The National Briefing

The Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi held a Ministerial Engagement session with the legal fraternity where issues of transformation were discussed. How can transformation be achieved without overlooking black and women lawyers? Guest: Mmamoloko Kubayi - Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 22 April 2026 1.    Senegal – Dakar  The 10th Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security: How defence forces and media can ensure peace and security in Afrika The 10th edition of the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in A...

The Independent Police Union of South Africa weighs in as National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola appears in court over allegations linked to a controversial health tender—raising fresh concerns about accountability and oversight within SAPS leadership.   Guest: Bethuel Nkuna - President of the Independent Police Union of South Africa  

Oil price movements surprisingly muted despite Trump announcing a ceasefire extension   After delays Trump’s Fed chair pick, Kevin Warsh states his case before the banking committee (Warsh’s fate lies in the committee he has to convince lawmakers to vote for him to become Fed chair) 

Pressure is mounting in the European Union as Spain, Slovenia, and Ireland push to debate suspending the EU’s agreement with Israel over alleged human rights violations in Palestine. EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas said in a media briefing that a partial suspension was still being negotiated. Can political and economic partnerships come with enforceable consequences? Guest: Gustavo de C...

Built in Mzans- How a social entrepreneur whose community impact centers on transforming agricultural waste into essential resources. She has driven two flagship "clean and green" products: Tokosickle and Dungbrix. Guest: Vonnie Baloyi - Community Development Director at Rising In Sekhukhune  and Founder of Vonnie Projects 

Yesterday, the Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi held a Ministerial Engagement session with the legal fraternity where issues of transformation were discussed. How can transformation be achieved without overlooking black and women lawyers? Guest:  Advocate Myron Dewrance, who leads Advocates for Transformation 

Municipal Watch: Residents of eNkalweni in the Eastern Cape under the Joe Gqabi District Municipality are telling a very painful story caused by a lack of clean water. Why is the municipality not getting things right so that they can provide water for the villages in that area? Guest: Mr Thethile Ramba - Resident of eNkalweni village   Guest: Nombulelo Damba- Hendrik - Journalist at GroundUp&...

Guest: Prof. Thuli Madonsela - Director of the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) in the Faculty of Law at Stellenbosch  

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter  

The African National Congress has drawn a line in the sand, telling members to choose between the party and the South African Communist Party ahead of the upcoming local government elections. The move follows the SACP’s decision to contest independently, raising questions about the future of the historic alliance.  Guest:  Mzwandile Masina - ANC NEC Member  

The African National Congress has drawn a line in the sand, telling members to choose between the party and the South African Communist Party ahead of the upcoming local government elections. What now for the Tripartite alliance? Guest: Steven Friedman - Research Professor at University of Johannesburg    

South Africans earning up to R50,000 a month are increasingly finding themselves trapped in debt, as the cost of living rises and social pressures grow. National Debt Advisors warns that even stable incomes are no longer a guarantee of financial security. Why is the middle class falling behind?  Guest:  Sharon Mmitsi - Debt Counsellor: National Debt Advisors 

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 1.    South Afrika - Benin - Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba seeks asylum in South Africa Prominent Pan-African and pro-Russian activist Kemi Seba has applied for political asylum in South Africa, where he is being detained for breaching immigration l...

Oil falls below 100 dollars on US-Iran two week ceasefire 2. Global airlines continue to hike fares and cut flights on rising jet fuel prices (yes, oil has eased but has the damage been done??) 3. Markets update - reflecting on how stocks closed, many indicies closed before Trumps deadline

20 April 2026  1.DR Kongo- USA - Deportees from Latin America have arrived in Kinshasa from the U.S. under the Trump agreement. After being deported from the United States, around 15 people touched down in the Democratic Republic of Congo's capital, Kinshasa, this past weekend.    Angola – Italy- Pope Leo XIV - Pope Leo XIV arrived in Angola this past weekend, opening the thir...

The National Consumer Commission has welcomed new regulations aimed at clamping down on spam calls and unwanted direct marketing. With the introduction of an Opt-Out Registry, consumers will soon have greater control over who can contact them — and companies that don’t comply could face hefty penalties. But will this finally bring relief to frustrated South Africans?  Guest: ...

Guest: Cynthia Moyo - Climate and Energy Campaigner at Greenpeace Africa   Guest: Dr Nandi Malumbazo - Senior Lecturer at Wits University, Energy Expert in Energy Policy and Regulation Guest: Tshilidzi Mathavha -  Highveld Regional Secretary at the National Union of Mineworkers 

With all these senior police arrests and whistleblowing, how do we clean up that department? Guest: Andy Mashaile - Security Strategist

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that the Road Accident Fund must compensate all road accident victims — including undocumented foreign nationals — saying the law applies to “any person” without exception. But what does this mean for an already strained RAF, and could it open the door to abuse or greater financial pressure?   Guest: Songezo Zibi, Chair of Sta...

Expected in court today is suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi, who was arrested at his Gauteng home on Saturday by the police Madlanga commission task team on charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice, with his appearance set for the Boksburg magistrate’s court. Guest: Ian Cameron - Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Comm...

The Reality Check: “Unity in diversity” as dictated by our Constitution and National Coat of Arms.  Guest: Prof. Thuli Madonsela - Director of the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) in the Faculty of Law at Stellenbosch University

Oil falls below 100 dollars on US-Iran two week ceasefire 2. Global airlines continue to hike fares and cut flights on rising jet fuel prices (yes, oil has eased but has the damage been done??) 3. Markets update - reflecting on how stocks closed, many indicies closed before Trumps deadline

The Global Brief S.–Iran talks in Pakistan face early strain as Iran rejects engagement over military tensions and threats. European leaders warn the U.S. approach could escalate conflict rather than stabilize the situation.  Brazil’s President Lula urges global powers to uphold peace, as leaders gather to address rising extremism and democratic risks. Guest: Prof. Abel Ester...

Guest: Dr Sebonkile Cynthia Thaba - academic, researcher, and higher education leader: University of Johannesburg