

Guest: Thembisa Fakude - senior research fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues

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6:32

SA Gov call for talks in Mozambique

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2024/12/25

Chrispin Phiri - DIRCO Spokesperson

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6:34

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) has...

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2024/12/25

Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa - Chair South African Medical Association

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8:10

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru),...

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2024/12/25

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru), is urgently calling for the nationalisation of traffic police officers under the Department of Transport, following the release of a mid-festive season safety report which showed a 3% increase in road fatalities since December 1. Guest: Richard Mamabolo - POPCRU Spokesperson

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7:21

Alarmed by the high rate of initiate injuries and...

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2024/12/25

Alarmed by the high rate of initiate injuries and deaths in the Eastern Cape, two members of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of SA (Contralesa) leadership have made a call for traditional male initiation to be halted for two years to address the crisis. Guest: Kgosi Mathupa Mokeona - Contralesa president

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4:53

AFRICA UPDATE WITH SIPHO MANTULA

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2024/12/25

Afrika Update Report Extended 25 December 2024 1. Mozambique – Maputo At least 21 people have been killed in unrest since Mozambique’s top court confirmed the governing party Frelimo’s victory in disputed elections. The dead include at least two police officers, Interior Minister Pascoal Ronda has informed the media yesterday. 2. Mozambique – South Afrika South Africa calls on all parties to commit to an urgent dialogue in Mozambique Following the proclamation final electoral

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4:51

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/25

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Joburg Festival of Lights, where dazzling illuminations, captivating performances, and a host of family-friendly activities come together to create the ultimate festive atmosphere. Guest: Lindiwe Lekasapa - Executive Producer for festival of light

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8:49

SERVICE providers for KwaZulu-Natal's National School...

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2024/12/25

SERVICE providers for KwaZulu-Natal's National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) are raising alarm again over delayed payments. They have also alleged mismanagement by the provincial Department of Education. Guest: Mr Lindani Matiwane – chairperson: KwaZulu-Natal's National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP)

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10:19

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group has...

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2024/12/24

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group has now said as South Africans approach the festive season, which for many is a time to unwind and celebrate, it is also a period that brings undue financial stress and family issues to the surface, leading to an increase in anxiety, depression, loneliness, and domestic violence fuelled by alcohol. Guest: Professor Saths Cooper: Past President: Psychological Society of SA

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10:47

On 23 December 2024, the Information Regulator...

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2024/12/24

On 23 December 2024, the Information Regulator (Regulator) issued an Infringement Notice to the Department of Basic Education (DBE) in which it ordered the DBE to pay an administrative fine of R5 million following its failure to comply with the Enforcement Notice issued by the Regulator on 18 November 2024. Guest: Adv. Pansy Tlakula is the Chairperson of the Information Regulator of South Africa

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4:40

The Bela Act is not a silver bullet for solving South...

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2024/12/24

The Bela Act is not a silver bullet for solving South Africa’s education challenges. However, what it will potentially achieve is addressing the sad legacy of apartheid where language was weaponised and used as a tool to separate people, writes Professor Thabo Ditsele Guest: Prof Thabo Ditsele is a full professor of sociolinguistics and linguistic anthropology, and an NRF-rated researcher. He is based at Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria.

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16:13

MORE than 35% of children are dating someone they met...

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2024/12/24

MORE than 35% of children are dating someone they met online and have never met in real life. Children as young as 12 were also found to be accessing dating apps, often bypassing age restrictions with ease. This is according to the latest annual statistics report from the National Centre for Child Protection (NCCP) Guest: Danie Van Loggerenberg: Managing Director of the National Centre For Child Protection

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9:32

At least 28 people, including children, have died in...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/24

At least 28 people, including children, have died in a wave of Israeli military strikes throughout the Gaza Strip, according to Gaza's civil defence agency. A school sheltering displaced families was among the facilities struck, killing eight people including four children over the weekend, the agency said. Guest: Arina Muresan - Researcher For The Institute For Global Dialogue

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8:43

AFRICA UPDATE WITH SIPHO MANTULA

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/24

The Morning Brief Afrika Update Report 24 December 2024 1. Mozambique- Maputo Frelimo’s Chapo declared winner of disputed Mozambique elections The Mozambican Constitutional Council has declared Daniel Chapo of the Frelimo party as the winner of the disputed October elections. Maputo has seen massive protests after the poll. Opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has vowed to intensify demonstrations. Mondlane says the polls were rigged. There are fears that the announcement by the Constitutional

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5:15

Mozambique’s Constitutional Council today proclaimed...

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2024/12/24

Mozambique’s Constitutional Council today proclaimed Daniel Chapo, the candidate supported by Frelimo, as the winner of the presidential election with 65.17% of the votes, succeeding Filipe Nyusi as President of the Republic. Guest: Estacios Valoi - Journalist In Mozambique

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