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8:19

For thousands of holidaymakers, a day at South...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/15

For thousands of holidaymakers, a day at South Africa’s beaches ended safely this festive season. But for more than 33 families, it ended in tragedy, as loved ones drowned along the country’s coastline. Lifesaving organisations warn that most of the deaths occurred at unpatrolled beaches, highlighting the deadly risks of rip currents, alcohol use and a lack of supervision—especially of children.  Guest: Mr DhayaSewduth: LifeSaving  Nationalsocial media Officer & Lifesaving

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10:32

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has called for...

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2026/01/15

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has called for legal challenges to South Africa’s National Health Insurance (NHI) Act to be resolved outside of the courts, warning that ongoing litigation will only delay universal access to healthcare. Guest:  Dr AaronMotsoaledi: Minister for Health

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4:06

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/15

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Northam platinum delivers a solid production update 2. Minerals Council SA warns of cost pressures on miners 3. Markets

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8:46

The DA has formally written to Minister of...

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2026/01/15

The DA has formally written to Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, demanding that he report Iran to the United Nations Human Rights Council for blatant human rights abuses in the deadly suppression of civilian protests. Guest: Ryan Smith MP – DA Spokesperson on International Relations and Cooperation

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7:40

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is calling for...

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2026/01/15

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is calling for the declaration of South Africa’s escalating foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak a National State of Disaster, a move aimed at tightening livestock movement controls and accelerating the national response. Guest: Dewald Olivier CEO of Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS)

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7:55

Former national police commissioner...

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2026/01/15

Former national police commissioner Lieutenant-General Khomotso Phahlane testified before Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating corruption and alleged interference in the criminal justice system. He pointed out that political interference in the Police Service became more prevalent after the 2007 ANC Polokwane Conference. Guest:AbongweKobokana: SABC Journalist

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4:22

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/15

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Minister Steenhuisen unveils vaccine plan to tackle FMD 2. Standard Chartered on track to sell Botswana unit 3. Markets

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8:08

South Africa’s universities are once again under...

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2026/01/15

South Africa’s universities are once again under severe pressure, with applications far outstripping the number of available spaces for the 2025 academic year. From Johannesburg to Durban and Stellenbosch, institutions have received applications numbering up to 30 times more than they can accommodate, leaving hundreds of thousands of prospective students facing rejection Guest:PhethiweMatutu: Chief Executive Officer of Universities South Africa

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6:22

The Limpopo Provincial Government acknowledges the...

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2026/01/15

The Limpopo Provincial Government acknowledges the serious challenges posed by the recent heavy rainfall and flooding affecting the Vhembe, Mopani, parts of Sekhukhune, Waterberg and Capricorn Districts. In response, the province has deployed a multi-disciplinary team to assist affected areas, restore connectivity and ensure the safety of residents. Guest:BasikopoMakamu - Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA)MEC

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6:30

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/01/15

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 15 January 2026 1. Uganda – Kampala Uganda decides today: What’s at Stake in Uganda’s 2026 Presidential Election Polling process and what are Ugandans are voting for. Ugandans head to the polls on Thursday, 15 January 2026. Polling stations open at 07:00 local time (04:00 GMT) and close at 16:00, with voters already in line at

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4:45

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/15

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Toyota motors has sweetened its buyout bid for Toyota Industries 2. Silverbacks in talks with the NBA over stake in future African basketball franchise 3. Markets

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6:04

The future of Greenland – the world’s largest island...

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2026/01/15

The future of Greenland – the world’s largest island – is at thecentre of high-stakes talks at the White House on Wednesday. US Vice-President JD Vance is hosting Denmark’s and Greenland’s foreign ministers alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, amid growing alarm over President Donald Trump’s insistence that the United States mustacquireGreenland for national security reasons. Guest: ProfEveristoBenyera: From the Department of Political Sciences,

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14:15

There are now reports that the Knysna Municipality...

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2026/01/14

There are now reports that the Knysna Municipality faces a potential 'day zero' as the water crisis continues Guest: DrLulamileMapholoba: Municipal Manager, Knysna Local Municipality  Guest: Sean Phillips: Director General, Department of Water and Sanitation

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4:01

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/14

Maize prices slump at the top of the year 2. Sugar industry calls to scrap sugar tax 3. Markets

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6:08

As South Africa enters 2026, cash-in-transit (CIT)...

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2026/01/14

As South Africa enters 2026, cash-in-transit (CIT) robberiesremaina serious threat to public safety and the security industry. While the frequency of these violent crimes has shown signs of decline, industry leaders and law enforcement acknowledge that sustained collaboration, intelligence-led operations, and strict enforcement of legislation are essential tomaintainingand accelerating this downward trend.  Guest: Dr Alice Maree: incident and analyticsmanager, Cash-in-transit Association in South

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7:24

South Africans have now experienced over 240 days...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/14

South Africans have now experienced over 240 days without blackouts, are we yet to see the end of loadshedding? Guest: EricShunmagum: Eskom, Engineering General Manager in the office of the Group Executive Generation

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7:03

South Africa has achieved a significant regulatory...

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2026/01/14

South Africa has achieved a significant regulatory milestone after being officially removed from the European Union’s list of high-risk third-countryjurisdictions. This decision follows the country’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)greylistin October last year and itssubsequentremoval from the UK’s high-risk list. Guest: Khaya Sithole: Independent analyst

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3:57

As schools reopen, to reduce road risks and prevent...

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2026/01/14

As schools reopen, to reduce road risks and prevent avoidable accidents, the Western Cape Mobility Department has launched a province-wide pupil transport safety drive. With thousands of registered scholar transport operators on Western Cape roads every day, this initiative aims to ensure that vehicles transporting learners are roadworthy,compliantand safe — before children return to school.  Guest: Maxine Bezuidenhout: City of Cape Town Chief Director of Traffic Management

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8:27

Parliamentary communications portfolio committee...

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2026/01/14

Parliamentary communications portfolio committee chair Khusela Diko’s assertion that Starlink offers little value in connecting underserved schools in South Africa is highly disingenuous and ignores both the country’s connectivity crisis and the practical realities of infrastructure rollout. Guest: Khusela Diko: Chair, Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies

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8:46

As schools reopen, how important is the role of...

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2026/01/14

As schools reopen, how important is the role of teachers? Guest: Professor William Gumede: an associate professor, School of Governance, University of the Witwatersrand

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