The National Briefing

 Today, the world commemorates International Human Rights Day, marking 77 years since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This year’s global campaign — “Human Rights: Our Everyday Essentials” — reminds us that rights are not abstract principles reserved for legal texts or international forums.   Guest: Abigail Noko: The Regional...

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The   People Living with HIV (PLHIV) sector, led by the National Association of People Living with HIV and AIDS (NAPWA), released the HIV Stigma Index 2.0—a landmark, PLHIV-led national study documenting the stigma, discrimination and human rights violations experienced by people living with HIV in South Africa.  Guest: Duncan Moeketse: from the National Association of Pe...

A fresh wave of deadly taxi-related violence in Johannesburg has prompted Transport MMC Kenny Kunene to call for an urgent national police task team dedicated to tackling the killings that continue to destabilise the sector. His plea comes amid a series of assassinations targeting influential taxi association leaders in Gauteng, raising fears of escalating conflict between rival groups.     G...

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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced another major vehicle recall in South Africa, this time affecting nearly 19,000 Jeep and Kia models due to potentially serious safety defects involving airbags and anti-lock braking systems.  Guest: Prudence Moilwa: Head of Complaints and Investigations, The National Consumer Commission (NCC)          

As South Africa prepares for the crucial interviews to select a new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) is urging the presidential selection panel to take a tougher, more forensic approach to assessing the six shortlisted candidates.  Guest: Ann Bernstein: Executive Director, The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE)    ...

South Africa’s CRL Rights Commission is urging government to strengthen legal protections for the traditional healing sector, warning that weak regulation leaves initiates and spiritual seekers vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and unqualified practitioners.  Guest: Prince George Mahlangu: Deputy Chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission 

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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 10 December 2025   1.    Sudan – International Criminal Court  Sudanese militia leader sentenced to 20 years for Darfur atrocities The International Criminal Court (ICC) has sentenced Sudanese militia commander Ali Muhammad Ali Ab...

Ukraine is preparing to deliver a revised peace proposal to the White House as President Volodymyr Zelensky intensifies diplomatic efforts to prevent any settlement that would require surrendering territory to Russia. The push comes amid U.S. pressure for rapid progress toward a deal and growing fears in Europe that Washington may accept terms seen as too favourable to Moscow. &nbsp...

South Africa’s rental market is showing renewed signs of strain as more tenants fall behind on their monthly payments. The latest TPN Residential Rental Monitor reveals a steady rise in non-payment, reflecting the growing pressure on household budgets already stretched by rising living costs, higher debt burdens and stagnant incomes. Financial experts warn that unless tenants adjus...

While police crack down on drunk driving, unroadworthy vehicles and other offences during the festive season, drivers cannot be forced to pay outstanding fines at roadblocks — and may only be arrested if a valid warrant is presented.     Guest: Fortune Chego: Candidate Attorney, specialising in Consumer Law at Trudie Broekmann Attorneys

President Cyril Ramaphosa used the opening of the ANC’s National General Council (NGC) in Boksburg to reaffirm the party’s role as the primary driver of South Africa’s economic transformation. While receiving strong support from the 1,800 delegates present, he confronted both the country’s economic challenges and persistent rumours of an internal push to unseat hi...

South Africa has taken a prominent seat on the global water governance stage as Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation Sello Seitlholo leads the country’s delegation to the 10th International Water Regulators’ Forum (IWRF) in Bangkok. The engagement comes as South Africa pushes ahead with major legislative reforms to strengthen water resource protection, service deliver...

Sandile Swana - President Cyril Ramaphosa used the opening of the ANC’s National General Council (NGC) in Boksburg to reaffirm the party’s role as the primary driver of South Africa’s economic transformation. While receiving strong support from the 1,800 delegates present, he confronted both the country’s economic challenges and persistent rumours of an internal push to uns...

The National Education Collaboration Trust (NECT), in partnership with the Limpopo Department of Education, is launching the Limpopo Learning Improvement Programme (LLIP)—a targeted, evidence-based intervention designed to reverse the decline in learning outcomes and strengthen foundational competencies in Mathematics and English across Grades 4, 8 and 9.  Guest: Dr Godwin Khosa: Nation...

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How employers are expected to classify race and comply with the proposed five-year Employment Equity targets, which NEASA has described as unworkable and in need of urgent clarification.  Guest: Gerhard Papenfus: National Employers Association of South Africa CEO   

Equal Education (EE) and the Equal Education Law Centre (EELC) welcome a landmark judgment delivered by the Western Cape High Court, which has ruled that the Western Cape Education Department’s (WCED) Learner Admissions system unfairly discriminates against Black, poor, and marginalised learners.  

Residents of Khutsong in Carletonville, Gauteng, are living in fear as at least 18 sinkholes continue to threaten homes, infrastructure and essential services. The latest collapse swallowed part of a yard boundary wall and two minibus taxis, intensifying concerns about ageing sewer systems, stalled construction projects and delayed disaster funding. Guest: Cllr. Welile Fihla - Merafong Municipalit...

The ANC is entering a pivotal moment ahead of its 2027 leadership race, with a significant and symbolic development: National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has emerged as a serious contender for ANC president. Guest: Susan Booysen: Political Analyst   

South African police have raised alarm over a surge in mass murders at illegal taverns in Gauteng, following the latest deadly attack at a hostel in Atteridgeville, west of Pretoria. In the early hours of Saturday morning, three gunmen opened fire on patrons inside an unlicensed tavern, killing 12 people—including three children—and injuring 13 more.  Guest: Brigadier Athlend...