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South Africa is ending 2025 on a firmer economic...

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2025/12/31

South Africa is ending 2025 on a firmer economic footing than a year ago, with improving fundamentals and early signs of recovery. However, according to Prof Raymond Parsons of the North-West University Business School, the country must urgently boost investor confidence and accelerate structural reforms if it is to achieve the higher, job-rich growth needed to address its deep socioeconomic challenges.  Guest: Prof Raymond Parsons:North WestUniversity (NWU) Business School

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7:01

The City of Ekurhuleni has issued a firm warning...

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2025/12/31

The City of Ekurhuleni has issued a firm warning ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations, saying businessesselling uncertified fireworks will face fines of R2,500, while individuals who set off fireworks illegally will be fined R1,000 on the spot. The city says the measures are aimed at improving safety and protecting animals during the festive season.  Guest: WilliamNtladi: Spokesperson, City of Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS)

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8:26

This year’s traditional summer circumcision season...

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2025/12/31

This year’s traditional summer circumcision season (umgidi/ulwaluko) in South Africa — especially in the Eastern Cape — has once again taken a tragic toll. Instead of celebrating the coming of age for young men, many families are preparing funeralsas the initiation season becomes increasingly deadly.   Guest:NtshelePetros Majola: Social Activist & Director ofKhulanathiCommunity Development

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9:44

The ANC in the Western Cape has strongly criticised...

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2025/12/31

The ANC in the Western Cape has strongly criticised the City of Cape Town over changes to the route of the annual KaapseKlopseKarnival, also known as the Minstrel Festival. The party argues that rerouting the historic street parade to DHL Stadium undermines the cultural significance of the event and amounts to thecommercialisation and erasure of a deeply rooted heritage celebration.  Guest: Muneeb Gambino: a director of the KaapseKlopseKarnavalAssociation

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9:57

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President...

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2025/12/31

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy say they are close to a potential agreement to end the war in Ukraine, following talks at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort. Guest: Brooks Spector: Associate Editor: The Daily Maverick

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8:42

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2025/12/31

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 30 December 2025 1. Central African Republic - Bangui Central African Republic votes amid mostly peaceful election day Voting in the Central African Republic’s national elections appears to have gone smoothly in many places, with local observers reporting no major disturbances at polling stations. “We can say that the vote went

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9:10

KwaZulu-Natal recorded a spike in drunk-driving...

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2025/12/31

KwaZulu-Natal recorded a spike in drunk-driving arrests on the Day of Goodwill, with more than 100 motorists detained for traffic violations across the province. Transport authorities say intensified law-enforcement operations are helping reduce road accidents during the festive season.  Guest: Siboniso Duma: The MEC for Transport in KwaZulu-Natal

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9:33

Can South Africa beat Zimbabwe this evening as they...

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2025/12/31

Can South Africa beat Zimbabwe this evening as they collide at the Stade de Marrakech in their final Group B match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations? Guest: Nosibusiso Sibiya: SABC Sport journalist

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8:16

Gauteng police said the proliferation of illegal...

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2025/12/31

Gauteng police said the proliferation of illegal liquor outlets and the dangers posed by fake alcohol were among the key issues discussed at a recent tavern safety summit,convenedin the wake of two deadly mass shootings at drinking establishments in the province.  Guest: LuckyNtimane: Convenor of the National Liquor Traders Council

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6:28

The South African Medical Association has criticised...

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2025/12/31

The South African Medical Association has criticised a proposed 4.1% salary increase for politicians and senior government officials, arguing that it sends the wrong message at a time when public healthcare services are under severe financial strain.  Guest: Dr.MvuyisiMzukwa: South African Medical Association (SAMA) Chairperson

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6:38

Severe thunderstorms battered parts of KwaZulu-Natal...

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2025/12/31

Severe thunderstorms battered parts of KwaZulu-Natal on Friday, destroying about 125 homes and injuring several people across theAmajubaandUmzinyathidistricts. Provincial authorities have deployed disaster management teams as volatile weather conditions continue to pose risks across the province.  Guest:SenzelweMzila: spokesperson for KZN for co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) MEC

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10:58

Africa is heading into a pivotal and testing year in...

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2025/12/31

Africa is heading into a pivotal and testing year in 2026, with modest economic growth projections overshadowed by deepening political instability, armed conflict, climate shocks and rising debt. Analysts warn that unless governance and security challenges are addressed, the continent risks further deterioration in democratic trust, economicresilienceand humanitarian conditions.  Guest: Kim Heller: Political analyst and author of No White Lies: Black Politics and White Power in South Africa.

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10:42

Despite rising tensions within the tripartite...

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2025/12/30

Despite rising tensions within the tripartite alliance, the South African Communist Party has confirmed it will take part in the ANC’s upcoming birthday celebrations in Rustenburg, signalling a willingness tomaintainengagement even as relations between the two partiesremainstrained.  Guest:MbuleloMandlana: Spokesperson, South African Communist Party( SACP)

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6:52

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2025/12/29

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 29 December 2025 1. Ivory Coast – Abidjan Vote counting is underway in Ivory Coast following legislative elections to choose the country’s 255 members of the National Assembly, a vote shaped by deep political divisions and lingering tensions from the recent presidential poll. The parliamentary elections come just two months after

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10:36

Polls have opened in Myanmar in a highly...

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2025/12/29

Polls have opened in Myanmar in a highly controversial election organized by the ruling military junta,nearly fiveyears after it seized power in a coup that plunged the country into civil war. Thegenerals say the vote will restore democracy, but critics argue it is designed to entrench military rule while silencing opposition, amid ongoing conflict, mass displacement, and severe human rights abuses.  Guest:ThembisaFakude: Director at Africa Asia Dialogues

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11:23

Drowning incidents across South Africa over the busy...

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2025/12/24

Drowning incidents across South Africa over the busy pre-Christmas weekend have once again highlighted the deadly risks of swimming at unprotected beaches and in flooded waterways. While several fatalities were recorded elsewhere in the country, Cape Town avoided deaths at lifeguarded beaches — with a dramatic rescue at Fish Hoek underscoring how trained patrols and public compliance can mean the difference between life and death.  Guest: Andrew Ingram: Communications Manager, National Sea

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5:14

What to expect in the weather over the next few days:...

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2025/12/24

What to expect in the weather over the next few days: Ongoing heavy rains and severe thunderstorms across South Africa have claimed at least five lives, with more flooding expected as weather warnings remain in place. Provinces including KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape and Gauteng have been hardest hit, as emergency services, municipalities and relief organisations respond to widespread damage, displacement and loss.  Guest: Lehlohonolo Thobela: meteorologist, South African Weather Service

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7:04

The repatriation of 17 young South Africans allegedly...

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2025/12/24

The repatriation of 17 young South Africans allegedly lured to Russia to fight in Ukraine has been delayed by demands for payment from the military contractors involved in their recruitment, according to government insiders.  Guest: Willem Els: Senior Training Coordinator on terrorism and explosives, Institute for Security Studies (ISS)

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10:53

A wave of public anger has followed revelations of...

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2025/12/24

A wave of public anger has followed revelations of extravagant ministerial travel costs in 2025, with parliamentary replies exposing millions of rand spent on flights, luxuryaccommodationand transport — even as South Africa faces rising unemployment, budget cuts and deepening economic hardship.  Guest: Themba Godi - former chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA)

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11:04

Why are we seeing empty stadiums at AFCON 2025?

The National Briefing ·

2025/12/24

Guest: Mpho Seopa: Coordinator of the National African Football Supporters Association

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