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Civil society organisation WaterCAN warns that the...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/09

Civil society organisation WaterCAN warns that the water crisis in parts of Johannesburg has already crossed the threshold of a disaster and is calling on the national government to urgently declare Johannesburg a national disaster area to unlock emergency resources, enforce coordination and protect residents’ dignity and health.  Guest:David Mahlobo: Deputy Minister, Department of Water & Sanitation

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7:15

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/02/09

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 9 February 2026 1. DR Kongo-MONUSCO- South Africa South Africa has announced its withdrawal from a United Nations mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s office this past weekend had informed the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, of the decision. South Africa has supported the United Nations

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4:33

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/09

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Barrick gold plans to spinoff US assets 2. New Chinese chipmaker debuts on Hong Kong stock exchange 3. Market update

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6:11

Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi,...

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2026/02/09

Japan’s first female prime minister, SanaeTakaichi, has secured a commanding mandate after calling a rare mid-winter snap election, overcoming blizzards, marketjittersand geopolitical tensions to deliver her Liberal Democratic Party a landslide victory.  Guest: Prof David Monyae is the Director for the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg

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8:47

Tax professionals are bracing for a major shift in...

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2026/02/06

Tax professionals are bracing for a major shift in South Africa’s VAT landscape as the South African Revenue Service (Sars) prepares to release the full framework for VAT e-invoicing later this year. The initiative is expected to fundamentally change how VAT data is captured, reported and monitored, with phased implementation beginning this year and full operational capability targeted for 2028. Guest: Professor KeithEngel: Chief Executive Officer(CEO), South African Institute of

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4:43

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Glencore walks away from Rio tinto merger bid2. MTN eyes majority stake in IHS towers3. Market update

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7:07

Discovery Health Medical Scheme has released new...

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2026/02/06

Discovery Health Medical Scheme has released new cancer insights ahead of World Cancer Day, revealing a 3.8% increase in new cancer registrations and a 7.1% rise in total members registered for cancer care between 2024 and 2025.  Guest: DrNoluthandoNematswerani: Chief Clinical Officer at Discovery Health

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6:53

The Limpopo provincial government says it may need...

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2026/02/06

The Limpopo provincial government says it may need close to R10 billion to fully recover from devastating floods that have claimed 27 lives, damaged more than 3 000 homes, and rendered 439 roads unusable since December 2025. Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba says the scale of destruction far exceeds initial estimates, as the province enters the official disaster phase and awaits further national support. Guest: Emmanuel Mongwe: Media Liaison Officer, Limpopo Department of Public Works,Roadsand

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3:59

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Glencore walks away from Rio tinto merger bid2. MTN eyes majority stake in IHS towers3. Market update

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4:22

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent...

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2026/02/06

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent strengthening of witness protection measures following an apparent attempted hit on a man linked to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. The incident has reignited serious concerns about the safety of witnesses and informants connected to high-profile investigations into corruption and criminal networks within law-enforcement structures. Guest: Chad Thomas: Crime expert and director of IRS Investigations

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7:01

Water outages across large parts of Midrand have...

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2026/02/06

Water outages across large parts of Midrand have entered a second week, leaving residents struggling to work, care for their families and maintain basic hygiene, as frustration mounts over infrastructure failures, poor communication and repeated disruptions.  Guest: GugulethuQuma: Joburg Water Operations Manager

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4:22

Johannesburg Water says supply is gradually improving...

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2026/02/06

Johannesburg Water says supply is gradually improving in Midrand after days of outages, but many residentsremainwithout water as the city’s aging and fragile water infrastructure continues to buckle under repeated failures.  Guest: Bonginkosi Nhlapo: Chairperson for the Noordwyk Residents Association (NRA) in Midrand

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7:51

French authorities have escalated their investigation...

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2026/02/06

French authorities have escalated their investigation into social media platform X by summoning billionaire owner Elon Musk for a voluntary interview and searching the company’s French offices, amid allegations that its algorithm may have been used to interfere in French politics.  Guest: Lucien Pierce: Director at specialist IT & Cybersecurity law firm, PPM Attorneys in Johannesburg.

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4:42

The South African Union of Students is calling on...

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2026/02/06

The South African Union of Students is calling on universities to scrap application fees, arguing that the costs unfairly exclude academically capable students from disadvantaged backgrounds.  Guest: Dr ThatoMasekoa: Spokesperson, The South African Union of Students (SAUS)

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3:55

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Amazon increases spending on AI infrastructure, betting on growing demand Crypto selloff spooks investors3. Market update

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6:48

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/06

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 06 February 2026 1. DR Kongo – USA – Anglo- Swiss US-backed group seeks major stake in DR Congo mining sector Glencore has announced a potential multi-billion-dollar divestment in its copper and cobalt operations to the Orion Critical Mineral Consortium The Anglo-Swiss multinational Glencore has agreed to sell a 40% stake in two of

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6:06

SA’s re-election to the International Maritime...

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2026/02/05

SA’s re-election to the International Maritime Organization Council for the 2026–2027 biennium marks a critical moment for the country to reassert itself as a leading Maritime nation. The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) submits that Maritime Affairs must feature prominently in the 2026 State of the Nation Address as a central pillar of economic growth, industrialisation, and job creation.  Guest: Unathi Sonti: Executive Chairperson, Maritime Business Chamber

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7:33

At least ten people have drowned or are missing...

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2026/02/05

At least ten people have drowned or are missing across South Africa in just one week, as the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) responded to more than 30 water-related emergencies nationwide. The incidents come amid a summer heatwave and dangerous spring tides, prompting renewed warnings from rescue and lifesaving authorities about the growing risks of swimming in both coastal and inland waters.  Guest:Andrew Ingram:The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) communicationsmanager.

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6:42

Launched for the first time in 2023 in South Africa,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/05

Launched for the first time in 2023 in South Africa, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) is a unique competition that encourages creative thinking, problem-solving skills and teamwork to nurture social innovative ideas that address local communities’ most pressing challenges Guest: LefaMakgato: Samsung South Africa’s CSR Manager

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4:11

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/05

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter RCL Foods warns of a decline in earnings 2. TFGs international businesses weighs on its overall performance 3. Market update

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