The National Briefing

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has revived plans to revolutionise the province’s minibus taxi industry by transitioning to a fully cashless payment system. The initiative, first introduced in 2023, is aimed at modernising public transport, reducing crime, and increasing safety.  Guest: Rebecca Phala: Santaco National Spokesperson

Today, Bafana Bafana will look to reclaim top spot in Group C of FIFA World Cup qualifying when they face Zimbabwe in a crucial clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Now level on 14 points with Benin but behind on goal difference, Bafana must win to keep their World Cup destiny in their own hands ahead of their final qualifier against Rwanda on October 14. Guest: Nkululeko Nkewu: Co-founder of iDiski Me...

As KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi declares the Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens (AmaPanyaza) an illegal structure during a fiery testimony in Parliament, the ANC Youth League (ANCYL) has come out strongly in defence of the controversial unit.  Guest: Ntsako Mogobe: Provincial Chairperson: ANCYL in Gauteng

Tensions have erupted at the University of Fort Hare (UFH) in the Eastern Cape, where student organisations are defying a university-wide eviction order following violent protests. The unrest, sparked by governance disputes and demands for the Vice-Chancellor’s resignation, has left several campus buildings in ruins Guest: Aphelele Khalakahla - Member of the South African Union of Stude...

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa   10 October 2025   1.    Cameroon – Yaounde  As Cameroon decides on Sunday, 12 October 2025 The Incoming or Outgoing President Paul Biya Makes Rare Campaign Appearance Ahead of Cameroon Election and what is the state of elec...

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After two years of devastating war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire and hostage exchange, sparking celebrations in both Gaza and Tel Aviv. Guest: Dr Kingsley Makhubela -  Director of Risk Recon and former Diplomat

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has raided the luxury Sandton home of businessman Hangwani Maumela, seizing high-end assets as part of a massive R820 million recovery operation. Guest: Adv. Andy Mothibi: Head and Chief Executive Special Investigating Unit (SIU), South Africa  

The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has signed a landmark 25-year Terminal Operator Agreement (TOA) with FFS Tank Terminals, marking a significant step forward for South Africa’s liquid bulk storage capacity and port infrastructure development. Guest: Dr Dineo Mazibuko: General Manager for Commercial Services, Transnet National Ports Authority 

On the eve of World Mental Health Day (10 October), fresh warnings have been issued about the toxic state of many South African workplaces — and the high cost of silence. According to Prof Renata Schoeman, Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School, toxic work environments are not just bad for employee morale — they are damaging public health and the economy.  G...

South Africa’s health standards watchdog, the Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC), has raised serious concerns about “window dressing” in health establishments — a growing trend where hospitals and clinics borrow equipment and documents from other facilities during inspections to appear compliant.   Guest: Dr Siphiwe Mndaweni: CEO, The Office of Health Standar...

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter   KAL Group says US tariffs are opening new markets as farmers accelerate export diversification 2. Global cocoa prices tank after two year rally  3. Markets

Guest: Malaika Mahlatsi - a senior researcher and government official Malaika Mahlatsi argues that local governance needs skilled and professional leaders, not just famous celebrity faces. This is after ActionSA announced media personality and anti-drug activist Xolani Khumalo as its mayoral candidate for the City of Ekurhuleni.          

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Firstrand flags concerns over UK FCA motor finance redress scheme 2. Dubai fintech firm, Opstasia set to list on the JSE 3. Markets      

The family of slain whistle-blower Babita Deokaran has expressed deep anger and disappointment at the findings of a recent Special Investigating Unit (SIU) interim report, which reveals that over R2 billion was looted from Tembisa Hospital — more than double the R850 million Babita had uncovered before her assassination in 2021.   Guest: Bishop Tony Haripersadh: Babita’s Deokaran'...

Union Against Hunger call on Shoprite and all food retailers in South Africa to urgently reduce the price of essential food and call on government to regulate essential food prices.  Guest: Mark Heywood - One of the Co-Founders of the Union Against Hunger  

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 09 October 2025 1. South Sudan – South Afrika  South Afrikan Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrives in  South Sudan, Juba on a working visit Deputy President Paul Mashatile, in his capacity as Special Envoy to South Sudan arrived in Juba, South...

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In a move that has intensified legal and political tensions across the country, former President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of National Guard troops to several U.S. cities, including Portland, Oregon, and Chicago, Illinois. Guest: Brooks Spector: Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick      

The South African National Christian Forum (SANCF) has asked the Constitutional Court to declare that the reappointment of Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva as chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission “is unlawful, unconstitutional, and invalid”. Guest: Bishop Marothi Mashashane: President, South African National Christian Forum 

How important is for science to lead in dealing with climate change? Guest: Leen Govaerts: VITO Director of Water & Energy Transition, Global Sustainable Technology and Innovation Community (G-STIC)

What role is the CSIR playing in advancing research, development and innovation in South Africa and Africa? Guest: Dr Raymond Molapo: Exhibitor, CSIR Conference Platinum Sponsor

Where does South Africa and Africa more broadly stand, in meeting targets of the adoption of Agenda 2030 and the SDGs? Guest: Vuyani Jarana: CSIR Board Member  

How important is commemorating of CSIR’s 80 years of touching lives through innovation & Science, technology and innovation for a sustainable future? Guest: Dr Thulani Dlamini: CEO, the CSIR [Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

The Zero Dropout national study they conducted, shows that 14% of learners considered dropping out of school due to teenage pregnancy. In KwaZulu-Natal, only around 2,000 of 25,000 pupils who fell pregnant between 2023 and 2024 stayed in school.     Guest: Colin Wardle: Communication Lead for the Zero Dropout Campaign