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A PhD student from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, Jinal Bhiman, has published a study that has important implications for the development of an AIDS vaccine. Bhiman's study describes how the changing viral swarm in an HIV infected person can promote the generation of antibodies able to neutralize a wide range of HIV strains. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Professor Penny Moor from...

Wage talks in the coal sector continue as employer tables a new offer. Workers affliated to the National Union of Mineworkers downed tools two weeks ago demanding better salaries. The union met till late yesterday discussing whether to accept or reject the revised offer. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to NUM's Highveld Deputy Chairperson, Nelson Ratshoshi...

1. Let's talk about AB Inbev's renewed offer for SABMiller 2. Chinese trade balance numbers that came out this morning 3. Let's talk about concerns surrounding the number of listings coming to the JSE in October

Parents, who lie about their residence in order to get their children into a particular school, could face a jail term. This is according to proposed bill by the basic education department. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the Chief Director of Communications at the Department of Basic Education, Elijah Mhlanga

The South African Municipal Workers Union says it will not go ahead with the planned strike action this morning. This follows the union's decision last week to serve City Power with a notice to strike‚ raising fears that the residents of Johannesburg will then experience a complete blackout. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Samwu's Deputy General Secretary Paul Tlhabang....

Johannesburg metro police has warned motorists to avoid Witkopen road this morning as Kya Sands informal settlement residents embark on a protest . Sakina Kamwendo spoke to our reporter Jacques Steenkamp.

1. Chinese shares rallied amid speculation the government will increase stimulus, helping a gauge of Asian equities extend its biggest weekly gain in almost four years 2. Bad news on the global economy has been good for precious metals 3. ABInBev Said to Discuss Raising SABMiller Bid to About 43 Pounds

A heavy police presence is to monitor Etwatwa and Daveyton in the aim of ensuring smooth operations as learners return to school for the fourth term. The area has been marred with gang related violence recently allegedly terrorizing community members. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Human Settlement Ekhuruleni Member of the Mayoral Committee; Councillor Aubrey Nxumalo...

The ANC says the "ICC has lost its direction and is no longer pursuing that principle of an instrument that is fair for everybody" and has thus urged the South African government to begin the process of withdrawing from the international body. This is according to the party's international relations subcommittee Chairperson Obed Bapela who addressed reporters at the NGC meeting in Midrand (on Sund...

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AbaThembu royal family and traditional leaders in the Eastern Cape have endorsed Prince Azenathi Zanelizwe as the regent king of the Abathembu nation. This comes after the Supreme Court of Appeal turned down King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo's appeal against a 15-year sentence which was reduced to 12 years for crimes committed between 1995 and 1996. The crimes include arson, culpable homicide, kidnappin...

The ANC has vowed to embark on a renewal drive to rid itself of factionalism and corruption. In his address at the end of the three day National General Council which ended in Midrand, President Jacob Zuma said members who are leading factions and buying of members for votes during elective conferences will face disciplinary actions. Zuma also says they want to conduct lifestyle audits of all civi...

Scores of emerging farmers in Bedford, in the Eastern Cape, face a bleak future as a result of grazing land and water shortages in the area. The Bedford Stock owner's Association say the number of livestock has exceeded the size of the commonage allocated to them by the municipality twenty years ago. The Association has more than 60 emerging farmers. Some of the livestock farmers have cattle, shee...

There has been confusion surrounding whether the media will be allowed acces to witness President Jacob Zuma release the political report, at the ANC NGC later this morning at Gallager Estate in Midrand. Speaking to Sakina Kamwendo this morning Political analyst Professor Somadoda Fikeni says the ANC will avoid any embarrassment that might arise.

SARS has uncovered a syndicate which was attempting to defraud the tax system R266 million. Suspecting fraudulent activities, SARS official requested this syndicate to furnish supporting documents. The documents submitted proved that the claim was indeed fraudulent. Sakina Kamwendo speaks to SARS' Spokesperson Luther Lebelo.

Market Analyst Cive Ranathibela looks at Asian markets rose, extending the recent global equity rally, Apple Inc. is rolling out its mobile-payments service for select Starbucks Corp. stores by the end of the year and South Africa August factory output down 0.2 % year on year

Nadir Thokan, Analyst at 27Four Investment Managers looks at the US Federal reserve's decision not to hike interests rate and equity market under pressure

The Coal-Face with, publishing editor of Engineering News and Mining Weekly Martin Creamer looks at why Analysts are warning that Kumba Iron Ore would be the first big iron-ore miner to crash out of the global iron-ore market, concern growing that the low coal price will scuttle the rigid take-or-pay arrangements that Transnet has with coal exporters and the City of Johannesburg plans to use its o...

A judgment by the Supreme Court of Appeal ordering that disciplinary steps be taken against SABC COO Hlaudi Motsoeneng could have a bearing on the upcoming Constitutional Court hearing into the powers of the Public Protector. Earlier this week, the Constitutional Court allowed Public Protector, Thuli Madonsela, to participate in the case lodged by the Economic Freedom Fighters. The EFF wants Presi...

The President of the African National Congress Jacob Zuma says the ruling party will use the National General Council to scrutinise concerns raised by the party's slow pace of service delivery and other pressing socio-economic challenges. Presidential Correspondent Tshepo Ikaneng has filed this report...

The family of honeymoon murder victim Anni Dewani will attend a North London Coroner's Court today to hear whether her husband, Shrien Dewani, is prepared to answer questions about her death. The appointment comes exactly a month after the family first attended the court, in the hope that the coroner would open an inquest into Anni's death. She was living in London before her marriage. Anni was ki...

The ANC says it's all systems go for its national general council, which officially kicks off on Friday. The NGC will be attended by over four thousand delegates. These include branch delegates, representatives of leagues, alliance partners and international guests. The party has warned that no new policies will be discussed. Senior political journalist Amos Phago reports

Thabo is a community Health Care worker in Klerdorp, North West. He is concerned about the rights of patients who refuse treatment for TB, exposing those who they live with and the community to the virus.

Market Analyst and Home made Economist Clive Ramathibela looks at Asian stocks which rose for a seventh day, following U.S. shares higher, with Chinese markets set to open after a week-long holiday that saw a global equity rally, China Returns strong following a week long Holiday and Thursday's Investment Theme is Twitter – Difference between Value and Growth stocks!!

South Africa is at risk of completely losing access to the Africa Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA), if it goes ahead with the proposed bill to overhaul the private security industry. This is according to U.S. embassy in South Africa. The bill has been passed by Parliament and awaits the President's signature. Dimakatso Leshoro reports…