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5:02

Anti-alcohol organisations to march against alcohol...

First Take SA ·

2026/02/18

Members of the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance South Africa, together with other anti‑alcohol organisations will today march to Parliament to raise concern about the harmful impact of alcohol on children and local communities. Organisers point to alcohol abuse as a major factor behind high murder rates on the Cape Flats and they are calling for stronger measures to curb its availability and protect vulnerable residents. Elvis Presslin spoke to Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance South

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7:14

DA: Gauteng lost 54 000 jobs in fourth quarter of 2025

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2026/02/18

The Democratic Alliance says Gauteng lost 54,000 jobs in the fourth quarter of 2025, the steepest decline of any province. This with unemployment at 33 % and about 2-point-56 million residents out of work. DA leader Solly Msimanga links the slump to under‑investment caused by high crime, power and water outages and crumbling infrastructure, especially in central business districts such as Johannesburg. DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Economic Development, Mike Moriarty spoke to Elvis Presslin

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6:44

ACDP appalled by disruptions at a school in Benoni

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2026/02/17

The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) says it is appalled by last week's disruptions to teaching and learning at Wordsworth High School in Benoni- East of Gauteng. ACDP Cllr Palesa Yates says the protest by community members supporting girl learners wishing to wear male school uniforms amounts to grandstanding by those with an inappropriate political agenda. Our schools need to focus on preparing our children for the world of work and not on encouraging sexuality in those still too young to

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5:28

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2026/02/17

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

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5:46

ActionSA shortlists five candidates for Joburg mayor...

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2026/02/17

ActionSA leader and former Johannesburg mayor Herman Mashaba has entered the race for the city's mayoral seat ahead of the 2026 local government elections. The party's selection committee has shortlisted five candidates, including Mashaba, national chairperson Michael Beaumont, party spokesperson Lerato Ngobeni, Gauteng provincial leader Funzi Ngobeni and MP Dereleen James. Interviews began on Monday and a final decision will be announced on Saturday. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA National

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5:23

DA in Ekurhuleni welcomes suspension of two senior...

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2026/02/17

The Democratic Alliance in the City of Ekurhuleni has welcomed the decision to place Head of Legal Services Kemi Behari and Head of Human Resources Linda Qxasheka on full suspension. Both officials were named in the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria for failing to discipline suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi. A report from police watchdog IPID recommended disciplinary action against Mkhwanazi over an alleged corrupt contract with a private security firm linked to

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4:33

Three farmers and Eskom employee to appear in court

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2026/02/17

Three farmers and an Eskom employee are expected to appear in the Randfontein Magistrate's Court today for their bail applications. The suspects stand accused for alleged electricity theft and illegal connections. Eskom Gauteng Spokesperson, Amanda Qithi spoke to Elvis Presslin

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5:32

SANDF ready for deployment to gang-affected communities

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2026/02/17

Deputy Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Bantu Holomisa says the South African National Defence Force is ready to deploy soldiers to gang‑affected communities nationwide, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address. Civic group Cape Forum has welcomed the plan, saying a military presence in areas such as the Cape Flats could help bring stability. For reaction Elvis Presslin spoke to Heindrich Wyngaard, Cape Forum Executive Chairperson

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6:11

Oudtshoorn Activists Demand Arrests After Child Assault

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2026/02/16

Community activists In Oudtshoorn, Western Cape are demanding the immediate arrest of those behind a disturbing assault on children, that's now gone viral online. Police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg says a case of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm has been opened and that investigators are still piecing together exactly what happened. Locals are furious and insist the perpetrators face charges without delay. Fresh photos circulating on social media reveal serious injuries on at

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13:05

WASP Condemns Abahlali Leader Killing

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2026/02/16

The Workers and Socialist Party, (WASP) has condemned the killing of Abahlali baseMjondolo leader Zweli "Khabazela" Mkhize, who was shot on Thursday evening in eNkanini, Ellandale, Gauteng. Police say two hitmen arrived in a Renault and gunned him down at a friend's home. WASP says Mkhize's death is part of a pattern of violence against Abahlali baseMjondolo leaders and holds the state responsible for creating conditions that enable such attacks. The party has called for a police investigation and

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4:57

E-Hailing Murder Suspect in Court

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2026/02/16

A woman arrested in connection with the brutal murder of an e-hailing driver in Pretoria West is expected to appear in the Atteridgeville Magistrate's Court today.She faces charges of hijacking and murder. Police say the driver was overpowered inside his vehicle after picking up a man and a woman who had requested the ride. The hijacked vehicle and the driver's body were later found in Atteridgeville on the same day. Elvis Presslin spoke to National E-hailing Federation of South Africa (NEFSA)

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6:47

ANC Gauteng Pushes to Keep EFF Ties

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2026/02/16

The ANC in Gauteng has expressed its desire to maintain cooperation with the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in all municipalities across the province. This comes after EFF leader Julius Malema announced earlier this month that his party would terminate its cooperation agreements with the ANC in Gauteng. Malema accused ANC Ekurhuleni chairperson Dr. Nkosidipile Xakaza of attempting to exclude the EFF from its governance responsibilities in the metro. Speaking on the sidelines of the ANC's two‑day

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5:23

Gauteng Scholar Transport Back on Roads

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2026/02/16

Scholar transport services across Gauteng will resume this morning after the Gauteng Small Bus Operators Council (GASBOC) confirmed receipt of payment from the provincial Department of Education. The services had been suspended due to non-payment by the department, affecting thousands of learners. Elvis Presslin spoke to Secretary of Gauteng Small Bus Operators Council (GASBOC), Paul Zikhali

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7:43

Undocumented Nationals a Growing Concern - COPE

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2026/02/16

The Congress of the People (COPE) says undocumented foreign nationals are a growing concern in South Africa, citing challenges at border management and its impact on local communities. The party raised issues around crime, drug trafficking, and violence against women and children, calling for stronger leadership and citizen-focused governance. Elvis Presslin spoke to COPE's National Chairperson, Pakes Dikgetsi

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6:19

President Ramaphosa to ease the burden on local...

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2026/02/13

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the National Government will ease pressure on local municipalities by simplifying the system. Where municipalities fail, he says national government will intervene more quickly and direct corrective measures to better serve the people. Ramaphosa also announced a National Water Crisis Committee, which he will chair, to address water problems across the country. Johannesburg Metro is the latest area facing serious water issues. Technical experts and resources will be

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5:56

President Ramaphosa deploys SANDF members to hotspots

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2026/02/13

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the South African National Defense Force (SANDF) will be deployed to support police in dealing with gang violence and illegal mining in the Western Cape, Gauteng and other provinces. The announcement was made last night during his State of the Nation Address. For the latest, we're now joined by Specialist Investigator, Mike Bolhuis...

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5:00

The NTA warns against any calls to remove scholars...

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2026/02/13

The National Taxi Alliance says it takes seriously any calls to remove scholars from its taxis. The Greater Gauteng Learner Transport Organisation will hold a stay‑away from school today, protesting what it calls "abuse and impoundment of learner transport operators' vehicles" and unpaid invoices. The Taxi Alliance says while it respects the right to strike, it has asked scholar transport operators not to disrupt its services to stranded learners. For the latest, we're joined on the line by Theo

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5:37

Stories making business headlines across the African...

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2026/02/13

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15:01

: Political parties have responded with mixed...

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2026/02/13

Political parties have responded with mixed reactions to President Ramaphosa SONA in Cape Town last night. Some parties praised the speech, highlighting areas of alignment with their policies. Others expressed skepticism, saying the address contained nothing new and was full of empty promises. For more on the reactions, we're joined by Political analyst, Dr. Levy Ndou…

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7:14

Don't spend money you don't have in the name of love

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2026/02/13

Love is blind… but debt is not. This is according to Debt Advisors who advise about the messy link between love and money. This Valentine's Day, as South Africans spend big on romance in a tight economy, debt experts warn that flashy gestures often hide financial pressure and undisclosed debt, problems that surface later, when it's hardest to escape. We are now joined on the line by Sharon Mmitsi, Debt Counsellor at National Debt Advisors

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