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3:03

Crazy for Walking Initiative to mark World Mental...

First Take SA ·

2017/10/10

To mark the World Mental Health Day the Crazy for Walking Initiative, has launched a campaign in which they've walked from Pretoria to Cape Town to raise awarenesss and also the de-stigmatisation of mental health. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Crazy For Walking Project CEO, Francois Louw

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4:50

BEMAWU, SABC 8 to appear before SABC Committee

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2017/10/10

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Communications says it will call both the trade union BEMAWU and the so-called SABC 8 to appear before it. This comes after the chairperson and some political parties received two open letters from the union and the group about the state of affairs at the SABC in the absence of a permanent board. The SABC's finances and President Jacob Zuma's delay in appointing the board also were raised during the committee meeting. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to the chairperson of

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7:44

Medical facilities front line targets in conflict...

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2017/10/10

Humanitarian organisation Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says medical facilities have become the front line in conflict zones such Syria Afghanistan and South Sudan. The organisation says two years after the bombing of one of their hospitals by the US army in Afghanistan, medical facilities are no longer safe places where civilians can go for aid and lifesaving medical care. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to MSF's Senior Humanitarian Policy Advisor Jens Pederson who has worked with the organisation in the

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3:10

Kenyan opposition leader Odinga withdraws from fresh...

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2017/10/10

Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has withdrawn from the rerun of the presidential elections scheduled for later this month. This after the first vote in August was annulled by the country's Supreme Court. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter In Kenya, Sarah Kimani

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1:25

NPA withdrawals charges against Mama Lion for...

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2017/10/09

The Lady Frere magistrate's court in the Eastern Cape has withdrawn charges against a woman who stabbed three men whom she found raping her daughter a month ago. One young man, who's related to the victim died in the attack while two others sustained injuries. The two suspects are still to appear in court this week. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter Lubabalo Dada

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4:56

Social media uproar over Dove Ad

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2017/10/09

Unilever has apologised for an advertisement for its Dove soap brand which has been criticised for being racist. The 3-second video clip, posted on Dove's U.S. Facebook page shows a black woman removing a brown T-shirt and revealing a white woman in a white T-shirt underneath. Dove removed the clip and apologised, saying on Twitter that the post had "missed the mark in representing women of colour thoughtfully". Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to the Founder and CEO of Brand Leadership Group Thebe

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2:02

Hail storm hits Joburg

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2017/10/09

Joburg Emergency Services has dispatched teams to assist residents whose houses have been damaged by trees during heavy rains in the city this afternoon. Spokesperson Nana Radebe says they've been alerted about trees that have fallen on houses in Sandton north of the city. Heavy rains accompanied by hailstorm have caused flooding on the roads and residential areas around Johannesburg in the past hour. Emergency services have warned residents to avoid flood hazards like streams and drainage systems

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3:04

Severe thunderstorms hit Gauteng

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2017/10/09

The Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has urged residents to be extra vigilant following flooding in most parts of the city this afternoon. Heavy rains accompanied by large hail has fallen in the past hour causing flooding and chaos on the roads. Earlier the South African Weather Services issued a warning for heavy rainfall with damaging winds and hail. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to SABC Meteorologist Sihle Kunene

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2:21

Life Esidimeni: Arbitration process underway

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2017/10/09

The arbitration hearings looking into the events that led to the deaths of more than 100 mentally-ill patients in Gauteng, is underway in Parktown, Johannesburg. During his opening statements at the Life Esidimeni Arbitration on behalf of the state, Tebogo Hutama says government has accepted liability for the deaths and has committed to ensure redress for the families of the victims. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter, Wisani Wisani Makhubele

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4:16

Trends Watch with Molebogeng Sebidi

First Take SA ·

2017/10/06

Talking about this week's trending topics with Molebogeng Sebidi

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12:38

OPEN MIC WITH CHANTE MOORE

First Take SA ·

2017/10/06

Tomorrow sees the 20th Anniversary of the Macufe Festival in the Free State. The event's tagline of "Rea Tshola" will have them serving up a serious feast! Headliners will include Mafikizolo Production, Ringo, Jah Prayzah from Zimbabwe, Nigerian artist Davido, South African legendary Musicians Sipho Mabuse and Tshepo Tshola. Fans will also be wowed by Beninua Angelique Kidjo and American R&B Sensation Chante Moore who joins us for our Open Mic feature today. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to her earlier and

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3:45

Soweto to host Dog Show

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2017/10/06

Mars global pet companies will tomorrow host the "First ever Soweto Dog Show" in celebration of World Animal Day. Pet owners and lovers can attend this community outreach program which will be hosted at Mofolo Park, Soweto. Vets will be on site at the event to perform free health screenings, vaccinations and dog dipping for all dogs that come to the event. All proceeds of the event will be donated to the Soweto Animal Rescue and Advisory Centre (SARAC). Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to the founder of

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2:57

5 family members killed in KZN

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2017/10/06

Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for suspects involved in the shooting of five family members at Nteke near Marianhill, west of Durban last night. The deceased were in a house when unknown gunmen opened fire at them. Police spokesperson Nqobile Gwala says four people died on the scene while one died in hospital. A 41-year old male escaped. The killings follow the death of eight members of the Sibiya family at Matimatolo near Greytown in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands on Tuesday night

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4:51

Zim Embassy withdrawals from Grace Mugabe assault case

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2017/10/06

The Zimbabwean Embassy has withdrawn its participation in the matter brought by model Gabriela Engels and civil rights group Afri-Forum to review the diplomatic immunity the South African government granted to first lady, Grace Mugabe. The applicants approached the high court in Pretoria to seek permission to serve Mugabe with papers through the Zimbabwean Embassy in Pretoria. Mugabe allegedly assaulted 20 year old Engels with an electrical cord after she found her with her two sons at an upmarket

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6:11

Stormy weather expected over SA

First Take SA ·

2017/10/04

Stormy weather expected over parts of South Africa, according to the South African Weather Service. Thunderstorms are expected to become severe during the course of today until the weekend, as they progressively spread east during the remainder of the week. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to SABC weather presenter and Meteorologist, Azwi Tuwani...

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3:54

NFP promises to revive party through unity

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2017/10/04

The National Freedom Party (NFP), deputy president, Alex Kekana says he is not part of any group that seeks to oppose the party's president, Zanele kaMagwaza Msibi. Addressing the media on the challenges facing the party, Kekana says they are focused on reviving the party with Magwaza-Msibi at the helm. Msibi, who was present at the briefing, is still recovering from a stroke which saw her taking a lengthy sick leave from political activities. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to NFP National Treasurer,

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4:43

Transformation top of agenda at Sports conference

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2017/10/04

Transformation in Sports was top of the agenda at the two day Sport and Recreation's conference in Potchesfroom in the North West province . Day two of the conference extensively addressed this challenge. The need for recognition of other sporting codes besided soccer and rugby was also highlighted .Other discussions focused on infrastructure's role in sport and the interchange between sport, the economy and job creation. Tsepiso makwetla spoke to our sports reporter Thabiso Sithole

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7:25

KPMG may survive controversy on SARS rogue unit report

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2017/10/04

INTRO: Auditing firm, KPMG, may still survive the controversy surrounding the so-called SARS "rogue" intelligence unit report. The report led to the dismantling of the intelligence unit at SARS and the departure of numerous senior staff members and experienced forensic investigators. No less than six companies have stopped using the firm as its auditors in the wake of the scandal. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Chief Economist at Econometrix Dr Azar Jammine

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4:10

Violence erupts at Zuma monument site

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2017/10/04

Violence erupted in Groot Marico near Zeerust in North West as members of opposition parties, police and the ANC military wing MKMVA, clashed during the unveiling of President Jacob Zuma's capture site. The Democratic alliance was restricted entry while members of EFF were unceremonisly kicked out after forcefully gaining entry into the venue that President Zuma was expected to give his address from. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to our reporter Lucas Mothibedi

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6:13

Oscar Pistorius' family distance itself from Blade...

First Take SA ·

2017/10/03

Oscar Pistorius's family has distanced itself from an upcoming American film titled Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. In a statement earlier today, the family says the film was made with blatant disregard of both the Steenkamp and Pistorius families‚ as well as complete disregard for Reeva and Oscar. Krivani Pillay spoke to Carl Pistorius

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