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10:15

Africa4Palestine sends its condolences to the...

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2025/10/01

Africa4Palestine has expressed profound sadness at the untimely death of former Minister Nathi Mthethwa and extended its deepest condolences to his family, friends and those mourning his loss. Mthethwa was remembered as a steadfast supporter of Palestine's struggle for dignity, justice and self-determination. During his tenure as Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, he notably backed the boycott of Israel, withdrawing support for Miss South Africa's participation in an Israeli pageant and helping

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9:48

EFF MP questions circumstances surrounding death of...

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2025/10/01

EFF MP Carl Niehaus is questioning the circumstances surrounding the death of South Africa's Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, who was found dead outside a Paris hotel. The 58 year-old former Police Minister reportedly fell from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged that in 2011, as Police Minister Mthethwa pressured then inspector-general of intelligence Faith Radebe to drop corruption charges against former crime intelligence head, Richard

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5:43

SANEF launches "Appointment with the President" campaign

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2025/10/01

The South African National Editors' Forum has launched a campaign called "Appointment with the President," urging President Cyril Ramaphosa to hold an open dialogue with the media. The forum says it's time for the President to engage directly with editors and senior journalists, a common practice in democracies worldwide. SANEF expressed frustration, noting that Ramaphosa's last such meeting was during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Elvis Presslin spoke to Deputy Chairperson of the South African

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7:27

25 year AGOA expiration leaves over 30 Sub-Saharan...

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2025/10/01

The 25-year-old African Growth and Opportunity Act, Agoa, expired yesterday, leaving more than 30 Sub-Saharan African countries in limbo. This landmark trade agreement granted duty-free access to the US market for thousands of African products, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs across the continent. The Trump administration has expressed support for a one-year extension of Agoa, but uncertainty looms as Congressional approval hangs in the balance. President Trump's tariff-heavy trade policies

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28:27

Malesela Teffo urges Madlanga Commission to hear his...

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2025/09/30

Disbarred advocate Malesela Teffo is urging the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry to hear his evidence before wrapping up, warning that skipping it would leave a gaping hole in the final report. Teffo, whose name has surfaced in related parliamentary probes into police corruption, insists his input is key to unpacking allegations of criminality and interference in the justice system. The commission, probing explosive claims by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has

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4:22

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2025/09/30

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

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5:32

Nehawu welcomes SIU interim report on Tembisa Hospital

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2025/09/30

The National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union, NEHAWU has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit's interim report on Tembisa Hospital. The report reveals that R2 billion in state resources were looted through corruption, fraud, maladministration, procurement fraud, money laundering, collusion and bid rigging. NEHAWU condemned the theft, stating that these funds could have supported healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing essential resources. Elvis Presslin spoke to

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9:13

Madlanga commission hears about the 'Big 5' cartels

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2025/09/30

South Africa is in the grip of powerful criminal networks, according to top cop Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo. Testifying before the Madlanga Commission yesterday Khumalo named the "Big 5" as the country's most influential cartels. The syndicates reportedly operate from Cape Town to the nation's borders and beyond. The syndicates are involved in drug smuggling, extortion and rigging lucrative government tenders worth billions. Khumalo says they've infiltrated politics, with links to party

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9:40

Africa's first National Action Plan to tackle...

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2025/09/30

South Africa will today launch Africa's first National Action Plan, NAP to tackle substandard and falsified medical products. The initiative aims to curb the spread of fake and poor-quality medicines, which the World Health Organisation says claims numerous lives globally each year, often undetected. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority, alongside the National Department of Health and WHO, will unveil the plan this morning. Elvis Presslin spoke to SAHPRA's Head of Regulatory

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4:16

Protests to take place at the Africa Energy Week in...

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2025/09/30

Climate justice activists, community leaders, students and Capetonians will today protest outside the Cape Town International Convention Centre, where the Africa Energy Week 2025 is underway. The Green Connection say fossil fuels worsen climate change, fuel pollution, deepen poverty and inequality, especially in marginalised communities. This comes months after the International Court of Justice ruled that governments must protect children's right to a healthy environment amid the climate crisis

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9:54

Gauteng traffic police have raised concerns over a...

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2025/09/29

Gauteng traffic police have raised concerns over a surge in road crashes this weekend, which coincide with payday. Authorities reported over 20 incidents since Friday, ranging from minor to fatal. Traffic police spokesperson Obed Sibasa says drunk driving, speeding, unsafe overtaking and reckless driving are the main causes. For more on this we are joined by Spokesperson for Gauteng Traffic Police Obed Sibasa

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11:04

Judgment is expected in the drawn-out firearm case...

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2025/09/29

Judgment is expected in the drawn-out firearm case against EFF leader Julius Malema and his former bodyguard, Adriaan Snyman in the East London Magistrate's Court today. The pair stand accused of illegally firing a weapon during the EFF's fifth anniversary rally back in July 2018 at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. Both have pleaded not guilty to charges including unlawful discharge in a public area, possession of a firearm and ammunition and endangering the public. Malema says the

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6:15

ActionSA in Gauteng is calling on residents to...

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2025/09/29

ActionSA in Gauteng is calling on residents to boycott the Patriotic Alliance in next year's elections if Kenny Kunene is reinstated as Johannesburg's MMC of Transport. Kunene stepped down as MMC and councillor in July after being found at the home of murder accused Katiso Molefe during a police raid. He was also suspended from PA activities. Last week, PA leader Gayton McKenzie announced that a law firm had cleared Kunene of any wrongdoing. McKenzie has threatened to withdraw the PA from the

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4:47

Lobby group AfriForum and the Orania Movement have...

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2025/09/29

Lobby group AfriForum and the Orania Movement have strongly condemned the vandalism of Afrikaner monuments in Pretoria. The damage targeted a gun barrel and a boot on two Boer warrior statues flanking the Paul Kruger statue in Church Square. This follows the EFF's recent push to remove colonial and apartheid-era statues nationwide. The party has also proposed renaming Kruger National Park in a motion tabled in the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature. AfriForum and the Orania Movement call the EFF's

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5:43

ActionSA in Gauteng is calling on residents to...

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2025/09/29

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6:48

Police gather for a National Prayer Day in Gauteng

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2025/09/26

Police in Gauteng will today gather at Zoe Bible Church for a National Prayer Day to pray for the safety of officers. 27 police officers lost their lives in the line of duty. Between April 2024 and March 2025,Police unions say these tragic losses highlight the dangerous and challenging conditions faced by SAPS members on a daily basis. Elvis Presslin spoke to South African Police Union Gauteng Provincial Secretary, Jabulile Mabaso

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3:43

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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2025/09/26

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5:41

Hawks investigate R67m purchase order of undelivered...

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2025/09/26

The Hawks are investigating a R67 million purchase order for transformers at Johannesburg's City Power, amid allegations of undelivered goods. This follows recent reports of corruption and financial mismanagement at City Power, including a separate R500 million tender fraud probe focusing on CEO Tshifularo Mashava's tenure. Elvis Presslin spoke to Tyrell Meyers, DA Johannesburg Shadow MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services Department

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4:53

Ekurhuleni City Council meets on the suspension of...

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2025/09/26

The Ekurhuleni City Council met yesterday to decide on the suspension of EMPD Deputy Chief Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi. The motion follows allegations that Mkhwanazi supplied police blue lights to alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, which were installed on Matlala's personal vehicles in 2023. The Independent Police Investigative Directorate recommended disciplinary action against Mkhwanazi over a year ago, but no action has been taken. The Independent Ratepayers Association of South

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4:19

Commemoration of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela's legacy...

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2025/09/26

The ANC will today commemorate the legacy of struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, who would have turned 89 today. Born on the 26th of September 1936 in Bizana, Eastern Cape, she passed away on the second of April in 2018 at the age of 81. ANC first Deputy Secretary General, Nomvula Mokonyane will deliver a keynote address at the Mama Winnie Mandela Birthday Programme at Phola Park Hall in Thokoza, Ekurhuleni. Elvis Presslin spoke to ANCYL National Spokesperson, Zama Khanyase...

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