The National Pulse

Former president Jacob Zuma’s political party, uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK Party), has officially expelled his daughter DuduzileZuma-Sambudla and parliamentary member Nhlamulo Ndhlela. The expulsion was announced by the MK secretary-general, Sibonelo Nomvalo, at a press conference in Cedarwoods, Johannesburg, yesterday. GUEST: Sandile Mnguni, Political Analyst from the University of KwaZulu-Natal

More than a concert series, Drakensberg Boys Choir Music in the City has evolved into a dynamic cultural gathering, where young voices, diverse traditions, and world-class musicianship converge in one of South Africa’s most energetic urban spaces. Now firmly established as a flagship event in the Choir’s annual calendar, the production continues to bridge the Choir’s majestic cen...

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) has released survey findings on how South Africans experience, perceive, and respond to corruption. We find out more with… GUEST: Dr Steven Gordon - Chief Research Specialist in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division of the Human Sciences Research Council

The Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi and the InterMinisterial Committee on Migration this morning carried out an unannounced oversight visit to the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Krugersdorp. We talk more on the visit with… GUEST: Lopang Alamu – SABC Reporter

As South Africa marks the 50th anniversary of the June 16 Uprising, this year's commemoration is being observed under the theme, "RESET@50 – The Future Calls." On this week's Big Issue, we focus on youth activism and its evolving role in shaping the country's future. We speak to young voices about the legacy of 1976, the challenges facing today's generation, and whether youth activism remain...

This June, Johannesburg’s cultural calendar will again resonate with the unmistakable sound of one of South Africa’s most iconic musical institutions as the Drakensberg Boys Choir returns to the stage for the highly anticipated Drakensberg Boys Choir Music in the City 2026. Taking place from 17 to 20 June 2026 at The Mandela at Joburg Theatre, the four-day showcase promises a vibrant,...

Yesterday, final preparations got underway at a second site where Malawian nationals will be moved before being processed and repatriated back home. The new site, in the Durban CBD, will help ease overcrowding at Sherwood Hall and speed up deportation and repatriation efforts. GUEST: Gcinokuhle Malinga, SABC News Reporter     

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says it appears there is a growing standoff between the SAPS and the NPA’s Investigative Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC).  GUEST: Professor Nirmala Gopal, Criminologist from the University of KwaZulu-Natal

As South Africa marks the 50th anniversary of the June 16 Uprising, this year's commemoration is being observed under the theme, "RESET@50 – The Future Calls." On this week's Big Issue, we focus on youth activism and its evolving role in shaping the country's future. We speak to young voices about the legacy of 1976, the challenges facing today's generation, and whether youth activism remain...

GUEST: Mbali Phewa - Executive Head: Transformation at Nedbank

The Department of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has established a priority court in Durban to support immigration enforcement. We speak to the Minister of Justice and Development who visited the court yesterday… GUEST: Asiya Khan - Director: Legal Administration at Department of Justice and Constitutional Development KZN provinci...

The African Transformation Movement and its MP, Vuyolwethu Zungula, have filed papers in the Western Cape High Court. Zungula is opposing President Cyril Ramaphosa’s bid to interdict Parliament’s impeachment process pending a review into the Section 89 independent panel report into the Phala Phala saga. GUEST: Zama Ntshona, ATM National Spokesperson

The Thabo Mbeki Foundation, in collaboration with Classics on Turf will be hosting a tribute concert honouring the life and music works of Tiyo Soga, one of the most remarkable South African composers and literary giants of the 19th century. We speak to the man conducting the orchestra of the night? GUEST: Kutlwano Masote - Musician and Conductor with ‘Classics on Turf’

Earlier today, a march against illegal foreign nationals happened in Lydenburg, Mpumalanga. The marchers are set to hand over a memorandum of demands to the Department of Home Affairs in the province. One of the protesters’ demands is that spaza shop owners must be screened and vetted. GUEST: Nonkululeko Shongwe, SABC News Reporter in Mpumalanga

South Africa’s annual consumer inflation accelerated sharply to 4.5% in May, its highest level in 22 months, as surging fuel prices filtered through the economy and pushed headline inflation beyond the South African Reserve Bank’s preferred target range. Data released by Statistics South Africa today showed that consumer price inflation climbed from 4.0% in April to 4.5% in May, markin...

Members of the South African Legal Workers' Union (SALAWU) have embarked on a two-day nationwide protest action. Workers were picketing outside Legal Aid South Africa's offices in Braamfontein, over what they describe as deteriorating working conditions and a lack of resources. GUEST: Michael Motaung, Spokesperson: South African Legal Workers' Union

Thirty years into democracy, South Africa has expanded access to education and opportunity, yet millions of young people remain locked out of the economy so what will it take to turn qualifications into jobs, skills into sustainable businesses, and political freedom into real economic power? We unpack these questions with Dr Shahiem Patel, Dean at Regent Business School. GUEST: Dr Shahiem Patel -...

EThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba, together with representatives from the Departments of Justice and Constitutional Development and Home Affairs briefed the media earlier on the latest interventions aimed at fast-tracking the deportation of undocumented Malawian nationals currently camping in Sherwood..  GUEST: Gcinokuhle Malinga - SABC Reporter

As South Africa marks the 50th anniversary of the June 16 Uprising, this year's commemoration is being observed under the theme, "RESET@50 – The Future Calls." On this week's Big Issue, we focus on youth activism and its evolving role in shaping the country's future. We speak to young voices about the legacy of 1976, the challenges facing today's generation, and whether youth activism remain...

Democratic Republic of Congo's Senate has adopted a bill to change the constitution which could open the door to a third term in office for President Felix Tshisekedi, days after a protest against the bill turned violent in the capital Kinshasa. GUEST: Dr. David Matsanga, Political scientist and Conflict Resolution expert

The DA has reshuffled its team in the government of national unity, with Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, demoted to deputy minister. Party leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, announced a series of Cabinet changes aimed at sharpening the party’s impact in national governance and delivering on the mandate of 3.5 million voters.  GUEST: Roland Henwood, Political Scientist and Commentato...

The 11th Annual Green Youth Indaba Week is currently underway until 19 June 2026 in Mogwase, Northwest Province, under the theme: “From Youth Innovation to Green Enterprise and Economic Impact”. We find out more of this impactful initiative… GUEST: Sanele Zulu - Green Youth Network Chairperson

We continue commemorating 50 years of the Soweto Uprising by talking to a man who believes there are many uncomfortable truths about the events of 16 June 1976 that could not be told. Poet, musician and activist, Mzwakhe Mbuli, wanted to make a movie about June 16 ahead of this year’s commemoration but that did not come to fruition. GUEST: Mzwakhe Mbuli, Poet, Musician and Activist

Over the past few years, agriculture has become agritech as technology has eased into everything from yield monitors to climate monitoring to soil sensors and irrigation. These technologies are bringing improvements across yield, performance and optimisation, but they are also introducing unexpected risk. GUEST: Lucas Molefe, Cybersecurity Expert at ESET Southern Africa

The High Court has set aside the decision to place Mangaung Correctional Centre under immediate state control, years after Bester escaped from the facility.  GUEST: Kgomotso Ramolobeng – Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services