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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 07.02.2025 5:48

    07 February 2025   DR Congo- Goma DRC Military Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Corneille Nangaa as M23's grip on Goma The military justice system of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has issued an arrest warrant for Corneille Nangaa, accusing him of failing to prevent acts of torture under his authority. Signed by Colonel Magistrate Mbuta Muntu Parfait, the warrant orders h...

Afrikaans-focused e-hailing service Wanatu has temporarily suspended its operations after the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) allegedly unlawfully impounded several of its vehicles. 07.02.2025 6:12

  Guest: Ayanda Allie: Member of Gauteng Provincial Legislature from Build One South Africa

SONA Reaction focusing on the state of local government, Good governance building ethical and accountable state, Corruption, if there is any deliberate approach to fight corruption or just rethoric, The achievements and challenges of GNU and Democracy cha 07.02.2025 7:14

    Guest: Rekgotsofetse Chikane : Deputy Chairperson Defend Our Democracy

The National Department of Health gives clarity on the confusion about NHI act 07.02.2025 8:57

    Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi: Health Minister 

SANRAL (South African National Roads Agency Limited) has demonstrated impressive achievements in road infrastructure development, financial performance, and social transformation. 07.02.2025 8:42

    Guest: Reginald Demana, SANRAL CEO

The South African Student Congress (SASCO) has raised alarms over the ongoing student accommodation crisis in Johannesburg, as hundreds of students find themselves stranded 07.02.2025 6:28

    Guest: Yandisa Mhlelembana: SASCO's Gauteng chairperson

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that he will skip the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) talks in South Africa, citing a growing dispute between Washington and Pretoria over South Africa's controversial land expropriation law. 07.02.2025 9:23

    Guest: Brooks Spector: Associate Editor at Daily Maverick

There’s confusion about when the Sassa Gold Cards will be expiring, and when the Sassa grant recipients must change to the Postbank Black Card 06.02.2025 11:06

    Guest: Nikki Mbengashe: Postbank CEO

Ahead of the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), the Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) has presented key areas of concern for the development of South Africa's maritime industry. 06.02.2025 8:57

    Guest: Unathi Sonti: Executive Chairperson, Maritime Business Chamber (MBC)

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 06.02.2025 5:40

    6 February 2025   DR Congo- International Criminal Court DR Congo: ICC tribunal closely monitoring surge in fighting International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors said they were "closely following" events in the Democratic Republic of Congo amid renewed fighting between M23 rebels and Congolese forces. Chief prosecutor Karim Khan opened an investigation into the conflict in eas...

New research from the University of Stellenbosch has revealed that boys are falling behind girls at every stage of schooling, raising alarms about educational disparities in South Africa. 06.02.2025 5:27

    Guest: Professor Servaas van der Berg, director of research in social and economic policy unit at the University of Stellenbosch

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, announced that the National Registry of Sex Offenders will be published and available to the public by the end of February 2025. 06.02.2025 5:49

    Guest: Advocate Brenda Madumise: Director Wise4Afrika

President Donald Trump's proposal to take over Gaza, resettle Palestinians elsewhere, and create a "Riviera of the Middle East" has sparked global controversy. 06.02.2025 9:54

    Guest: Steven Friedman: Research Professor in the Humanities Faculty of the University of Johannesburg

the complexities surrounding the Expropriation Bill, and the shifting dynamics of global financing and geopolitics. 06.02.2025 8:18

    Guest: Peter Attard Montalto - Head Of Capital Markets Research At Intellidex

Parliament has now asked why banks treat black people differently 06.02.2025 8:02

    Guest: Joe Maswanganyi: Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance Chairperson 

Discussing the ongoing land claims in South Africa and the impact of illegal border crossings from Lesotho. 06.02.2025 6:23

    Guest: Khosi Makubakube: Coordinator of Parliamentary Affairs- Lesotho.

Does social media's influence sometimes exaggerate problems, or does it help bring important issues to light? 05.02.2025 4:21

    Guest: Solly Moeng: Reputation Management Strategist

The Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) has announced that Westpark Cemetery, one of the city’s most historic burial sites, is approaching full capacity. 05.02.2025 5:25

    Guest: Jenny Moodley: Spokesperson, The Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ)

Joburg Water shares the entity's plans for expanding infrastructure and enhancing water delivery in Johannesburg. 05.02.2025 9:19

    Guest: Victor Chewe: Senior Manager: Infrastructure Planning and Asset Management, Joburg Water 

Students at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) are facing a range of issues beyond the nationwide concerns of student debt and accommodation struggles. 05.02.2025 4:41

    Guest: Tebogo Letsie: Chair of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the 2025 State of the Nation address tomorrow in Cape Town as part of the Government of National Unity, what can citizens expect? 05.02.2025 8:07

    Guest: Nkosikhulule Nyembezi: Political Analyst

Johannesburg Water is facing a severe infrastructure crisis, with a staggering 26% of the city's water and sanitation systems in critical condition. 05.02.2025 6:18

    Guest: Benoit Le Roy: CEO of the SA Water Chamber

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 05.02.2025 5:30

      5 February 2025   Tanzania -DR Congo SADC and EAC summit to address Eastern DRC crisis in Tanzania Kenya, which currently holds the presidency of the East African Community (EAC), announced a joint summit with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) scheduled for Friday, February 7, and Saturday, February 8, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The statement also confirm...

There are now reports that Joel Pollak, a potential pick by President Donald Trump for the role of U.S. ambassador to South Africa sparked debate with his comments regarding the country’s domestic policies and foreign relations. 05.02.2025 7:05

    Guest: Tony Leon: Former leader of the Democratic Alliance

World Cancer Day on 4th February, under the theme “United by Unique,” serves as a powerful reminder of the global fight against cancer. 04.02.2025 5:18

World Cancer Day on 4th February, under the theme “United by Unique,” serves as a powerful reminder of the global fight against cancer. In South Africa, cancer remains a significant public health challenge, contributing to a growing burden of premature deaths. While medical advances have made strides in treatment, lifestyle factors, particularly diet and nutrition, play a crucial role...