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6:18

As South Africa’s unified school calendar begins on...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/09

As South Africa’s unified school calendar begins on Wednesday, 14 January, new data show that the cost of sending a child to public high school is rising farfaster than inflation, deepening financial pressure on households already struggling with thehigh costof living.  Guest: TarynJankes: Chief Marketing Officer, Teneo

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6:15

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/08

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter From rates to geopolitics, the forces set to move markets in 2026 2. Nestle’s baby formula recall widens, with African countries added to the list 3. Markets

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4:34

More than 60 cases of child abandonment and sexual...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/08

More than 60 cases of child abandonment and sexual abuse were recorded in the Eastern Cape during December, exposing a deeply troubling crisis affecting the province’s most vulnerable citizens. Eastern Cape MEC for Social Development, Bukiwe Fanta, has condemned these acts in the strongest terms, warning that those responsible will face severe legal consequences.  Guest: Aaron Motsoaledi - National Health Minister

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7:11

According to the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice &...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/08

According to the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group (PMBEJD), South African workers earning the national minimum wageare being forced to drastically underspend on food, leaving families unable to afford even a basic nutritious diet. Guest: TrudiBroekmann: Consumer Expert Expert

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7:43

George Municipality has implemented Level 3 Emergency...

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2026/01/08

George Municipality has implemented Level 3 Emergency Water Tariffs with immediate effect following a continued and concerning decline in the Garden Route Dam, which has dropped below 45%. Despite initial plans to introduce Level 2 tariffs after public participation, worsening dam levels and limited rainfall have necessitated stronger intervention to safeguard the municipality’s potable water supply. Guest: Cllr Browen Johnson: Executive Mayor, George Municipality

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8:12

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU)...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/08

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) in Nelson Mandela Bay says the ongoing governance and service delivery failures in the metro are not simply the result of political infighting or administrative incompetence, but reflect a deeper, structural crisis in South Africa’s municipal funding and governance model.  Guest: Babalwa Lobishe: The Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (Gqeberha)

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7:19

More than 60 cases of child abandonment and sexual...

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2026/01/08

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3:37

Former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki have...

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2026/01/08

Guest:MbuleloLipile: National Steering Committee Chair:KhulumaniSupport Group Former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki have applied for the recusal of retired Justice Sisi Khampepe from her role as chairperson of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) prosecutions commission. The applications raise concerns about alleged conflicts of interest, misconduct, and apprehension of bias, placing renewed focus on the independence and credibility of the commission tasked with probing the

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7:02

Former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki have...

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2026/01/08

Guest: LionelAdendorf: Spokesperson for the TRC Cases Inquiry Former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki have applied for the recusal of retired Justice Sisi Khampepe from her role as chairperson of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) prosecutions commission. The applications raise concerns about alleged conflicts of interest, misconduct, and apprehension of bias, placing renewed focus on the independence and credibility of the commission tasked with probing the obstruction of

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6:08

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/08

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter New vehicle sales recover above pre pandemic levels in 2025 2. Outsurance eyes secondary listing on A2X 3. Markets

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11:01

Chief Jongisilo Pokwana ka Menziwa has now warned...

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2026/01/08

Chief Jongisilo Pokwana ka Menziwa has now warned that the sacred Xhosa ceremony of umgidi - which traditionally marks a young man's return to his community after initiation - has changed from a deeply spiritual ceremony into a flashy show of wealth that looks nothing like what it used to be. Guest: Chief Jongisilo Pokwana ka Menziwa: a traditional leader, oral historian and researcher

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8:12

The Democratic Alliance (DA) congratulates Advocate...

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2026/01/08

The Democratic Alliance (DA) congratulates Advocate Andy Mothibi on his appointment as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). However argues that they do not believe he is the right person for the job, citing his age as a concern and that the National Director of Public Prosecutions should be able to serve in the role for the long term Guest:Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach: MP, DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development

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5:01

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/08

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US private sector payrolls rise in December 2. Samsung expects to post a surge in earnings 3. Markets

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6:45

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/01/08

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 8 January 2026 1. Ethiopia- Russia- Palestine- Egypt-Syria Orthodox Christians Mark Christmas On January 7 Across the World Orthodox Christians in countries stretching from Ethiopia to Russia are celebrating Christmas today, honouring the birth of Jesus Christ with prayer, worship, and acts of compassion. For millions of believers, January

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7:39

China's massive military parade through central...

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2026/01/08

China's massive military parade through central Beijing was a powerful demonstration of force and technological ambition, showcasing the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) newest advancements in missile systems, drones, and directed energy weapons. Guest: Professor Abel Esterhuyseis a member of the Department of Strategic Studies in the Faculty of Military Science, Stellenbosch University

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5:03

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/07

Legal battles continue to delay Pepkor’s bid to acquire Shoprite’s furniture business 2. Valterra has a record year following Anglo demerger 3. Markets

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7:11

The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/07

The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (Fedhasa) has voiced disappointment over the tourism sector’s performance during the 2025/26 festive season, describing it as uneven and below expectations across much of the country. Guest:BrettTungay:NationalChairperson ,Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (Fedhasa)

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10:25

As nearly one million learners who wrote the 2025...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/07

As nearly one million learners who wrote the 2025 Grade 12 examinations await the release of their results, uncertainty remains over whether matric results will be published in newspapers this year. A legal challenge by the Information Regulator (IR) against the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has reignited a long-running debate over privacy, access to information and the interpretation of South Africa’s data protection laws.  Guest: Terence Khala: Media Liaison Officer for the Department

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7:19

High-density suburbs, particularly in Ekurhuleni and...

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2026/01/07

High-density suburbs, particularly in Ekurhuleni and parts of Johannesburg, are placing increasing strain on the Gauteng Department of Education as it works to finalise placements for Grade 1 and Grade 8 pupils ahead of the new school year. With schools set to open next week, thousands of learners are still awaiting placement, highlighting ongoing capacity and infrastructure challenges in rapidly growing urban areas.  Guest: Steve Mabona: Spokesperson,Gauteng Department of Education

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6:13

ANC national chairperson and Mineral and Petroleum...

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2026/01/07

ANC national chairperson and Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has sparked public debate after suggesting that unemployment in South Africa is partly driven by citizens becoming overly dependent on the state.  Guest: DumaGqubule: Economist & Research associate at the Social Policy Initiative

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