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4:16

SANTACO Calls for Legal Immigration Reform, Warns...

First Take SA ·

2026/06/17

The South African National Taxi Council, SANTACO has urged South Africans to push for immigration reform only through legal and peaceful channels. The taxi council says it backs stronger border controls and proper documentation but strongly opposes any mass action that could block roads or disrupt transport services. We spoke to Rebecca Phala, SANTACO's National Spokesperson.

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5:31

Malawi Sends More Buses to Durban to Repatriate...

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2026/06/17

The Malawian government has sent additional buses to Durban to repatriate thousands of its nationals sheltering in the city. The move comes as displaced Malawians remain camped near the Refugee Reception Centre on Moore Road following anti-immigration protests and failed plans to relocate them to Sherwood Hall. KZN Premier, Thami Ntuli says a steering committee will now oversee the repatriation process. For more we spoke to Human Rights and Governance advocate in Malawi, Undule Mwakasungula.

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7:51

DA to Hand Over Petition to Eskom Opposing Joburg...

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2026/06/17

The Democratic Alliance will today hand over a petition to Eskom, opposing planned power cuts in Johannesburg. Last month Eskom issued notice of its intention to reduce, interrupt or terminate electricity supply to parts of Joburg over an unpaid debt of R5.2 billion owed by the City and City Power. The party say residents and businesses should not suffer for the City's unpaid debt to the power utility. For more we spoke to DA Johannesburg Regional Chairperson, Luyolo Mphithi.

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7:31

Deputy Justice Minister Andries Nel Visits Durban...

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2026/06/17

Justice Deputy Minister Andries Nel visited the Virtual Priority Court for immigration cases at Durban Magistrates Court yesterday. The court is part of government's plan to speed up immigration cases and enforce laws more tightly. That plan was announced in the State of the Nation Address and approved by Cabinet earlier this year. Nel said the focus is ensuring all people entering South Africa do so lawfully.

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3:28

Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba...

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2026/06/15

Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba has been placed on precautionary suspension with immediate effect. The decision follows admissions he made at the Madlanga Commission that may breach the Public Service Code and departmental policy. Allegations include misuse of official powers, state resources and accepting compensation from a member of the public. Mashaba has been ordered to surrender firearms, phones and other state equipment and is barred from government premises while a

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4:45

Sihle Makhaye's mortal remains repatriated from Russia

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2026/06/15

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma has confirmed the successful repatriation of Sihle Makhaye's mortal remains from Russia to the province. He died in Russia after allegedly being lured there with the promise of a lucrative job. MEC Duma thanked Minister Ronald Lamola and President Cyril Ramaphosa for deploying a team that worked with his office to complete the process. For more, we're joined by MEC Duma

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13:47

DA says IPID in KZN is overwhelmed, handling over...

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2026/06/15

The Democratic Alliance says IPID in KwaZulu-Natal is overwhelmed, handling over 8000 cases with only 24 investigators. The party says this includes 426 deaths linked to police action over two years but just six convictions were secured. DA NCOP member Mzamo Billy says serious delays and docket tracking problems between IPID, the NPA and SAPS are undermining accountability. Mr. Billy joins us on the line to elaborate further on his concerns...

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5:40

FOSA calls for President Ramaphosa's immediate...

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2026/06/15

The Forum for South Africa, FOSA is calling for President Cyril Ramaphosa's immediate resignation. FOSA has accused Ramaphosa of dodging accountability through legal appeals and using state resources for personal court battles. National leader Tebogo Mashilompane says the presidency demands integrity the president has failed to show. He joins us on the line to elaborate further on his sentiments...

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6:07

1000 Malawian nationals camped outside Sherwood hall...

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2026/06/15

Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Njabulo Nzuza says about 1,000 Malawian nationals camped outside Sherwood Hall in Durban have been processed and found to be in the country illegally. Congolese Solidarity Campaign President Reverend Raphael Bahebwa disputes this, saying most of the 400 refugees verified on Che Guevara Road hold valid documents. He adds those refugees were instructed this week to return to communities they fled or face transfer to Lindela Repatriation Centre. The conflicting accounts

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5:09

Allegations of police involvement in illegal street...

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2026/06/15

A deadly crash on Steve Biko Road in Gezina, Pretoria, last month has led to allegations of police involvement in illegal street racing. 22-year-old Phillip Bezuidenhout, died when a Honda Ballade collided with another car during a drag race. AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit says new evidence suggests some SAPS officers may have organised or ignored weekly races at the site. The unit has submitted footage and documents to police and is calling for a full investigation into possible complicity

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13:21

Bafana criticized for their defensive approach...

First Take SA ·

2026/06/12

Bafana Bafana opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a losing note. A nine men Bafana Bafana side team lost 2-nil to co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the tournament last night. South Africa conceded a goal in each half, and their bad record of failing to win their opening match of the World Cup continues. Bafana Bafana have now failed to win their opening match in four tournaments. For a review on last night's match we're joined by former Bafana Bafana captain and 1996 AFCON winner, Mr

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5:21

Concerns raised over growing economic activity in SA...

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2026/06/12

The Black Business Unity has raised concerns over growing illegal economic activity in South Africa's townships, informal settlements and urban canters. The group says unregulated trade is hurting compliant businesses, cutting government revenue and slowing local development. The BBU is calling for stronger enforcement of existing laws to protect legitimate operators. For more we're joined by Michael Maloyi, National Public Relations Officer for Black Business Unity

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4:43

AFRICA BRIEF : Stories making economic headlines...

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2026/06/12

Time to take a look at the current top African economic stories.....We are joined on the line by Victor Kgomoesoana, 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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15:05

Scores of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa

First Take SA ·

2026/06/11

Scores of Nigerians have been repatriated from South Africa. Ahead of the departure, groups of Nigerian nationals gathered at their embassy in Pretoria for registration, documentation checks, and final travel arrangements. The process comes at a sensitive time, with migrant communities in South Africa facing heightened tensions and renewed debate around migration, safety, and integration. To help us unpack the implications of what has now taken place, both in terms of diplomacy and the lived

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9:10

Victims of disasters in Impendle, KwaZulu-Natal are...

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2026/06/11

Victims of disasters in Impendle, KwaZulu-Natal are set to receive permanent houses after years in temporary shelters. KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma is expected to handover completed homes today. Over 2,400 houses have been finished so far, with more still under construction. MEC Duma joins us on the line...

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6:15

Rise Mzansi calls for greater accountability in the...

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2026/06/11

Gauteng police are investigating a mass shooting at Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg. Twelve people were killed and at least nine others injured after heavily armed suspects opened fire on residents. Rise Mzansi has called for greater accountability and reform in the security sector. Rise Mzansi Joburg mayoral candidate, Lukhona Mnguni joins us now to discuss restoring safety and trust in vulnerable communities

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9:33

Concerns raised over the proposed digital ID system...

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2026/06/11

Think Tank and Advocacy group Lex Libertas has written to Home Affairs Minister, Dr. Leon Schreiber over concerns about the proposed digital ID system. The group says thousands of public submissions have been received opposing the plan, citing risks around data security and oversight. Lex Libertas argues mandatory logging of verifications and broad powers for the Director-General could enable future abuse. For more we're joined by Dr. Ernst Roets, Executive Director of Lex Libertas

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4:58

ANCYL to picket at Cartrack offices calling for...

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2026/06/11

The ANCYL and other organisation will today picket at Cartrack's Rosebank office calling for Justice for Gcina Dhladhla who died at the vehicle tracking company. Twenty-nine-year-old Gcina reportedly collapsed and died in a bathroom cubicle. The cause of death is still pending a formal autopsy result. Organisers are calling for public solidarity with her family. We're joined now by Oscar Kanyane, ANCYL Johannesburg Regional Spokesperson

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7:54

Mama Joy wishing Bafana all the best against Mexico...

First Take SA ·

2026/06/11

Bafana Bafana face co-host Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today in Mexico City. South African fans who arrived this week say they are confident ahead of the encounter. The match marks South Africa's return to the tournament's opening fixture on foreign soil. We're joined on the line now by South African legendary football superfan Joy Chauke, better known as Mama Joy

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7:37

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee says threats to...

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2026/06/11

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee says threats to his life, laid bare at the Madlanga Commission will not deter his work. Court papers claim Tax Justice South Africa founder, Abramjee was threatened in WhatsApp messages involving senior police official Major-General Feroz Khan and tobacco figure Mohamed Sayed. The messages followed Abramjee's exposure of cigarette brands allegedly avoiding tax. He told producer Tracey Boomgaard the threats strengthen his resolve to expose corruption and the illicit

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