The Daily Discourse

The Department of Correctional Services is bringing back military-style ranks for its officials. Soon, staff will once again carry titles like Brigadier, Colonel and General — similar to the SAPS rank structure. But why the return to a more militarised system? We unpack the reasoning behind Correctional Services Minister, Pieter Groenewald’s decision to reintroduce the ranks, and what...

The mystery around the theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm is deepening. New reporting now suggests that far more than the reported 8-million rand may have been stolen in 2020 — with investigators exploring whether the amount could have been nearly double.   Kyle Cowan: News24 Investigative Journalist 

There has been a major development in the disappearance of two-year-old Omphile Sethole, who vanished earlier this month from Ga-Mabuela village. As the search for the toddler continues, her grandparents are expected to appear in the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court on allegations of child negligence. Joanne Joseph gets an update from SABC News reporter, Katlego Nyoni.

Profile:  Geordin Hill-Lewis plans as DA leader and GNU  As the Democratic Alliance charts a new chapter under fresh leadership, questions remain about the party’s identity, inclusivity and political direction in a rapidly shifting South Africa. From criticisms around representation and service delivery, to the DA’s role in the Government of National Unity and its strategy ah...

South Africa’s latest unemployment figures have once again placed the spotlight on the country’s deepening youth jobs crisis, with nearly 60 percent of young people unemployed. As companies raise concerns about hiring and retaining Gen Z workers, we ask: what kind of workplaces are young people actually looking for — and what urgent interventions are needed to connect them to mea...

AmaBhungane is taking the government to court over the controversial Public Procurement Act. While the legislation is meant to tighten and regulate procurement across the state, the investigative journalism outfit argues the process lacked meaningful public consultation — raising fresh concerns about transparency, accountability and public participation. Caroline James, Journalist with Amabh...

The Democratic Alliance's Jack Bloom is sounding the alarm over conditions at Tembisa Hospital in Gauteng, warning of critical shortages of medical equipment and healthcare staff. The party says unless urgent intervention happens, patient care and lives could be put at serious risk

Guest: Geoff Whyte, Group CEO of Advtech Rosebank College has rebranded as “Rosebank  International.”    

Rosebank College has rebranded as “Rosebank International.” Guest: Professor Linda Meyer is the Managing Director of ADvTECH’s Rosebank International Group,  

Conditions once associated with older generations are now increasingly affecting young South Africans. From hypertension and strokes to anxiety, depression and burnout, health experts are warning that the pressures facing young people today are taking a serious toll on both mental and physical wellbeing. Guest: Lesley Meyer: lecturer at University of Pretoria’s Department of Physiotherapy Gu...

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has secured a major legal victory in the long-running 1999 arms deal corruption case involving former president Jacob Zuma and French defence company Thales. Guest: Bophelo Seleke: Independent Legal Analyst  

As South Africa marks World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on 17 May, the national conversation around connectivity is evolving from infrastructure rollout to meaningful digital participation. While network coverage has expanded significantly, affordability and real-world usability remain major barriers preventing millions from fully participating in the digital economy. Guest: Vuya...

Corne Koch: Chief Convention Bureau Officer, South African Tourism

Zuma appearing in Pietermaritzburg court on corruption trial challenge Guest Nonhlakanipho Magwaza:  KZN Sabc reporter,  

Sipho Dlamini, Joy of Jazz  Narend Singh, Deputy Minister of DFFE

Africa Travel Indaba Interview

Africa Travel Indaba Interview

The Franschhoek Literary Festival Marj Brown : Educationist

Financial Corner: Savings vs wealth creation: Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates, Bryan Hirsch gives guidance on wealth creation and short term savings. 

Citizens have until the 14th of May to comment on a Code of Conduct released by the Information Regulator for gated communities and buildings where personal information is collected before entry. Director and Regulatory Head at Werkmans Attorneys, Ahmore Burger-Smidt walks Joanne Joseph through the details of the code of conduct.

6 in 10 youths Unemployed in latest stats, 61% of South African youth are unemployed. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Independent Economist, Stephen Mantsho and Buhle Magwaza, project Lead at Advocacy campaign Youth Capital about the jobs numbers.  

The Road Traffic Management Corporation's Executive Manager for  Road Traffic Information and  Technology at the RTMC, Kevin Kara-Vala explains the changes in language used for the electronic learner's license test

SAPS National spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe speaks to Joanne Joseph about the twin culpable homicide cases under investigation after 3 members of a family were killed in separate car accidents.