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The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) is set to begin voting for its top six leadership positions after lunch today at its 15th National Congress in Kempton Park. This follows a chaotic start to the congress in September 2026, which collapsed due to fierce leadership factions and eligibility disputes. Out of 12 potential candidates initially selected-two for each position-only 10 rem...

City Power says it is intensifying efforts to dismantle an alleged organised network behind illegal electricity connections in Midrand, north of Johannesburg. This follows an operation in Kanana Informal Settlement and Klipfontein View . Teams have recovered about cables worth an estimated 500-thousand rand and  two transformers valued at two-million rand. City Power spokesperson Isaac Mangen...

A total of four Betway Premiership matches will be played this evening. The top four teams -- Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, AmaZulu and Kaizer Chiefs -- will all be in action. SAfm sports anchor Jon Gerike has more 

Phala Phala impeachment inquiry chair Makashule Gana has defended the committee’s handling of Advocate Thandazani Madonsela SC’s nomination. He says he is confident the legal team will respond to issues raised in court. ALPA has joined the EFF in the High Court to challenge the committee’s rescission decision, arguing that it acted in bad faith.

With the Class of 2026 beginning their final matric examinations today, Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile says the focus must be on supporting learners rather than competing for top national results. Maile was speaking during a visit to Namedi Secondary School in Diepkloof, Soweto. As the examinations run from today until the 26th of November, Maile is urging parents and stakeholders to ensure...

Magistrate Hleziphi Mkhasibe has told the Randburg Magistrates Court that she would need statements from two witnesses the 18-and-16-year-old girls, before she can make a determination on the bail application of former Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya. The court has postponed his bail application to tomorrow (Wednesday) after requesting the Investigating Officer to provide statements of...

The bail application of former Deputy National Police Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya in the Randburg Magistrates' Court,  Proceedings have heard a 25-minute audio recording in which businessman Serge Cabonge alleges that Sibiya has close links to Shamila Batohi, Vusimuzi Matlala and Hangwani Maumela. Sibiya faces charges of rape, sexual grooming of a minor and human trafficking. The Sta...

The Kremlin says talks are ongoing about the possible energy ceasefire with Ukraine. But Kyiv says one of its power plants was hit "immediately after" Donald Trump's Sunday announcement in which he said both Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an energy ceasefire. Dasha Chernyshova has more from Moscow.

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is heading back to the Western Cape High court, seeking a second containment order againts land invasion at Knoflokskraal in the Western Cape. Minister Dean Macpherson says, they are approaching the courts following an increase in the number of dwellings in the six state farms, despite a containment order filed in 2021. Macpherson was addressing th...

Informal settlement dwellers of Willowvale in the Eastern Cape, say they live in fear after sporadic killing incidents in and around the town. They allege that criminals do as they wish, and that people are killed and no arrests are made. In the recent mass shooting incident last week, five people between the ages of 17 and 22 were gunned down inside a flat. Our reporter Nkululeko Nyembezi filed t...

The North West province has recorded a number of independent candidates to contest the upcoming local government elections. About 60 independent candidates hope to secure votes from registered voters across the province. Some of these aspiring councillors say they plan to address residents' concerns if elected. SABC News Reporter, Simthandile Ntobela, has more ....  

Human Rights Watch is calling on Senegal to end its crackdown on LGBT people, warning that the country's laws raise questions about its compliance with the Olympic Charter ahead of hosting the Youth Olympic Games. In March, Senegal passed legislation doubling the maximum prison sentence for same-sex relations to ten years. In August, 71 men were referred for trial on charges of so-called "act...

This Monday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to FNB's Investment Analyst Motheo Tlhagale, for the latest market update.    

The ANC says it is not seeking any indulgence or special treatment from the court, but simply asks that its compliance be assessed in accordance with the law. The party seeks to appeal the Electoral Court's decision, which ruled in favour of the IEC to bar the 181 councillors. The ANC failed to submit 181 candidates for six municipalities before the IEC's 5pm deadline on 28 August. Adv Daniel Burg...

The SATNAC 2026 conference held under the theme "AI as the Last Mile: Building the Sustainable Digital Enterprise"aims to bridge the gap between advanced technology, infrastructure, and real-world African sustainability. Since 1997, SATNAC has provided a platform for industry experts to exchange knowledge, researchers to present and publish their work, and students and young professionals to engag...

The Southern Africa Telecommunications Networks and Applications Conference (SATNAC) 2026 is underway at Champagne Sports Resort in the Central Drakensberg near Winterton, KwaZulu-Natal. The conference, held under the theme "AI as the Last Mile: Building the Sustainable Digital Enterprise," the conference will bring together leaders from telecommunications, technology, academia, research, governme...

It is all systems go for COSATU's 15th National Congress, which is underway at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park. The congress reconvenes today and expected to run until the 15th of October, following a leadership dispute that disrupted proceedings last month. Delegates are expected to resolve the impasse and elect new leadership. The gathering will also consider key priorities for the labour federa...

The Department of Basic Education says it is ready for the 2026 matric examinations, with thousands of candidates expected to sit for their National Senior Certificate exams across the country. Briefing the media in Pretoria on Sunday, Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube says examination papers have been set, schools assessed for readiness and learners prepared through rigorous assessments...

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate says it recorded more than 2500 criminal cases against police in the financial year 2025/26. The Police watchdog, briefed Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee on its annual report. It says some of the offences conducted by police include assault, and the discharge of a fire arm. Abongwe Kobokana reports....

Newly formed small political parties and civic movements in the Eastern Cape are hoping to make in roads the Buffalo City Metro ahead of the Local Government Elections. The parties believe they will make a huge difference in the lives of the citizens in the ANC led Metro. They have prioritised accelerated services delivery and a corruption free Metro. Hlumisa Qabaka reports....

The Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration says government will approach the courts for a supervisory order to help implement a Constitutional Court ruling on asylum seekers. Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi says the move would allow courts to oversee the process, while giving Home Affairs time to strengthen its administrative and processing capacity. Government...

ANC Pesident Cyril Ramaphosa's two day campaign trail in the Free State finally came to an end. Ramaphosa raised concerns about the Mangaung metro's influx in sewer spills, rubbish and lack of housing. The ANC President says with in the coming days - he will follow up on his concerns This while, the Afrikan Alliance for Social Democrats launched its party manifesto in Mangaung. Our reporter, Abiga...

The Department of Home Affairs has withdrawn a directive they issued on 28 September that expanded the intake of asylum seeker applications following a Constitutional Court ruling. This directive was an operational decision taken by the Home Affairs Director-General's office without the knowledge or involvement of the Minister or any political office-bearers. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Legal Analyst...

This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor  Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.

This Friday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Old Mutual Investment Strategist Izak Odendaal for the latest market update..