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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered what it describes as organised, systemic corruption within the Department of Home Affairs, involving the fraudulent issuing of asylum permits, visas and permanent residence documents over nearly two decades. Guest: Kaizer Kganyago: Spokesperson, Special Investigating Unit (SIU)

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10:58

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi faced immense pressure...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

Gauteng Premier PanyazaLesufi faced immense pressure in his 2026 State of the Province Address (SOPA), with calls for decisive action on Gauteng’s deepening water crisis andentrenched corruption in public institutions. Guest: Prof Alex van den Heever: Social Security Systems Chair at the Wits School of Governance.

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7:01

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will...

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2026/02/24

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will lead a high-level multisectoral stakeholder engagement on 24 February 2026 to address rising tensions linked to the growing influx of undocumented foreign nationals in the province. Guest: Thamsanqa Ntuli: The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal

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9:42

Msunduzi Municipality has outlined the circumstances...

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2026/02/24

Msunduzi Municipality has outlined the circumstances behind the prolonged water outage that disrupted key institutions in the Pietermaritzburg CBD, including the High Court and Deeds Office precinct. The Municipality claims that MK Party members employed by the Capital City Msunduzi Local Municipality in KZN are sabotaging infrastructure. Guest: Cllr MzimkhuluThebolla: Mayor ofMsunduziLocal Municipality

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4:27

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/24

The People’s Bank of China stands pat on rates 2. FedEx sues US administration for tariff refund 3. Market update

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7:01

The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

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9:23

On Friday, 27 February, the Business Rescue...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

On Friday, 27 February, the Business Rescue Practitioners and their lawyers will approach the High Court in Durban to request the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hulett Limited (THL), the company that is a crucial backbone of the rural economy in northern KwaZulu-Natal. Guest: Sam Sole: Journalist and Managing Partner of theamaBhunganeCentre for Investigative Journalism

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4:42

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/02/24

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Analysts are upbeat ahead of the national budget, pricing in ratings upgrade 2. Nedbank clears key Kenyan regulatory hurdle in NCBA acquisition deal 3. Market update

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6:09

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

24 February 2026 1. Botswana- Zambia Botswana, Zambia Leaders to Launch Kazungula Bridge Authority Today President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana and President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia will jointly officiate the launch of the Kazungula Bridge Authority in Chobe. The event marks a significant milestone in strengthening cross-border cooperation and infrastructure management between the two neighbouring countries. 2. DR Kongo - Burundi A vital

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6:59

Venezuelan lawmakers have passed a sweeping new...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/24

Venezuelan lawmakers have passed a sweeping new amnesty law aimed at freeing hundreds of people prosecuted or convicted for political reasons during 27 years of authoritarian rule. Guest: TendaiMbanje: PHD Candidate: University of Pretoria (UP)Centrefor Human Rights

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6:28

How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South Africa's rural sugar economy Guest: Higgins Mdluli: Chairman of SA Canegrowers

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4:39

The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr...

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2026/02/23

The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe, will today, 20 February 2026, undertake an oversight visit to the EKapa Mine in Kimberley, Northern Cape, following a mudslide incident at the mine. The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has expressed deep distress after a catastrophic mudslide left five mineworkers trapped underground since the early hours of Tuesday morning. Guest:MosepediSanane: The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) Kimberley Regional Secretary

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7:26

Zimbabwe’s cabinet has approved draft legislation...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

Zimbabwe’s cabinet has approved draft legislation that could extend the rule of President Emmerson Mnangagwa until at least 2030. Guest: Everisto Benyera: Professor of African Politics, UNISA

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8:15

The GCINAMASIKO Arts and Heritage Trust will...

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2026/02/23

The GCINAMASIKOArts and Heritage Trustwill tomorrow, 21 February, celebrate International Mother Tongue Celebration 2026 under the theme "See Me, Hear me, Let’s Dance." Guest: Dr Gcina Mhlophe - Executive Director of GCINAMASIKOArts and Heritage Trust

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7:03

Four South African MK fighters have returned home...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

Four South African MK fighters have returned home from Russia’s war in Ukraine, bringing with them disturbing accounts of abuse, injury and trauma. Family members say the men described racist and degrading treatment at the hands of Russian officers — forced to burn their belongings, stripped of their identities and sent into combat without training. Guest: Ricardo Teixeira: Defense and National Security Analyst

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5:42

The Department of Communications and Digital...

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2026/02/23

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) remains in a state of uncertainty as it works to digitise South Africa and complete the long-delayed transition from analogue to digital broadcasting. A 15-year digital migration process has been repeatedly stalled — most recently by a court ruling — while infrastructure backlogs, funding constraints, and socio-economic barriers continue to hinder universal access to digital services. Guest: Arthur Goldstuck: Tech Expert

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7:05

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency announced it...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency announced it would outsource the rollout to a private company — at an estimated additional cost of R1.2 billion. Citing financial constraints, the agency missed its third implementation deadline on December 1 and, shortly thereafter, issued a tender for a 60-month “turnkey solution” to design, build, and operate core Aarto systems. Guest: Wayne Duvenage: CEO of the Organization Undoing Tax Abused (OUTA)

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7:30

On Friday the 20th, students at the University of...

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2026/02/23

On Friday the 20th, students at the University of Cape Town (UCT) held a peaceful and silent demonstration to express their grief, disappointment, and anger at the growing failures within higher education and the way UCT continues to operate. This demonstration was both a cry and a call for meaningful change. Guest: Mfundo Azi Zondo: University of Cape Town(UCT) student

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5:17

Update on rescue efforts at the Ekapa Minerals Joint...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

Update on rescue efforts at the Ekapa Minerals Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley, where hope is fading for five miners trapped nearly 890 metres underground. Guest: Tebogo Msimanga: SABC Reporter ( Northern Cape)

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3:54

There are protest underway at Tembisa, City of...

The National Briefing ·

2026/02/23

There are protest underway at Tembisa, City of Ekurhuleni. what's behind the people's grievances? Guest: Lele Lefakane, Chairperson of the Tembisa Community Forum

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