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4:48

Disgruntled Midrand residents to hold peaceful march

First Take SA ·

2026/02/03

Disgruntled residents of Midrand in Johannesburg will hold a peaceful march today on Vodacom Boulevard and Lever Road to demand water. The community says they have been without water for two weeks and are demanding immediate action. Concerned Midrand Resident, Lebogang Shovhote spoke to Elvis Presslin

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5:41

Investigation to be conducted into Doornfontein...

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2026/02/03

The City of Johannesburg says a full investigation will be conducted into the Doornfontein explosion, which caused a wall to partially collapse. Public Safety MMC Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku says the building was a warehouse converted into a residential structure. DA mayoral candidate Helen Zille says the explosion, which left four people injured, could have been prevented. Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku spoke to Elvis Presslin

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5:04

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2026/02/03

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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8:08

Shock and disappointment after DIRCO declared Israeli...

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2026/02/02

The South African Jewish Board of Deputies says it is shocked and disappointed by DIRCO's decision to declare Israeli Chargé d'Affaires Ariel Seidman persona non grata, giving him three days to leave the country. DIRCO says Seidman committed unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms, challenging South Africa's sovereignty. In response, Israel has declared South Africa's senior diplomatic representative, Shaun Edward Byneveldt, persona non grata, citing South Africa's actions against Israel

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4:53

KZN Hawks Head breached security protocols

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2026/02/02

KwaZulu-Natal police say Hawks Head Major-General Lesetja Senona breached security protocols by entering the police headquarters on a weekend and failing to sign the register. The provincial department issued a statement in response to Senona's claims that he was kicked out of his office and had his electronic devices confiscated on the instruction of Provincial Police Commissioner Lt. Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Senona also alleged he was followed to his Durban residence by marked SAPS vehicles. Police

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13:38

Strong emotions over changing of geographical names...

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2026/02/02

The changing of geographical names of places and towns continues to evoke strong emotions across South Africa. This week, 21 name changes and name registrations from the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal were approved. The Executive Director of Lex Libertas, Ernst Roets says Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie's approval of these name changes, including Graaff-Reinet to Robert Sokubwe, shows the problem of centralised power in South Africa. Roets says opposition parties in the

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7:38

Gauteng Provincial Government slams DA theat over...

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2026/02/02

The Gauteng Provincial Government says the DA's threat of a legal review of the Traffic Wardens' Peace Officers declaration is politically motivated and not based on principle. It says the process follows recommendations from the Public Protector and is a result of collaboration between the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Police and the provincial government. Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng government spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga

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5:24

DA in Gauteng to seek legal opinion over Peace...

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2026/02/02

The Democratic Alliance, DA in Gauteng says it will seek legal opinion on the decision to declare more than 9,000 Crime Prevention Wardens, known as Amapanyaza, as Peace Officers. DA provincial leader, Solly Msimanga says the process appears rushed and may lack the required training and legislative framework. Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Gauteng Leader, Solly Msimanga

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5:52

Health Department launches the 2026 HPV vaccination...

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2026/02/02

The Department of Health will launch the 2026 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination drive today, targeting girls aged 9 and older, mainly in Grade 5, to protect them from cervical cancer. Over 5,700 cases of cervical cancer are reported annually in South Africa, with more than 3,000 deaths. Unvaccinated girls and women with HIV face higher risks. For more on the vaccination roll out, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Fikile Ndlovu, Deputy Director General for HIV, TB, Maternal and Child Health at the

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6:37

ActionSA welcomes Tshwane's decision to blacklist...

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2026/01/30

ActionSA has welcomed the City of Tshwane's move to blacklist companies linked to controversial businessman Edwin Sodi, involved in the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Plant scandal. The party says this is a long-overdue step towards justice for Hammanskraal residents who suffered due to alleged corruption. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont

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5:17

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2026/01/30

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6:56

DA outraged by creation of new deputy mayor position...

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2026/01/30

The Democratic Alliance, DA is outraged over the creation of a new Deputy Mayor position in Johannesburg. The DA estimates setting up the office will cost at least R10 million, this while city services are crumbling. To elaborate further on the party's concerns, Elvis Presslin spoke to Alex Christians, DA Johannesburg Speaker Designate

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6:08

MISA: Don't sacrifice retail motor industry to...

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2026/01/30

The Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA is cautioning the government against protecting the automotive manufacturing industry at the expense of the retail motor industry. MISA says imposing tariffs on Chinese and Indian vehicle brands could harm job creation in the retail sector. Instead, the association is urging the government to encourage these brands to invest in local manufacturing and create more jobs. MISA welcomes Chery's investment in South Africa and says the influx of new brands has

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10:58

DBE: Foreign learners only 1.8% of total school...

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2026/01/30

The Department of Basic Education is pushing back against claims that foreign learners are overrunning South African schools, saying the figure is only 1.8% of total enrolment. The Department calls such assertions "patently false" and an attempt to sow division. The department says real challenges like infrastructure backlogs and funding constraints are being addressed and schools must remain spaces of inclusion and safety for all. Elvis Presslin spoke to Basic Education Department Spokesperson,

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7:33

COSATU KZN Outraged Over Unpaid Municipal Workers in...

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2026/01/29

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in KwaZulu-Natal is outraged over the non-payment of municipal workers' salaries in Impendle. Workers are still waiting for their January salaries, which were due on the 23rd, and are facing financial hardship. COSATU is calling for immediate intervention and demands the full payment of outstanding salaries, saying the situation reflects poor governance and financial mismanagement. Elvis Presslin spoke to Edwin Mkhize, COSATU's Provincial

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10:19

Judge Bernard Ngoepe to Probe Claims Navy Defied...

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2026/01/29

Judge Bernard Ngoepe will lead an inquiry into allegations that the South African Navy ignored President Cyril Ramaphosa's instructions regarding Iran's participation in the Exercise Will for Peace 2026 naval drills. The exercises took place in Simon's Town, Western Cape. The board includes Judge Monica Leeuw, Judge Kathleen Satchwell and Rear Admiral Patrick Duze. Elvis Presslin spoke to SANDF Spokesperson, Siphiwe Dlamini and Defence Analyst, Kobus Marais

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4:15

EFF Gauteng Slams Suspension of Rea Vaya Feeder Buses...

First Take SA ·

2026/01/29

The EFF Gauteng is up in arms over the suspension of Rea Vaya feeder buses in Soweto. The party says the alleged "unilateral decision" by Joburg Mayor Dada Morero will hurt commuters who rely on the service. EFF Gauteng Media and Communications Officer Dumisani Baleni spoke to Elvis Presslin

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5:56

DA Opposes Renaming of KwaZulu-Natal

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2026/01/29

The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal is pushing back against calls to rename the province "KwaZulu". The proposal by King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has IFP support, but critics say it could divide communities and erase history. DA provincial leader Francois Rodgers told our Senior producer Ronald Phiri that there are far more pressing issues, like service delivery, economic recovery, unemployment and infrastructure challenges than renaming the province

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4:25

ActionSA Calls for Next SARS Commissioner to Be...

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2026/01/29

Opposition party ActionSA is calling for the next South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner to be appointed from within the organisation. The party says this would ensure continuity and protect the institution's credibility, following Commissioner Edward Kieswetter's impending departure. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA Member of Parliament, Alan Beesley

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5:42

High Court battle underway over proposed K148 road in...

First Take SA ·

2026/01/29

A High Court battle is underway over the proposed K148 road in Gauteng. Developer Francois Nortjé's company, NT55 Investments, is challenging environmental approvals, citing procedural and environmental irregularities. The road's construction has been halted by an interdict, but the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is appealing. The appeal hearing is set for February 17. Concerns include a reduced wetland buffer zone and failure to scope a sewerage plant. Elvis Presslin spoke to

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