The National Briefing

Mauritius – Afrikan Union Africa launches own credit agency in bid for cheaper borrowing Africa will launch its own credit rating agency on Wednesday, aimed at countering what many see as unfair assessments by global institutions that make it more expensive for African nations to borrow money. The Africa Credit Ratings Agency (AfCRA), backed by the African Union after nearly a decade of talk...

The Global Briefing: The International Monetary Fund is warning that governments around the world can no longer rely on economic growth alone to deal with mounting debt. Israel is preparing for a national election where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking another term, but his government faces criticism over the security failures surrounding the 7 October 2023 and the protracted conflict...

The Constitutional Court’s ruling has reopened access to South Africa’s asylum system, but questions remain about how government will manage the process. SACR says applying for asylum does not automatically make someone a refugee, and that each claim must still be properly assessed. It also says Home Affairs must balance constitutional obligations with immigration control, national sec...

Guest: Janet Jobson - CEO of the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation    

Guest: Shakes Botswe – EFF m ayoral candidate of Ditsobotla Municipality Guest:  Rodney Phale – Patriotic Alliance m ayoral candidate of Ditsobotla Municipality Guest: Morutse Molefe – ANC m ayoral candidate of Ditsobotla Municipality Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Group Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group            

Municipal Watch changes gear ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections - Six candidates who want to become the next mayor of Ditsobotla Municipality will face our Know Your Candidates test. Guest: CJ Steyl – DA m ayoral candidate of Ditsobotla Municipality Guest: Letlamoreng Mosiane – Save Ditsobotla Movement m ayoral candidate of Ditsobotla Municipality Guest:  Cathy Vogel &nd...

South Africa’s asylum system is reopening to new applicants after a Constitutional Court ruling struck down laws that had blocked many asylum seekers from accessing the system. Home Affairs says Refugee Reception Offices must now accept applications from everyone, including those who entered the country without a visa. But concerns remain about capacity, long waiting periods and whether appl...

South Africans are bracing for a major fuel price shock, with petrol prices rising by more than R3 a litre from tomorrow. Petrol 95 will climb above R30 a litre, while diesel will rise above R35, adding pressure to already stretched households and businesses. So, what is driving this sharp increase, and what does it mean for consumers and the economy? Guest: Bobby Ramagwede, CEO of the Automobile...

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Paramount seals Warner brothers deal after year long pursuit AI demand puts Samsung on course for record profit Market update  

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 1.    Kenya – DR Congo Kenya confirms first Ebola death as 28 contacts traced Kenya has reported its first-ever Ebola death, the health minister announced on yesterday, after a Kenyan man who had been living in the Democratic Republic of Congo died after...

Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets across France, as high school students protest poor learning conditions, missing teachers and deteriorating school infrastructure. With France heading towards presidential elections next year, what does this youth-led uprising say about the frustrations of a new generation and the political mood in the country? Guest: Sanusha Naidu, Senior Rese...

 The Global Briefing: India’s opposition parties have marched in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Quebec’s separatist Parti Québécois (PQ) has returned to power after more than a decade, winning around 59–60 seats but falling short of the 64 needed for a majority. Russia has warned Lithuania that its decision to...

Guest: Janet Jobson - CEO of the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation  

WhatsApp in schools: Are the new rules enough to keep children safe? are schools equipped to make digital communication safe, accountable and traceable, or are regulations alone not enough? Guest: Donata Hart - Divisional Owner Brand and Ecosystem at the d6 Group   

SARB warns prolonged oil shock could keep inflation elevated Outsurance seeks full ownership of insurance subsidiary Market update  

The Madlanga Commission has postponed the in-camera testimony of former Crime Intelligence deputy Feroz Khan after his uncle-in-law, Preggy Padayachee, was shot dead on the R21 in Ekurhuleni. Khan was due to testify remotely, but the hearing could not proceed following the fatal shooting.  Guest: Sibahle Motha - SABC reporter   

Municipal Watch changes gear ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections - Six candidates who want to become the next mayor of Msunduzi Municipality in Kwa-Zulu Natal will face our Know Your Candidates test. Guest: Nombuso Ndawo – IFP Mayoral Candidate of Msunduzi Municipality  Guest: Zet Luzipo – ANC Mayoral Candidate of Msunduzi Municipality Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Group Chief...

Municipal Watch changes gear ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections - Six candidates who want to become the next mayor of Msunduzi Municipality in Kwa-Zulu Natal will face our Know Your Candidates test. Guest: Sandile Mnikathi – DA Mayoral Candidate of Msunduzi Municipality  Guest: Rienus Niemand – ACDP Mayoral Candidate of Msunduzi Municipality  Guest: Ntuthuko Mncwabe...

The Constitutional Court’s ruling in the Scalabrini Centre case has raised questions about how South Africa handles asylum applications at its borders and Refugee Reception Offices. Progressive Forces of South Africa says a new Home Affairs directive could undermine parts of the Immigration Act and border controls.  Guest: Bonang Sepoloane - National Organiser of Progressive Forces of S...

The Madlanga Commission will today hear evidence from former Crime Intelligence Deputy Head Major General Feroz Khan, but the proceedings will take place behind closed doors. Khan is expected to be questioned about evidence previously heard in camera. This comes after the Commission last week ordered criminal charges against him for failing to comply with a subpoena to appear.  Guest: Sibahle...

Reality Check with Janet Jobson:  The TRC’s deep wounds  - how we have dealt with the recommendations and issues raised by the TRC, and what we can do now to extend the TRC’s work .  Guest: Janet Jobson - CEO of the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation  

Some religious leaders are pushing back against the CRL Rights Commission’s Section 22 process, which aims to promote ethical leadership, transparency and accountability in churches following allegations of exploitation and abuse. Guest: Rev. Dr. Tanelle Welff-Dixon - Program Director for Women, Children and People with Disabilities, Media and Communications at the African Religious & Tr...

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 1.Ethiopia- Addis Ababa Abiy Ahmed takes oath of office as Prime Minister Ethiopia's parliament has re-elected Abiy Ahmed as prime minister for the next five years, following the general election in June. That election saw Ahmed's ruling prosperity party clinch 438 out o...

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US services sector expands despite mounting costs AI demand drives Foxconn revenue surge Market update  

The Global Briefing: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called a snap general election for 29 November, following mounting protests over the country’s housing crisis and a parliamentary defeat for his government’s proposed housing measures Thousands of supporters of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan have begun a long march towards Islamabad, demanding his r...