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5:10

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

First Take SA ·

2025/07/11

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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7:26

Memorial to be held for former Deputy President David...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/10

The ANC will today hold a memorial for former Deputy President David Mabuza in three regions in Mpumalanga, where he served as premier from 2009 to 2018. The country is currently observing a period of mourning which entails national flags flying at half-mast until Mabuza's official state funeral on Saturday. Elvis Presslin spoke to Desmond Moela, Spokesperson to former Deputy President David Mabuza's family...

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3:01

Outrage Over Court’s Decision to Grant Bail to...

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2025/07/10

The Tshegofatso Pule Foundation has expressed outrage over the Roodepoort Magistrate's Court decision to grant R5,000 bail to 39-year-old Mduduzi Mnisi, accused of murdering 14-year-old Likhona Fose. Mnisi, who was on parole at the time, is alleged to have been seen with Fose in Durban Deep on the day she went missing in May. Her mutilated body was found the next day. The state claims premeditated murder, but Mnisi's defense argues there's no direct evidence tying him to the crime. Elvis Presslin

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8:08

ActionSA to lead protest outside KZN police headquarters

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2025/07/10

ActionSA will today lead a protest outside the KwaZulu-Natal police headquarters to demand urgent action to address the deepening crisis within SAPS and the criminal justice system. This follows serious allegations by KZN Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Zwakele Mncwango, ActionSA KZN Provincial Chairperson...

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8:52

ActionSA slams looming US tariffs on South Africa

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2025/07/09

ActionSA MP Alan Beesley has slammed the government's failure to prevent looming US tariffs, calling the 30% levy on South African exports a betrayal of workers. He says despite earlier talks and reassurances, government diplomacy collapsed putting thousands of jobs and key sectors like auto manufacturing, steel, and agriculture at risk. Beesley warns ordinary citizens, not politicians, will suffer most, and urges President Ramaphosa to present a clear, urgent plan of action. ActionSA MP Alan

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4:47

Defend Our Democracy calls for President Ramaphosa to...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/09

Defend Our Democracy is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the nation following damning revelations by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. Mkhwanazi has accused Minister Mchunu and senior SAPS officials of meddling in police operations. The movement has also called a full, independent judicial commission of inquiry into the criminal capture of the criminal justice and security services. Elvis Presslin spoke to Defend Our

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11:08

Mary Phadi removed from the MK Party and her position...

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2025/07/09

Mary Phadi has been removed from the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and her position in the provincial legislature. The Mbombela High Court dismissed Phadi's appeal yesterday, upholding the MK Party's decision to terminate her membership. The ruling confirms Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane as the party's provincial leader. Phadi, who had challenged her earlier expulsion over allegations of misconduct, set fire to a copy of the MK Party constitution outside the court in protest. The party says the decision

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13:08

Public Interest South Africa welcomes life sentence...

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2025/07/08

Public Interest South Africa has welcomed the life sentencing of hitman Sibusiso Ncengwa for the 2017 assassination of Sindiso Magaqa, calling it a symbolic step toward justice. But the group warns this is far from full justice, as the ANC's internal rot, political violence and corruption remain unpunished. The organisation says Ncengwa's confession exposed a culture of impunity and mafia-style politics. For more on this Public Interest SA founder Tebogo Khaas spoke to Elvis Presslin

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7:51

NCC leader slams SAPS over corruption allegations

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2025/07/08

National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams has slammed the South African Police Service over widespread corruption allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Adams, a member of Parliament's Police Committee, previously exposed misconduct among top police officials, leading to arrests for alleged fraud. Adams' criticism comes after Mkhwanazi accused Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and other senior officials of meddling in police operations. Mr. Adams spoke to Elvis

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7:02

Put South Africa First to join march condemning...

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2025/07/08

Put South Africa First will join forces with other civic organizations in a march through Pretoria today to condemn gender-based violence. The event will mark the beginning of a series of demonstrations leading up to Women's Month in August. Elvis Presslin spoke to Faith Mabusela, National Chairperson of Put South Africa First

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5:43

Concerns raised over reports that criminals have...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/08

The South African Prisoners' Organisation for Human Rights has raised concern over reports of prosecutors offering accused criminals the option to pay cash settlements in exchange for charges being dropped without any court ruling. They say this trend, aimed at easing backlogs in court cases, risks turning justice into a commodity for the wealthy. With nearly 150,000 such cases recorded annually, critics warn it undermines legal integrity, opens doors to abuse and worsens inequality in the justice

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4:23

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2025/07/08

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11:10

AUBBTA calls for urgent intervention into foreign...

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2025/07/07

African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association (AUBBTA) says it is calling for urgent intervention regarding blockage to health facilities to foreign nationals. The organisation says as a temporary solution for this crisis, they are calling South African government to charge our fellow brothers and sisters at least ranging from R200/R250 to R300 to prevent violence and unnecessary deaths. To discuss this further Elvis Presslin spoke to African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association Chairperson, Phumudzo

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5:48

Elon Musk launches new political group in the United...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/07

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has launched a new political group, the America Party signaling a break from his former ally, US President Donald Trump. Musk, now positioning himself as a political rival, criticized Trump's leadership style and vowed to offer a fresh vision for the nation. While details of the America Party's platform remain vague, Musk emphasized innovation, freedom and reforming what he calls a "broken system." For further discussions on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political Analyst,

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14:02

Police Minister dismisses allegations as baseless

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2025/07/07

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has dismissed allegations of meddling in police operations as "baseless." KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi who claimed Mchunu is in regular contact with individuals linked to criminal activities. Mkhwanazi also accused senior Police officials of involvement in corruption. In response, the Democratic Alliance has called for an urgent parliamentary debate. The party has written to the National Assembly Speaker, citing concerns over

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6:44

Calls to defend and respect Chapter 9 institutions

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2025/07/07

The Young Intelligent Minds of South Africa YIMOSA has called on civic society, political parties, and South Africans to defend and respect Chapter 9 institutions. This follows growing criticism against the Human Rights Commission by groups such as ActionSA and FOSA. This comes as members of communities across the country have blocked undocumented migrants from accessing medical care at public health facilities. YIMOSA says the right to health care applies to everyone, regardless of legal status, as

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12:24

Fight against crime impacted by Gauteng's police...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/04

A stark revelation has exposed the crippling state of Gauteng's police infrastructure, with 24 out of 145 police stations lacking holding cells. This shortage is having a devastating impact on the fight against crime, causing delays in detaining and processing suspects. The Democratic Alliance is now calling on provincial Premier Panyaza Lesufi to take immediate action and work with relevant authorities to address this issue. Elvis Presslin spoke to Crezane Bosch, DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Community

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24:37

MK Party's leadership criticized, called disorganized...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/04

Former MK Party national organiser McDonald Mathabe has publicly criticized the party's leadership, calling it disorganized and ineffective. Mathabe's remarks come amid growing internal conflicts within the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. Mathabe spoke to Elvis Presslin to elaborate further on his sentiments

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10:52

Corruption case involving the late David Mabuza...

First Take SA ·

2025/07/04

The North Gauteng High Court continues to hear a major corruption case involving the late former Deputy President David Mabuza. Conservationist Fred Daniel is seeking over R1 billion in damages, alleging Mabuza and others orchestrated fraudulent land scams in Mpumalanga. Daniel claims his nature reserve was targeted with vandalism, arson and death threats after he exposed the scheme. The case, ongoing since 2010, has seen significant delays. Elvis Presslin spoke to Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the

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7:19

Funeral arrangements for former Deputy President...

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2025/07/04

President Cyril Ramaphosa says details about the memorial arrangements and official honours for Mabuza will be announced soon. But for more, on the former Deputy President David Mabuza's legacy Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC Mpumalanga Secretary, Muzi Chirwa

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