The National Briefing

The Black Lawyers Association (BLA) has thrown its weight behind Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi’s call for mandatory lifestyle audits for prosecutors, saying the move is necessary to protect the integrity and credibility of South Africa’s justice system.  Guest: Johannes Ramathe: Black Lawyers Association General Secretary...

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The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) in Nelson Mandela Bay says the ongoing governance and service delivery failures in the metro are not simply the result of political infighting or administrative incompetence, but reflect a deeper, structural crisis in South Africa’s municipal funding and governance model.     Guest: Mziyanda Macanda: Gqeberha Local...

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South Africa is set to host a controversial multinational naval exercise with BRICS-Plus countries in January 2026, led by China and taking place in South African waters. The exercise, confirmed by the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), has already drawn criticism over its geopolitical implications, particularly due to the likely participation of Russia and Iran.     Guest: Dean&nb...

A school principal, an attorney, a teacher and even a police officer are among thousands of people arrested for drunk driving this festive season, as traffic authorities intensify roadblocks across South Africa.  Guest: Simon Zwane: Spokesperson, Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC)    

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 6 January 2026 1.    Venezuela – Afrika  The abduction and capture of Maduro: What are the strategic lessons for African leaders in the age of precision power? What unfolded in the early hours of Saturday under Operation Absolute Resol...

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The United Nations (UN) Security Council held an emergency session in New York to address the United States’ (US) rendition of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro from Caracas. Guest: Prof. Christopher Gevers, Associate Professor Wits Law School and Director of the Centre for Applied Legal Studies.   

A disturbing viral video showing young children allegedly being given alcohol by adults in the Eastern Cape has sparked widespread public outrage. The Department of Social Development (DSD) has condemned the incident, warning that such behaviour endangers children’s wellbeing and violates the law.   Guest: Phinah Kodisang: Soul City CEO  

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US custody following American strikes on Caracas, as President Donald Trump declares the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. While some Venezuelans are celebrating what they see as the end of an era, others fear what comes next.   Guest: Carlos Feo Acevedo  - Venezuelan Ambas...

Bafana Bafana knocked out by Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 last 16 Guest: Nkululeko Nkewu: Co-founder of iDiski Media 

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Cape Town is preparing for one of its most vibrant cultural celebrations as the official Tweede Nuwe Jaar event takes place on Today. Thousands of performers will take to the streets in a free public parade, highlighting the Kaapse Klopse tradition — a cornerstone of the Western Cape’s cultural heritage.     Guest: Ricardo Mackenzie, Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Spo...

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South Africa enters 2026 at a political crossroads. With local government elections due later this year, the balance of power at the grassroots is up for grabs following the ANC’s historic loss of its national majority in 2024. As coalition politics, economic pressure and voter frustration converge, the coming months could reshape how the country is governed — from city halls to the Un...

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South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela Guest: Chrispin Phiri: spokesperson, Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco)      

Authorities in Mpumalanga have placed emergency services on full alert as severe weather continues to batter the province. A powerful hailstorm has caused damage, electricity outages and dangerous road conditions, prompting officials to urge residents and motorists to exercise extreme caution as unpredictable weather persists across large parts of South Africa.     Guest: Freddy&nbs...

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is now in US custody following American strikes on Caracas, as President Donald Trump declares the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. While some Venezuelans are celebrating what they see as the end of an era, others fear what comes next.     Guest: Lyall White: director of the Ce...

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Ensuring Scholar Transport Safety – Following recent incidents and the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community safety MEC Mathye’s commitment to stricter monitoring and compliance. MEC’s response to the recent scholar transport accidents highlighted in The Citizen. Measures being taken to enforce roadworthiness and driver permit compliance. Deployment of traffic officers an...

The Information Regulator has applied for leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal against a recent High Court ruling that allowed the Department of Basic Education to publish matric results in newspapers using pupils’ examination numbers, arguing this approach may violate the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The appeal suspends the High Court order, meaning the enforcem...

A new South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) study on festive-season well-being reveals that, despite the expectation of joy, many South Africans experience significant emotional strain during the holidays — from anxiety over finances and exhaustion to loneliness and depression. The “Festive Feeling” survey shows that financial worries, social pressures, and emotional...

A 55-year-old man in the Free State has been arrested and linked through DNA evidence to at least eight rapes and robberies spanning more than two decades after posing as a “prophet” and using ritual-style deceptions to target victims, often in graveyards. Police uncovered the pattern following a recent attack on a 21-year-old woman in Bloemfontein, and further forensic work has connec...