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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..     

Tomorrow is MTN8 final day, with the gates at Moses Mabhida Stadium opening at 2 pm. The sold-out final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns kicks off at 6 pm. Authorities warn of heavy traffic and security checks, urging fans to leave early and use authorised parking. SAfm's sports Anchor Jon Gericke Has more 

Former UN human rights chief Navanethem "Navi" Pillay, a judge on the International Court of Justice, has won the Nobel Peace Prize today in Oslo, Norway. The South Africa-born Pillay, 85 years old, was recognised for her efforts to promote peace and international law. The chairperson of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Jørgen Watne Frydnes, says this year's laureate has been instrumental in...

Home Affairs Minister- Dr Leon Schreiber says South Africa's asylum system remains highly restrictive, with the department rejecting approximately 95% of asylum applications after assessing them on their merits. Schreiber says access to the refugee application process does not guarantee asylum status, despite public concerns following a Constitutional Court ruling. He spoke to SABC News this morni...

Johannesburg police have fired rubber bullets at protesters outside the Constitutional Court in Braamfontein as tensions escalated during a demonstration over the asylum application system. Protesters have handed over a memorandum to the court. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Chriselda Lewis.

Scores of women working on farms who marched to Parliament today, have demanded that Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, release state land in commercial farming areas for housing and food production. The women have also called for improved conditions on farms as well as the right to land. This week, women working on farms across the country gathered in Cape Town to discuss...

The race to choose the next United Nations Secretary-General remains unresolved after five rounds of informal voting, with frontrunner Rebeca Grynspan yet to secure decisive backing. International Crisis Group analyst Daniel Forti says the next round could expose opposition from veto-holding powers and continued divisions could open the door to a late entrant. With the new leader due to take offic...

The National Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andy Mothibi, says criminal investigations are underway against the former the former head of the Investgating Directoracte Against Corruption, Advocate Andrea Johnson. Mothibi was briefing Parliament's Portfolio Commitee on Justice and Constitutional Development on the NPA's plan to restore public trust and confidence in IDAC. This follows te...

The Democratic Alliance took its fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) to the streets of Pretoria yesterday. The march called for safer communities, stronger policing and justice for victims of GBV. DA mayoral candidates Cilliers Brink, Helen Zille and Khathutshelo Rasilingwane led the march. They were joined by DA Federal Chairperson Solly Msimanga and DA Deputy Federal Chairpersons Siviwe Gw...

SAPS Crime Intelligence and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigations have uncovered a multi-million-rand drug manufacturing laboratory at a farm in Krugersdorp, Gauteng. Police found quantities of Mandrax and ecstasy tablets at the suspected laboratory. Police say five South African nationals found on the premises have been arrested. National police spokesperson  is Brigadier Athlend...

The Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration says government is strengthening its response following a court judgment on the asylum system. Chairperson Mmamoloko Kubayi says authorities are improving refugee processing, biometric screening and the speed of asylum applications. Kubayi says Government is also considering legal options to manage the judgment's implementation.

The MTN8 Final is on Saturday in Durban with Pirates up against Sundowns. SAfm's sports Anchor Jon Gericke Has more