The National Briefing

Guest: Cassim Malani - founder of Muslim Relief South Africa  

Guest: Dr Imtiaz Sooliman - Gift Of The Givers 

Guest: Thulani Mavuso - Spokesperson for the Department of Home Affairs  

Guest: Adam Ali from the Malawi Embassy in South Africa. 

Guest: James Aphane - General Manager for Electoral Matters at the  Electoral Commission of South Africa

Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi - South African Federation of Trade Unions General Secretary   

Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science at the University of Stellenbosch 

Built in Mzansi: How Creator Hub is leading the next generation who want to use social media for digital entrepreneurship. Creator Hub actively works to bridge the gap between creative content and long-term financial literacy. This is helping youth transform digital passion into a sustainable, diversified businesses. Guest: Bongani Baloyi  - Creative Entrepreneur, Filmmaker and Foun...

A growing humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Durban, where thousands of immigrants and refugees have sought shelter at Sherwood Hall amid rising anti-immigrant tensions. Among them are about 200 refugees whose legal status in SA has been verified by Home Affairs, but who were recently forced to leave their camp outside the Durban Home Affairs office after police said they could not guarantee thei...

The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal yesterday (Wednesday) went to Sherwood where illegal immigrants have gathered awaiting deportation. Sherwood Hall is where Malawian nationals had sought refuge for more than a week, awaiting repatriation amid alleged threats by groups protesting against undocumented foreign nationals. Guest: Sithembiso Ngema - DA KZN Leader        

The world-renowned Drakensberg Boys Choir is bringing the spirit of the mountains to the heart of Johannesburg with its highly anticipated Music in the City 2026 tour. Running from 17 to 20 June at the Joburg Theatre, the four-day celebration will bring together young voices from South Africa and abroad in a showcase of community, heritage and musical excellence. Guest: Jacques Lind...

Guest: Khaya Ndwandwe - Resident of ward 3 in Vryheid   Guest: Cllr Gert Hay - Freedom Front Plus Councillor in the AbaQulusi Local Municipality  Guest: Cllr Sifiso Mkhwanazi - Mayor at the  AbaQulusi Local Municipality  Municipal Watch: Villagers at ward 3 under the AbaQulusi Municipality in Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal say that they haven't had water since November last y...

Reality Check with Dr Steven Zwane:  Who Must Act? The Role of Business, Education, Government and Families  A practical reflection on how each sector must contribute to youth development, opportunity creation and social agency. Guest: Dr Steven Zwane - Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Operations and Entrepreneurship at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), Universi...

The nation again gathers in support of our national team, Bafana Bafana who are facing the Czech Republic later today at 6pm South African time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Guest: Sifiso Ramara - SABC senior sports journalist in Mexico

Tongaat Hulett has been saved from liquidation, the rescue was made possible through a deal involving the Industrial Development Corporation and Vision Consortium, which is set to take ownership of the embattled sugar producer. Guest: David Jarvis - Acting Chief Operations Officer, IDC   

The Presidency has confirmed that DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has asked President Ramaphosa to effect changes to DA Cabinet members. Willie Aucamp replaces John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture, while Steenhuisen moves to the role of Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition. Guest: Prof Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Political analyst, Acting Director of the Center for Security, Peace and...

1.BRICS Bank- South Afrika  South Africa secures $1bn from BRICS bank for urban infrastructure The New Development Bank (NDB) has approved $1 billion for South Africa's infrastructure upgrades. The funds will support investment in the provision of essential urban services, including water supply and sanitation, electricity, and solid waste management, in eight South African municipalities/ Eq...

Fed keeps rates unchanged  2. Apple expects to increase the price of its devices  3. Market update  

The Global Briefing: In Brazil, Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, was convicted and sentenced for lobbying the United States to impose sanctions on Brazil Ten years after British voters chose to leave the European Union, Brexit remains one of the most consequential political decisions in modern British history. The United States and Iran are preparing to sign a landmark fr...

The United Kingdom says it will ban social media access for children under the age of 16, reigniting a global debate about online safety, mental health, cyberbullying, and the impact of digital platforms on young people. What could this mean for families, young people, and policymakers across the globe?  Guest: Amb. Dr. Lavina Ramkissoon - Ambassador and Co-Chair of the African Union's AU-ASR...

Reality Check with Dr Steven Zwane: From Commemoration to Accountability - A challenge to move beyond speeches, wreaths and ceremonies towards measurable commitments that improve the lives of young South Africans.  Guest: Dr Steven Zwane - Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Operations and Entrepreneurship at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), University of Pretoria

Mission 300, a joint initiative led by the World Bank and the African Development Bank, says it has connected more than 50 million people to electricity across 40 African countries since its launch in 2024. With a target of connecting 300 million people by 2030, the initiative is being hailed as a game-changer for economic growth, job creation, healthcare, and education across the continent. Guest...

President Cyril Ramaphosa says that tackling unemployment requires a collective effort from both government and the private sector. Addressing the Youth Day celebrations yesterday Ramaphosa urged businesses to give young people a chance, even without prior experience. Guest: Kganki Matabane - CEO of the Black Business Forum  Guest: Sibabalwe Nobandla - Multimedia Strategist at Youth Capital

Guest: William Bird, Director of Moxii Africa, formerly Media Monitoring Africa   

1.South Afrika – Rwanda  The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, will host the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Rwanda, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, in Tshwane today. The meeting forms part of ongoing efforts to rebuild and strengthen bilateral relations between South Africa and Rwanda. Discussions will focus on enhancing diplomatic engagem...