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At its 30th Annual Summit, the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) reflected on three decades of social dialogue, collaboration, and policy-making in the face of persistent economic challenges — most notably South Africa's high unemp 08.09.2025 5:20

  Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla is a Professor of Practice at the University of Johannesburg, a Research Associate at Oxford University, a board member of Institute for Economic Justice at Wits and a distinguished Alumni of the University of Ghana. He is the former Statistician-General of South Africa

On 8 September, South Africa joins the world in commemorating International Literacy Day — a UNESCO initiative that highlights literacy as a fundamental human right, the foundation for lifelong learning, and an essential part of building sustainable socie 08.09.2025 5:32

    Guest: Tebogo Ditshego: CEO of Ditshego Media, the President of the South African Graduates Business Network and the founder of Africa’s largest online book club, ReadabookSA

The 12th South African AIDS Conference is around the corner, taking place from 8–11 September 2025 at Emperors Palace, Gauteng, under the powerful theme: “Unite for Change – Empower Communities and Redefine Priorities for HIV/AIDS.” 08.09.2025 10:16

    Guest: Professor Fareed Abdullah: Director at The South African Medical Research Council ( SAMRC)

In a widely anticipated political move, Floyd Shivambu has officially launched the Afrika Mayibuye Movement (Mayibuye) and declared himself its president. The announcement marks Shivambu’s return to frontline politics following his controversial exit from 08.09.2025 9:30

  Guest: Sydney Baloyi: Afrika Mayibuye National Spokesperson

South Africa's unemployment rate climbed again in the second quarter of 2025, reaching 33.2%, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) released by Stats SA. 08.09.2025 5:32

    Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi: General Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions ( SAFTU)

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 08.09.2025 4:12

    OPEC+ increases oil production  African rainbow minerals suspends operations at one of its mines Markets

In a major escalation of the ongoing war, Russia launched its largest drone and missile assault on Ukraine since the invasion began in February 2022, striking the heart of Kyiv and setting the main government building ablaze for the first time during the 08.09.2025 5:13

    Guest: Roland Henwood: Political Scientist And Commentator: University of Pretoria

In a move that has sparked renewed attention on U.S.–South Africa relations, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he will not attend the G20 Leaders' Summit in South Africa, sending Vice President JD Vance in his place. 08.09.2025 4:44

  Guest: Siphamandla Zondi is a professor of politics and international relations at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)

Umngeni Water Services gives clarity on SETA stipends after a call from Dumisani in Durban 05.09.2025 10:47

  Guest: Peter Thompson: Managing Director Umgeni Water Services  

Eden Park is regarded as the spiritual home of New Zealand rugby, and the Springboks face a daunting task against their arch rivals at the famous venue on Saturday. 05.09.2025 5:24

  Guest: Thanduxolo Mxoli - SABCNEWS Senior Sport Journalist or Producer.  

The Lesotho Football Association has now threatened to protest over Bafana Bafana’s potential selection of Teboho Mokoena in today’s Fifa World Cup 2026 qualifier in Bloemfontein. Lesotho felt that Mokoena should not have played against them in March, at 05.09.2025 7:03

  Guest: Nkululeko Nkewu - Co-Founder of iDiskiMedia, Football Broadcaster  

As we celebrate Heritage Month, Christian Martin, Khoi and San Activist argues that we must choose between the symbolic work of changing names and the tangible work of providing basic services—such as houses, roads, and water—is a false and dangerous one. 05.09.2025 7:47

  Guest: Christian Martin, Khoi and San Activist

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 05.09.2025 6:13

    MTN reportedly after Telkom assets again Anglo American sells final holding Valterra platinum  Markets

When the Taxi industry goes on strike, what impact does that have on the economy? 05.09.2025 6:28

  Guest: Dr Olebogeng Baikgaki, a renowned transport economics expert: North West University 

Florida plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for students to attend schools, the state's surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, announced on Wednesday, a move public health experts warned could trigger severe outbreaks among children, tourists and 05.09.2025 9:11

  Guest: Dr Richard Lessells - Infectious Diseases Medical Doctor At Kwazulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform: UKZN 

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 05.09.2025 4:22

    Trump formalises Japan-US trade deal  OpenAI reportedly in partnership to develop AI chips Markets

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa\ 05.09.2025 6:49

    05 September 2025   1.&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;China - Zimbabwe Chinese President Xi Jinping and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced the upgrading of bilateral relations to an all-weather community with a shared future in Beijing on Thursday.   2.&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;Russia – Republic of Congo Vladimir Putin calls Congo a "friend and reliable partner"...

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has now said that the Gauteng will establish its first-ever political killings task team within the next four weeks to investigate politically motivated murders in the province dating back to 2010 05.09.2025 9:10

  Guest: Panyaza Lesufi – Gauteng Premier  

Solidarity calls for suspension of Stellenbosch Municipality’s Human Resources Manager Alexander Kannemeyer, this after a leaked video went viral showing Kannemeyer with two persons, saying that white employees be removed in order to meet transformation t 05.09.2025 5:49

  Guest: Ettienne Pio - Solidarity Litigant 

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 04.09.2025 4:19

    Murray & Roberts gets R80 million lifeline  International company, Nielson plans to ditch SA operations  Markets

The African National Congress confirms receipt of a letter dated 01 September 2025 from Stan Mathabatha, in which he communicated his decision to step aside from his responsibilities as Provincial Chairperson in Limpopo Province. 04.09.2025 9:50

    Guest: Jimmy Machaka - ANC Limpopo Spokesperson

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a major recall notice affecting several popular vehicle models in South Africa, including the Ford Mustang, Ford Transit Custom, BMW X3 (G45), Volkswagen Polo, and Hino 500 Series buses. The recall, prompt 04.09.2025 6:34

    Guest: Prudence Moilwa: Head of Complaints and Investigations, The National Consumer Commission (NCC) 

China's massive military parade through central Beijing was a powerful demonstration of force and technological ambition, showcasing the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) newest advancements in missile systems, drones, and directed energy weapons. 04.09.2025 9:38

    Guest: Professor Abel Esterhuyse is a member of the Department of Strategic Studies in the Faculty of Military Science, Stellenbosch University 

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 04.09.2025 4:23

    1. Trump escalates tariff fight to Supreme Court 2. US jobs markets shows signs of cooling as job openings decline in August 3. Markets

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 04.09.2025 6:15

    4 September 2025   1.&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;&ensp;USA- DR Congo- Rwanda   Joint Statement on the Second Joint Oversight Committee Meeting for the Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda   DR Congo - Kinshasha Former Congolese president Joseph Kabila reacted on this week finally after a military prosecutor sought the death...