PODCAST

THE MORNING BRIEF

SAfm

THE MORNING BRIEF

government

All Episodes

4:33

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Standard Bank flags forex risks in Mozambique 2. iOCO plans to continue its share buyback strategy 3. Markets

en-US

7:00

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU)...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) in Nelson Mandela Bay says the ongoing governance and service delivery failures in the metro are not simply the result of political infighting or administrative incompetence, but reflect a deeper, structural crisis in South Africa’s municipal funding and governance model.  Guest:MziyandaMacanda:GqeberhaLocal Secretary of SAFTU

en-US

5:04

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Copper hits record high 2. BYD is on track to top Tesla as the worlds leading EV seller 3. Markets

en-US

8:39

South Africa is set to host a controversial...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

South Africa is set to host a controversial multinational naval exercise with BRICS-Plus countries in January 2026, led by China and taking place in South African waters. The exercise, confirmed by the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), has already drawn criticism over its geopolitical implications, particularly due to the likely participation of Russia and Iran.  Guest: DeanWingrin: Defence Analyst

en-US

5:37

A school principal, an attorney, a teacher and even a...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

A school principal, an attorney, a teacher and even a police officer are among thousands of people arrested for drunk driving this festive season, as traffic authorities intensify roadblocks across South Africa. Guest: Simon Zwane: Spokesperson, Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC)

en-US

7:45

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 6 January 2026 1. Venezuela – Afrika The abduction and capture of Maduro: What are the strategic lessons for African leaders in the age of precision power? What unfolded in the early hours of Saturday under Operation Absolute Resolve was not merely a regime-change operation; it was a demonstration of how modern power is exercised in the

en-US

4:55

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US manufacturing activity contracts in December 2. Nvidia unveils plans to power self driving cars 3. Markets

en-US

6:53

The United Nations (UN) Security Council held an...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/06

The United Nations (UN) Security Council held an emergency session in New York to address the United States’ (US) rendition of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro from Caracas. Guest: Prof. Christopher Gevers, Associate Professor Wits Law School and Director of the Centre for Applied Legal Studies.

en-US

4:38

A disturbing viral video showing young children...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

A disturbing viral video showing young children allegedly being given alcohol by adults in the Eastern Cape has sparked widespread public outrage. The Department of Social Development (DSD) has condemned the incident, warning that such behaviour endangers children’s wellbeing and violates the law. Guest:PhinahKodisang: Soul City CEO

en-US

8:33

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US custody following American strikes on Caracas, as President Donald Trump declares the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. While some Venezuelans are celebrating what they see as the end of an era, others fear what comes next.  Guest: Carlos Feo Acevedo- Venezuelan Ambassador to South Africa

en-US

9:06

Bafana Bafana knocked out by Cameroon at the Africa...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Bafana Bafana knocked out by Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 last 16 Guest: NkululekoNkewu: Co-founder ofiDiskiMedia

en-US

4:49

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter SA maintains a trade surplus for most of 2025 2. Novus’ takeover of Mustek hits a snag 3. Markets

en-US

7:54

Cape Town is preparing for one of its most vibrant...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Cape Town is preparing for one of its most vibrant cultural celebrations as the official Tweede Nuwe Jaar event takes place on Today. Thousands of performers will take to the streets in a free public parade, highlighting the Kaapse Klopse tradition — a cornerstone of the Western Cape’s cultural heritage.  Guest: Ricardo Mackenzie, Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport in the Western Cape

en-US

5:24

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Why are companies delisting from the jse? Canal+ strikes a deal with Warner bros 3. Markets

en-US

10:16

South Africa enters 2026 at a political crossroads....

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

South Africa enters 2026 at a political crossroads. With local government elections due later this year, the balance of power at the grassroots is up for grabs following the ANC’s historic loss of its national majority in 2024. As coalition politics, economic pressure and voter frustration converge, the coming months could reshape how the country is governed — from city halls to the Union Buildings.  Guest: Sanusha Naidu: Political Analyst & Senior Research Associate with the

en-US

7:27

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 05 January 2026 1. Uganda- Kampala Uganda decides 2026 in 10 days - Police Dismiss Claims of Plot to Detain Bobi Wine Before Election Day Police have dismissed claims that there is a security plot to detain National Unity Platform leader and presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, before Uganda's January 15

en-US

8:35

South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela Guest: Chrispin Phiri: spokesperson, Department of InternationalRelationsand Cooperation (Dirco)

en-US

6:45

Authorities in Mpumalanga have placed emergency...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Authorities in Mpumalanga have placed emergency services on full alert as severe weather continues to batter the province. A powerful hailstorm has caused damage, electricityoutagesand dangerous road conditions, prompting officials to urge residents and motorists to exercise extreme caution as unpredictable weather persists across large parts of South Africa.  Guest: FreddyNgobe, Head of Communication at Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and TraditionalAffairs  (CoGHSTA)

en-US

7:49

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US custody following American strikes on Caracas, as President Donald Trump declares the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. While some Venezuelans are celebrating what they see as the end of an era, others fear what comes next.  Guest: Lyall White: director of theCentre for Leadership & Dialogue at GIBS and research associate of The Brenthurst Foundation

en-US

4:53

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

THE MORNING BRIEF ·

2026/01/05

Why are companies delisting from the jse? Canal+ strikes a deal with Warner bros Markets

en-US

14,121 results

THE MORNING BRIEF

All Episodes

Similar Podcasts

The Fly

Georgetown"s Institute of Politics and...

THE CONSTITUTION STUDY

Paul Engel

The DSR Daily

The DSR Network

The Lawfare Podcast

The Lawfare Institute

Fora do Baralho

Rádio Observador