First Take SA

The Department of Home Affairs, in collaboration with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), is set to launch the Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum in Pretoria today. This initiative aims to intensify efforts to combat corruption in the sector. To discuss this significant development, Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA parliamentary Chief Whip, Lerato Ngobeni. ActionSA has been...

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

New data from the Teddy Bear Foundation reveals a shocking reality that out of over 5,000 in child abuse cases reported in five years, only 4% resulted in convictions. The foundation says Court delays, staff shortages, and technical failures force victims to relive their trauma repeatedly. Many lose faith, abandoning their pursuit of justice. The foundations urge urgent reforms, specialized courts...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile, will today lead the official World TB Day commemoration and launch the National End TB Campaign in KwaZulu-Natal. The event aims to highlight the devastating impact of tuberculosis and mobilize national efforts to eradicate it. This year's theme, 'Yes! You and I Can End TB – Commit, Invest, Deliver,' calls for urgent action. The campaign seeks to diagnose 250...

A manhunt is still underway for suspects who killed 5 Community Policing Forum members in Soshanguve, Pretoria. The 5 people were shot and killed in Marry Me Informal Settlement on Friday. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Saam Sokolo Security CEO and Founder, Kgothatso Ramautswa, who is part of the manhunt

Former South African ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool is standing firm by his remarks about US President Donald Trump leading a global white supremacist movement. Rasool, who returned to South Africa on Sunday, reiterated that he has no regrets about his remarks. Elvis Presslin spoke to Western Cape COSATU secretary, Malvern de Bruyn, to discuss this matter further

The National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA) says South Africa is facing an imminent Avian Influenza disaster. The organization cites government's failure to act in the face of a looming outbreak which threatens the poultry industry. For insight into this critical issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to NSPCA Veterinarian, Dr. Bryce Marock

The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) strike has brought attention to the department's financial struggles, with former MMC for Community Safety, Letlhogonolo 'Tlhogi' Moseki, pointing fingers at the ANC/EFF coalition's financial mismanagement. Moseki argues that despite an unchanged budget model, EMPD officers are now facing overtime cuts, sparking concerns about the allocation of...

BOSA will today hold a briefing on its legal action to compel the GNU to provide water to South Africa's most vulnerable citizens. This is on the back of a national crisis that has seen citizens in different muncipalities across the country go for weeks without water. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to BOSA Deputy Leader and member of Parliament, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster

The People's Movement for Change is marching to Parliament today to urge President Cyril Ramaphosa to intervene against what they believe are harmful narratives about South Africa. The Movement argues that these negative messages threaten the country's unity and dignity on the global stage. To elaborate further on this issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to Grant Harmse, Head of Communications at the Peop...

Nearly 70,000 Afrikaners have expressed their interest to relocate to the United States under President Donald Trump's refugee offer. The South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA has formally submitted the details of over 67,000 South Africans to the US embassy in Pretoria, following Trump's executive order prioritizing refugee status for Afrikaners. To discuss this development Elvis Presslin...

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) is gearing up to celebrate its 50th anniversary tomorrow (Friday). Founded on 21st of March 1975 in KwaNzimela, Melmoth, the party will take this opportunity to reflect on its significant contributions to South Africa's history and its vision for the future. To discuss the party's milestone and future prospects, Elvis Presslin spoke to IFP National Spokesperson, Mkh...

Talks are underway to resolve the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department strike that brought traffic to a standstill yesterday. The strike, deemed illegal, was sparked by demands for salary increases, reinstated overtime, and danger pay. Ekurhuleni Finance MMC Jongizizwe Dlabathi is optimistic that metro police officers will return to work today following a conflict resolution meeting. To shed...

The Cape Independence Advocacy Group is taking its quest for a sovereign Western Cape to the global stage by seeking support from the United States. The group has formally notified the President, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and Western Cape Premier of its plans to send a delegation to the US. This move aims to secure both financial backing and diplomatic endorsement for it...

Terence Mcnamee a Global Fellow of the Wilson Center  says South Africa's strained relations with the U.S. could see a reset if former finance minister Trevor Manuel takes the reins in Washington. This follows the expulsion of ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, labeled "persona non grata" by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mcamee argues that Manuel's global financial expertise and diplomatic sta...

North West Education MEC Viola Motsumi has denied allegations that she prioritized attending the Special Olympics in Italy over participating in the South African Human Right's inquiry into scholar transport challenges in the province. Motsumi insists she was never invited to the three-day probe, which examined transport issues in rural schools. She was in Italy for the Special Olympics at the tim...

Former SAA Technical chairperson and SAA board member Yakhe Kwinana appeared in the Randburg Magistrate's Court, facing serious charges including extortion, theft, intimidation, and malicious damage to property. Kwinana is accused of taxi violence and extortion cases in eBhongweni, East London. Elvis Presslin spoke to Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse, to shed more light on...

The Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg has formally requested a probe into City Power's governance and financial management. The party is citing alleged fraudulent spending of R335 million in six months on failed projects and deceptive invoices. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Caucus Leader Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku

COSATU in the North West is leading a provincial picket today against austerity measures at the North West Legislature. The protest comes ahead of the Provincial Government's budget speech today. To discuss this further Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU National Spokesperson, Zanele Sabela

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng says it is demanding a speedy investigation into the alleged theft of R5.5 million from the Sedibeng Licensing Department, which implicates the son of Sedibeng Mayor, Councillor Lerato Maloka. The party says the theft occurred in December last year through fraudulent transactions on the eNatis system, using a cashier's user number and password. For more on t...

The FW de Klerk Foundation's annual report card for 2024 has revealed a concerning deterioration in human rights in South Africa. The report assessed 27 rights enshrined in the Constitution's Bill of Rights, finding that 11 rights have worsened, 10 remain unchanged, and only 4 have improved. To elaborate further on the report Elvis Presslin spoke to FW de Klerk Foundation's Executive Director, Chr...

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved Eskom's 12.74% tariff increase for direct customers and 11.32% for municipalities. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA's Head of Energy and Electricity, Nhlanhla Ngidi is warning that the tariff increase will exacerbate illegal electricity connections as struggling consumers seek illicit means to access power. Ngi...

ActionSA has introduced the Cut Cabinet Perks Bill to curb government waste. The legislation aims to end the lavish lifestyles of cabinet members. The Bill comes as the Government of National Unity proposes a regressive VAT hike that would further burden ordinary South Africans. To discuss the details of this bill and its implications for the country, Elvis Presslin spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA...

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

The Al Jama-ah party has strongly condemned the expulsion of South Africa's Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, which coincidentally occurred on World Islamophobia Day. The party views this act as a disturbing reflection of the divisive actions of US president Donald Trump and his administration. To delve deeper into this issue, Elvis Presslin spoke to Ganief Hendricks, the Leader of...