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Stellenbosch University has defended its 2026...

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2026/02/17

Stellenbosch University has defended its 2026 admissions process following public allegations of unfair treatment after a rejected application sparked controversy.The dispute escalated after Parents for Equal Education South Africa, questioned whether coloured students were being disproportionately affectedby admissions decisions within the university’s highly competitive selection process.  Guest: Vanessa Le Roux: founder of Parents for Equal Education South Africa

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8:55

The Zulu Royal Chancellor, Inkosi Malusi Zondi, has...

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2026/02/17

The Zulu Royal Chancellor, Inkosi Malusi Zondi, has vowed to defend the interests of black and emerging farmers following the collapse and pending liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, one of the largest sugar industry players in KwaZulu-Natal and the broader Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Guest:InkosiMalusi Zondi: The Zulu Royal Chancellor

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4:37

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/17

US tariffs push South African wine prices higher (in the states) 2. Trelidor bets on growth in the UK 3. Market update

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7:12

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/02/17

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 17 February 2026 1. Madagascar- Mozambique – Cyclone Gezani Madagascar cyclone death toll rises to 59 as devastation mounts The death toll from Cyclone Gezani, which slammed into Madagascar's east coast since last week, has been increased to 59, with 15 people still missing and more than 16,000 displaced, the country's disaster agency

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5:31

The Israeli government has approved a controversial...

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2026/02/17

The Israeli government has approved a controversial plan to restart land registration in Area C of the occupied West Bank for the first time since 1967. The move would allow the state to formally register large areas of land as Israeli state property if Palestinian residents cannot prove ownership — a process critics say will accelerate settlement expansion and amount to “de facto annexation.” Guest:ThembisaFakude: Director at Africa Asia Dialogues

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9:19

South Africa’s Cultural, Creative and Sports...

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2026/02/16

South Africa’s Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries (CCI&S) contributed an estimated R271.2 billion to the national economy in 2023 — accounting for about 3.9% of GDP, according to the Capstone Report 2025 by the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO). Guest: UnathiLutshaba: Executive director, South African Cultural Observatory (SACO)

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9:48

According to the Neurological Association of South...

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2026/02/16

According to the Neurological Association of South Africa (NASA), up to 70% ofpeople living with epilepsy could live seizure-free ifproperly diagnosedand treated — highlighting a significant treatment gap driven by limited awareness,accessand persistent myths.  Guest: Dr James Butler: Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa

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4:53

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/16

Warner brothers’ board weighs improved Paramount bid 2. FMD outbreak triggers Zambian ban on SA cattle 3. Market update

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8:31

A court secretary who accused Eastern Cape Judge...

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2026/02/16

A court secretary who accused Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge of sexual harassment has been relocated to another court for her wellbeing, as the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) prepares to decide the judge’s fate. Guest:Prof Amanda Gouws is South African Research Chairs Initiative(SARChi)chair in gender politics, Stellenbosch University

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9:20

In his recent State of the Nation Address, President...

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2026/02/16

In his recent State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa proposed the creation of specialised courts to fast-track infrastructure-related tender disputes. While aimed at speeding up stalled projects, critics argue the proposal misdiagnoses the real problem in South Africa’s judiciary: a severe and long-standing shortage of judges. Without significantly expanding judicial capacity, they warn, specialised courts risk becoming a cosmetic fix rather than a structural solution.

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6:39

A newly surfaced video shows Buyelekhaya...

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2026/02/16

A newly surfaced video shows Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo announcing that three Amakhosiare no longer recognised as chiefs — among them Mandla Mandela. Thedevelopment has sparked intense debate within traditional leadership circles and raised critical legal and cultural questions. Guest: Kgosi Larmeck Mokoena: President of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa)

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7:31

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/02/16

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 16 February 2026 Special report on the 39th AU Summit that concluded yesterday on Ethiopia Addis Ababa 1. Ethiopia – Addis Ababa H.E. President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi has been formally elected as the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) for the year 2026, taking over the rotating leadership from Angola’s João

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4:01

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/16

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US inflation eased in January2. Japans economy barely grows in Q4 of 20253. Market update

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8:06

At the Munich Security Conference, US Secretary of...

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2026/02/16

At the Munich Security Conference, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio moved to reassure European leaders that Washingtonremainscommitted to the transatlantic alliance, declaring that America’s destiny will “always be intertwined” with Europe’s. Guest: Anthoni vanNieuwkerk - professor of International and Diplomacy Studies at the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs

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8:22

Love, music and timeless soul will take centre stage...

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2026/02/13

Love, music and timeless soul will take centre stage at Carnival City’s Big Top Arena as legendary South African artist Ringo Madlingozi headlines the Ringo Valentine’s Experience. Guest: Ringo Madlingozi: Musician

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9:28

This year marks 20 years since the establishment of...

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2026/02/13

This year marks 20 years since the establishment of the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF), a continental initiative created to strengthen Africa’s representation and capacity within UNESCO’s World Heritage system. Despite being home to some of the world’s oldest civilizations, richest biodiversity, and most significant cultural landscapes, Africa has historically been underrepresented on the World Heritage List and overrepresented on the List of World Heritage in Danger. Guest: Dr

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5:08

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/13

South32 confirms closure of Mozal aluminium IHS Towers offloads Brazilian fibre unit ahead of potential MTN deal Market update

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4:57

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/13

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter SAB flags high sin taxes, says it fuels illicit alcohol trade Pork prices spike amid disease outbreaks Market update

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5:31

State of the Nation address reaction by trade unions

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2026/02/13

State of the Nation address reaction by trade unions Guest: Mathew Parks: Parliamentary Coordinator, Congress of South African Trade Union (COSATU)

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5:55

State of the Nation address reaction by youth

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2026/02/13

State of the Nation address reaction by youth Guest: Maphefo Sipula: Head of Research and impact at property point

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