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6:41

South Africa’s National Treasury says its proposal to...

The National Briefing ·

2026/01/26

South Africa’s National Treasury says its proposal to raise alcohol excise duties is aimed at curbing excessive drinking — not boosting state revenue — even as the alcohol industry warns that steep tax hikes could fuel the illicit liquor trade.  Guest: Kurt Moore: CEO of South African Liquor Brand Owners Association (SALBA)

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6:22

The African National Congress (ANC) Greater...

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2026/01/26

The African National Congress (ANC) Greater Johannesburg Regional Conference ballot boxes have been found in a house in Pretoria. They are believed to be linked tothe controversial conference which elected Loyiso Masuku as regional chairand saw the defeat of DadaMorero, the current Johannesburg mayor. Guest:SamkeleMaseko - SABC Politics Reporter

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5:02

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/26

Chery to take over Nissan’s Rosslyn plant 2. MTN hit by governance fallout after reported dismissal of Iran subsidiary CEO 3. Market update

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5:45

Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has entered the...

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2026/01/26

Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has entered the national debate over the admissions crisis at Addington Primary School in Durban, linking recent tensions to broader concerns about illegal migration and social cohesion. Speaking during the 147th commemoration of the Battle of Isandlwana in northern KwaZulu-Natal, the monarch called for dialogue, restraint, and leadership-led solutions following clashes outside the school that required police intervention.  Guest: Professor Musa Xulu: Cultural

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9:26

There are now reports that the DA Chairperson of...

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2026/01/26

There are now reports that the DA Chairperson of Federal Council, Helen Zille has now endorsed the election of billionaire Patrice Motsepe to become ANC president Guest: Helen Zille: DA Federal Council Chair

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8:58

Shocking new statistics released by the Independent...

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2026/01/26

Shocking new statistics released by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) have revealed that at least 97 South African police officers were accused of rape or sexual violence in the 2024/2025financial year, raising serious concerns about accountability, institutional culture, and public trust in law enforcement. Guest: Fatima Shaik: Executive Director, People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA)

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5:35

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business...

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2026/01/26

Gold hits another record high 2. Intel’s soft guidance spooks investors 3. Market update

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5:25

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/01/26

26 January 2026 1. Ivory Coast – Abidjan Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara continues the family dynasty and makes his brother deputy PM in a reshuffle- so we say in the Name of the Elder Brother and His Younger Brother. Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara announced a government reshuffle on Friday in which most ministers retained their posts. Ouattara’s brother, Tene Birahima Ouattara, “photocopie”, keeps the influential defence

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6:56

A deadly shooting involving a U.S. Border Patrol...

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2026/01/26

A deadly shooting involving a U.S. Border Patrol agent is under intense scrutiny in Minneapolis, as new video and sworn witness statements appear to contradict federal officials’ claims about what led to thekilling of a 37-year-old man during a large-scale immigration enforcement operation.  Guest: Sherwin Bryce-Pease: UN/US Correspondent: SABC News

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7:51

Gauteng opens 2026 with unstoppable momentum. Bold,...

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2026/01/23

Gauteng opens 2026 with unstoppable momentum. Bold, buzzing and determined, South Africa’s economic heartbeat and cultural capital welcomes dreamers, doers andfirst-timersalike. From Johannesburg to Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, Sedibeng and the West Rand, the Golden Province invites visitors,residentsand investors to plug into a destination where ambitionthrivesand possibility has no speed limit. Guest: BarbaGaoganediwe: Spokesperson, Gauteng Tourism

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5:39

As smartphone prices continue to rise and household...

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2026/01/23

As smartphone prices continue to rise and household budgetsremainunder pressure, South Africans are rethinking how they replace and upgrade their devices. Cash-upfront purchases are no longer the default. Instead, consumers are exploring affordability-led alternatives that better align with everyday financial realities. Guest: ShaunDurandt: Head of Business Development atPayJoy

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7:53

Motorists found guilty of driving under the influence...

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2026/01/23

Motorists found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol could face a lifetime ban from holding a driving licence under severe new sanctions proposed by Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Transport.Following the release of the 2025/26 festive season road safety statistics, lawmakers are calling for urgent legislative intervention and a strict zero-tolerance approach to alcohol consumption behind the wheel. Guest: MrSeleloDonaldSelamolela: Parliament’s Transport Portfolio

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8:23

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula,...

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2026/01/23

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 23 January 2026 1. Switzerland- Afrika and South Afrika 56th Davos annual meeting “The Spirit of dialogue or monologue” 2026: African Heads of State, Public Agendas, and Strategic Engagement. As the World Economic Forum convenes in Davos, African leaders are participating with clear, pragmatic objectives rather than symbolic

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4:31

“The Doors of Learning and Culture Shall Be Open” —...

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2026/01/23

“The Doors of Learning and Culture Shall Be Open” — Until a Pupil Is Unplaced Jonathan Jansen argues that one of the most powerful promises of South Africa’s democracy — that the doors of learning and culture shall be open — is colliding with hard realities in the 2020s. From overcrowded schools to oversubscribed universities, tens of thousands of learners who are legally entitled to education are being shut out, not by law, but by poor planning, limited resources

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6:51

CRL Commission Defends Section 22 Committee Amid...

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2026/01/23

The chairperson of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities (CRL Commission), Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva, has strongly defended the work of the Section 22 Committee, rejecting claims that its regulatory efforts within the religious sector are unconstitutional. The defence comes amid heightened tensions within religious circles following the resignation of Reverend Musa Xulu, who has accused Mkhwanazi-Xaluva of harassment, abuse of

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3:53

Business Updates with Ntaoleng Lechela

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2026/01/23

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5:57

The Cape Crisis Coalition has renewed its call for...

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2026/01/23

The Cape Crisis Coalition has renewed its call for urgent government intervention to address the ongoing gang violence devastating communities on the Cape Flats. The coalition is appealing to Western Cape Premier Alan Winde to declare a Provincial State of Disaster, arguing that the scale, persistence and humanitarian impact of the violence warrants the same emergency response afforded to natural disasters such as floods and fires. Guest: Reverend Llewellyn MacMaster:The Cape Crisis Coalition

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7:14

Scholar transport associations in Lenasia have...

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2026/01/23

“Scholar transport associations in Lenasia have brought services to a standstill today, following a major law-enforcement operation that saw more than 60 scholar transport vehicles impounded. The crackdown was part of a blitz led by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy in Lenasia, south of Johannesburg, and comes in the wake of a devastating crash involving a scholar transport vehicle. While the Department of Transport says the operation is aimed at improving road safety and protecting learners,

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4:20

Business updates with Ntaoleng Lechela

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2026/01/23

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4:57

The displacement of more than 400 families in...

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2026/01/23

The displacement of more than 400 families in Randfontein after alleged attacks by zama zama gangs exposes a troubling reality about South Africa’s state security and policing capacity. When entire communities are forced to abandon their homes and seek refuge in community halls, it signals more than criminal activity — it reflects a profound failure of the state to uphold its constitutional duty to protect its citizens.  Guest: Prof. Jacob Mofokeng: Crime and security expert, Department

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