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KwaZulu-Natal’s MEC for Economic Development, Rev. Musa Zondi, has addressed concerns over the financial health of Ithala SOC, assuring the public that the institution remains solvent and its operations stable. 20.01.2025 17:48
Guest: Rev. Musa Zondi: KwaZulu-Natal’s MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs Guest: Khaya Sithole - Independent Analyst
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has condemned the violence in the Cape Flats, emphasising its impact on residents' safety and education. 20.01.2025 6:52
Guest: Aseza Gungubele, Commissioner responsible for Migration, Human Settlement & Climate at the SA Human Rights Commission.
Operations at the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine in Stilfontein are set to continue for a fourth day despite earlier reports suggesting that all illegal miners had been removed from the mine shaft. 20.01.2025 5:17
Guest: Chris Rutledge - executive director of Mining Affected Communities United in Action
South Africa's higher education system is facing a critical shortage of first-year university placements, as a record 337,158 matriculants have qualified for Bachelor studies, but only 202,000 spots are available at public universities. 20.01.2025 4:16
Guest: Dr Sheetal Bhoola - Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: University of Zululand and Director of StellarMaths
With murder rates in Africa predicted to increase, Guide to support activists help Silence the Guns in Africa launched 20.01.2025 6:58
Guest: Claire Taylor - Researcher: Gun Free South Africa,
Africa Update Report with Adv. Sipho Mantula - from Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International: UNISA 20.01.2025 6:48
20 January 2025 1. Mozambique -Maputo Mozambique’s newly installed President, Daniel Chapo has appointed Maria Benvinda Levi, a former judge and Minister of Justice, to the post of Prime Minister, leading a team in which only the Minister of National Defence, Cristóvão Chume, was in the outgoing government. 2. United States of Americ...
As Donald Trump’s inauguration approaches, questions are mounting about what his presidency will mean for South Africa’s economy. 20.01.2025 7:15
Guest: Prof Andre Roux: Economist at Stellenbosch Business School
After 15 months of intense conflict, Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for a ceasefire and hostage release, facilitated by Qatar and the United States. 17.01.2025 4:31
Guest: Alie Komape: Communications Manager at #Africa4Palestine
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union [NEHAWU] strongly condemns the Government Employees Medical Scheme [GEMS] for its decision to implement a 13.4% increase on member contribution to public servants for this year. 17.01.2025 5:29
Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi, Principal Officer at GEMS
After 15 months of intense conflict, Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for a ceasefire and hostage release, facilitated by Qatar and the United States. 17.01.2025 4:28
Guest: Danny Mofsowitz: Chairperson of the Gauteng Council, SA Jewish Board of Deputies
A court has ruled in favour of a Johannesburg apartment complex's body corporate, granting them the right to disconnect the electricity of a non-paying flat owner. 17.01.2025 4:51
Guest: Carlo Mariani: Property Entrepreneur & Founder of The Property Coach
The Judicial Conduct Tribunal's hearing into sexual misconduct allegations against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge is ongoing, with new evidence presented 17.01.2025 6:32
Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin: Research and Advocacy Officer of the Judges Matter
There are now reports that 1 222 851 learners started grade 1 in 2013 but only 724 156 enrolled as full-time candidates in grade 12 for 2024 17.01.2025 6:48
Guest: Colin Wardle, Communication Lead, Zero School Dropout
Government has been served with letters of demand over the promulgation of the BELA Act by AfriForum & Solidarity. They argue that the proclamation is irrational and unconstitutional. 17.01.2025 6:27
Guest: Werner Human: Operational Head for Solidarity Movement
Ithala faces imminent closure unless government acts swiftly to neutralise the actions of an arrogant and callous Repayment Administrator (RA). The closure of Ithala threatens 400 jobs and would negatively impact many, particularly those in rural areas wh 17.01.2025 9:52
Guest: Dr Thulani Vilakazi - CEO of Ithala
Africa Update Report with Adv. Sipho Mantula - from Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International: UNISA 17.01.2025 6:35
17 January 2025 1. United Arab Emirates (UAE)- Kenya Enhancing trade relations: UAE and Kenya sign economic pact The UAE and Kenya have entered into a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) designed to bolster trade and investment between the two countries. This paradigm shift marks the UAE's inaugural bilateral trade agreement with an...
South Africa has faced multiple submarine cable outages in 2023, which have brought the country close to major Internet disruptions. 16.01.2025 8:16
Guest: Jan Vermuelan: Editor, My Broadband
As South Africa faces an ongoing water crisis, many residents are looking for ways to secure alternative water sources, much like they did during the peak of load shedding by investing in inverters and solar power 16.01.2025 5:08
Guest: Ayesha Laher, director at AHL Water
The National Gambling Board (NGB) is warning against the temptation to turn to gambling in search of quick financial relief. 16.01.2025 5:01
Guest: Lynette Kamineth: Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Manager, The National Gambling Board
The intimidation of journalists has become a growing concern in recent years, with both physical and legal threats on the rise 16.01.2025 5:33
Guest: Thanduxolo Jika: Sunday Times Investigative Journalist
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested 16.01.2025 6:45
Guest: Prof David Monyae - Director for the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg
Judge President Selby Mbenenge is embroiled in a case before the Judicial Conduct Tribunal after being accused of making sexual advances toward a colleague, with the case revealing troubling behavior through WhatsApp messages. 16.01.2025 7:18
Guest: Lucien Pierce: Director at specialist IT & Cybersecurity law firm, PPM Attorneys
Africa Update Report with Adv. Sipho Mantula - from Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International: UNISA 16.01.2025 5:30
16 January 2025 1. Mozambique- Maputo The newly sworn-in President of the Republic, Daniel Francisco Chapo, promised to tighten the state budget by cutting unnecessary spending, including reviewing the structure of state posts and the attribution of perks. 2. Comoros - Moroni Comoros’ ruling party ha...
As thousands of South African children return to school, many face distressing conditions that threaten their safety and well-being. Broken toilets, dilapidated classrooms, overcrowded schools, and inadequate facilities are widespread, particularly in tow 16.01.2025 5:09
Guest: Prof Gezani Baloyi, Head Quality Assurance and Enhancement and part of the College of Graduate Studies, Unisa
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has now called for public and private school to write the same matric exam 16.01.2025 6:27
Guest: Prof Jonathan Jansen: Professor of Education at Stellenbosch University
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