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AFRICA UPDATE WITH SIPHO MANTULA

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2024/12/17

The Morning Brief Afrika Update Report 17 December 2024 1. Nigeria - Gambia ECOWAS creates tribunal for Yahya Jammeh's crimes West African regional bloc ECOWAS on Sunday approved the creation of a special tribunal to try crimes committed in Gambia during the military dictatorship.The historic decision was announced at a summit of regional heads of state held in Nigeria's capital, Abuja. 2. Israel -Syria- Ghana UN Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Major-General Anita Asmah of

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5:42

The Commission for Gender Equality conducted research...

The National Briefing ·

2024/12/17

The Commission for Gender Equality conducted research on sexual harassment at Nelson Mandela, North-West and Sol Plaatje universities. Participants in the study from North-West University told researchers some students engaged in sex work to survive. Guest: Javu Baloyi - Commission For Gender Equality Spokesperson

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5:53

Public Interest SA expresses its deep dismay and...

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2024/12/17

Public Interest SA expresses its deep dismay and unequivocal condemnation of the Energy Council of South Africa’s decision to appoint the disgraced management consultancy Bain & Co. to run its project management office. This decision is not only a stark affront to South Africans still grappling with the devastating consequences of state capture but also an affront to the principles of accountability and justice. Guest: Tebogo Khaas - chairman of Public Interest SA

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8:59

State of football and sports as regards to governance...

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2024/12/17

State of football and sports as regards to governance and finances in response to an interview Jon Gericke did yesterday with the Department of Arts and Culture advancing R5 million to SAFA for player salaries Guest: Adv Norman Arendse - Senior Counsel

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5:39

A recent ruling by the Johannesburg high court in...

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2024/12/17

A recent ruling by the Johannesburg high court in South Africa has put the definition and control of the “family house” under African customary law under the spotlight. The ruling touches on sensitive issues of cultural heritage, statutory laws of property, and South Africa’s history of racial discrimination. Guest: Anthony Diala - Professor of African legal pluralism and Director, Centre for Legal Integration in Africa, University of the Western Cape

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5:28

The Presidency has noted with concern the recent...

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2024/12/17

The Presidency has noted with concern the recent appointments of McKinsey as a supporting partner to the B20, the business engagement group that meets on the sidelines of the G20 and coordinates the participation of business in the G20, and Bain to the Project Management Office of the Energy Council of South Africa. Guest: Khaya Sithole – Independent Analyst

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5:11

The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation (JHF) is...

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2024/12/17

The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation (JHF) is optimistic the Johannesburg City Library, the biggest library in the city, will reopen partially in the first quarter of next year – three years after it was closed to the public. Guest: David Fleminger: Chairperson of the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation

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6:34

South Africa's summer fire season has just begun in...

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2024/12/17

South Africa's summer fire season has just begun in the Western Cape, and the wildfire crisis has already claimed 34 lives this year—18 of them firefighters. While none of the fallen were from Working on Fire (WoF), this tragic record highlights the escalating risks faced by all firefighters in a changing climate. Guest: Trevor Abrahams - MD: Working on Fire

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10:11

Batho Pele Movement (BPM) is calling for the...

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2024/12/16

Guest: Veliswa Mvenya – Leader Batho Pele Movement (BPM)

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9:39

The Department of Sports,Arts and Culture has given...

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2024/12/16

Guest: Dr Cynthia Khumalo: Acting Director General, Department of Sports,Arts and Culture

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9:11

EXTENDED AFRICA UPDATE WITH SIPHO MANTULA

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2024/12/16

The Morning Brief Afrika Update Report (Extended) 16 December 2024 1. Angola – DR Congo and Rwanda Rwanda, DR Congo peace talks hit snag as mediator Angola calls off meeting DRC presidency says talks had hit deadlock over a Rwandan demand that the DRC hold direct dialogue with M23. Peace talks between the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to end the conflict in the eastern DRC have been called off, according to the Angolan presidency, which has been mediating

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8:43

The Department of Basic Education has filed papers in...

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2024/12/16

The Department of Basic Education has filed papers in the Pretoria High Court to set aside the enforcement notice issued by the Information Regulator. That means Matric Results will be released to newspapers that wish to carry them on 13 January 2025. Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson: Department of Basic Education

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10:30

The scale of contraband in South African prisons...

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2024/12/16

The scale of contraband in South African prisons needs the government to have both political will and solid strategy to curb criminal activities within and beyond prison walls, experts say. Guest: William Els - Senior Training Coordinator on terrorism and explosives-related incidents at the Institute for Security Studies

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11:06

The US has made "direct contact" with the HTS rebels...

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2024/12/16

The US has made "direct contact" with the HTS rebels who now control Syria after toppling the Assad regime, Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said. It is the first acknowledgement of direct American contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which the US currently still designates as a terrorist organisation Guest: Saber Ahmed Jazbhay - human rights lawyer and analyst.

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8:54

the concept of moving towards a smoke-free future,...

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2024/12/16

the concept of moving towards a smoke-free future, the role of regulation, and efforts to tackle the illicit tobacco market. Given the increasing focus on health-conscious policies and the need for better enforcement mechanisms, this is a timely and engaging topic for your audience. Guest: Brane Bibic - Area VP Sub-Saharan Africa • Philip Morris International

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15:02

As part of ongoing efforts to promote road safety and...

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2024/12/16

As part of ongoing efforts to promote road safety and prevent road accidents, the Automobile Association highlights the crucial importance of managing both physical and mental fatigue, as well as ensuring vehicle regular maintenance. With the rise in road-related accidents – many of which are attributed to driver impairment – drivers and vehicle owners need to take pro-active steps to safeguard themselves, their passengers, and other road users. Guest: Eleanor Mavimbela: Automobile

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7:35

The top six positions in the Economic Freedom...

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2024/12/16

The top six positions in the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have been elected unopposed at the National People’s Assembly (NPA) held at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was not seen at the National People's Assembly Guest: Samkele Maseko - Senior Political Reporter. SABC

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6:41

While Johannesburg residents will be facing a dry...

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2024/12/13

While Johannesburg residents will be facing a dry long weekend due to maintenance of infrastructure, Rand Water has been slated over the ‘poor timing’ of a three-and-half day shutdown as this poses a health risk with many people having gatherings where water will be needed. Guest: Dr Ferrial Adam – WaterCAN Executive manager

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3:40

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Thursday...

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2024/12/13

Guest: Roland Henwood - Political Scientist And Commentator At University of Pretoria

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7:37

THE Minister of Communications and Digital...

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2024/12/13

Guest: Solly Malatsi - Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies

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