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Built in Mzansi: How Tracy Chambers took a leap of faith to tackle a problem facing South Africa’s retail sector: what happens to clothing that is returned, defective, or no longer sellable through conventional retail channels? She has built Taking Care of Business, which has helped around 8,000 people generate income by reselling approximately 2 million returned or defective items from major retailers, representing about R150 million in clothing each year.
Built in Mzansi: How Tracy Chambers took a leap of faith to tackle a problem facing South Africa’s retail sector: what happens to clothing that is…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
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Municipal Watch: Maluti-a-Phofung has been in the news for the wrong reasons for many years, and sadly, the situation is not improving. They had five mayors in four years, with the current one taking office in April this year. They are one of the municipalities affected by the National Treasury's decision to withhold its equitable share allocation.
Municipal Watch: Maluti-a-Phofung has been in the news for the wrong reasons for many years, and sadly, the situation is not improving. They had five mayors in…
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Reality Check with Thandi Orleyn: Who Enters the Leadership Pool - and Who Is Chosen? Question to probe: If capable women and men are in the pool, why are men still more likely to be appointed or elected?
Reality Check with Thandi Orleyn: Who Enters the Leadership Pool - and Who Is Chosen? Question to probe: If capable women and men are in the pool, why are men…
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The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, has urged residents and communities in affected parts of the country to exercise extreme caution and prioritise their safety following the disruptive snowfall and cold front.
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, has urged residents and communities in affected parts of the…
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Gauteng is estimated to experience the largest inflow of migrants of approx. 1 420 447 in-migrants for the period, 2021 to 2026.
Gauteng is estimated to experience the largest inflow of migrants of approx. 1 420 447 in-migrants for the period, 2021 to 2026. Guest: Risenga Maluleke -…
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City Power has reported that illegal mining is posing a huge threat to their technicians, who are sometimes shot when cables are stolen or electricity substations are vandalised. This was revealed in their third-quarter report in council this month.
City Power has reported that illegal mining is posing a huge threat to their technicians, who are sometimes shot when cables are stolen or electricity…
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The Eastern Cape is bracing for severe winter weather, with the South African Weather Service issuing a Yellow Level 2 warning for disruptive snow, heavy rain and damaging winds.
The Eastern Cape is bracing for severe winter weather, with the South African Weather Service issuing a Yellow Level 2 warning for disruptive snow, heavy rain…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1.Tanzania – Dar es Salaam Tanzania opposition leader Tundu Lissu's treason trial resumes The treason trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 1. Oil jumps as Trump demands cloud hopes of Iran deal 2. TSMC sales surge 45% as AI chip demand powers…
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The Global Briefing: A decade after the Brexit referendum, Britain’s chief EU negotiator Hamish Falconer says London wants a deeper and more ambitious relationship with Europe, particularly on trade, services, security and technology
The Global Briefing: A decade after the Brexit referendum, Britain’s chief EU negotiator Hamish Falconer says London wants a deeper and more ambitious…
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Built in Mzansi: How Expo received 1200 applications for 250 coveted exhibition slots. Working alongside government and the private sector, the Expo showcases five core lifestyle sectors: Health, Beauty and Personal Care, Food and Beverage, Household and Pet Care, and Sustainable/Regenerative Agriculture
Built in Mzansi: How Expo received 1200 applications for 250 coveted exhibition slots. Working alongside government and the private sector, the Expo showcases…
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Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang: Migration
Building a functional SADC as the ideal and only solution to address Migration Case Study: European Union Guest: Mavuso Msimang - Retired Civil Servant and…
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South Africa's High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, has been recalled to Pretoria after photographs emerged showing him at a religious event alongside former President Jacob Zuma and alleged state capture mastermind Ajay Gupta.
South Africa's High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, has been recalled to Pretoria after photographs emerged showing him at a religious event alongside…
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The Madlanga Commission's second interim report has intensified scrutiny on the South African Police Service, recommending disciplinary action and possible criminal investigations against suspended Deputy National Commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya, Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi and others.
The Madlanga Commission's second interim report has intensified scrutiny on the South African Police Service, recommending disciplinary action and possible…
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With a few hours before the 2026 Local Government Elections are officially proclaimed, eligible South Africans are running out of time to register to vote or update their voting details.
With a few hours before the 2026 Local Government Elections are officially proclaimed, eligible South Africans are running out of time to register to vote or…
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A delegation of Afghan women activists including lawyers, educators and human-rights advocates is visiting South Africa this week to learn from the country's struggle against apartheid, and to explore how those lessons can strengthen the global campaign led by Afghan women to end gender apartheid in Afghanistan
A delegation of Afghan women activists including lawyers, educators and human-rights advocates is visiting South Africa this week to learn from the country's…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 1.    Ghana…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
1. Oil climbs as Iran deal hangs in the balance 2. FIFA World Cup delivers winning quarter for Airbnb 3. Market update
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The Global Briefing: The world's biggest shipping organisations are warning that proposed transit charges through the Strait of Hormuz could rewrite international maritime law, drive up energy costs and disrupt global trade.
The Global Briefing: The world's biggest shipping organisations are warning that proposed transit charges through the Strait of Hormuz could rewrite…
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The debate over the future of South Africa's freight rail network has intensified after the Democratic Alliance called for Transnet to stop operating the country's freight rail system and for private companies to take over key rail corridors through long-term concessions. The United National Transport Union, UNTU, has strongly rejected the proposal, describing it as a threat to South Africa's economic sovereignty and arguing that strategic rail infrastructure should remain under public control
The debate over the future of South Africa's freight rail network has intensified after the Democratic Alliance called for Transnet to stop operating the…
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Yesterday on the programme, we heard from the spokesperson for the protesting Pikitup casual workers, who says they embarked on the protest because they had gone through Pikitup's employment processes and were allegedly promised they would be permanently absorbed by 31 July 2026, a commitment they say has not been honoured
Yesterday on the programme, we heard from the spokesperson for the protesting Pikitup casual workers, who says they embarked on the protest because they had…
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Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi and four others are expected to appear in the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court on Thursday after their arrest on Wednesday in connection with the 2022 murder of Emmanuel Mbense. He has been arrested for a fourth time this year
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi and four others are expected to appear in the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court on…
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The Global Briefing: A bipartisan group of US senators is ramping up pressure on Venezuela's interim government, introducing a resolution calling for free and fair elections and the release of political prisoners.
The Global Briefing: A bipartisan group of US senators is ramping up pressure on Venezuela's interim government, introducing a resolution calling for free and…
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Reality check with Mavuso Msimang: Migration
Legal and illegal migration Department of Home Affairs deficiencies: Poor enforcement, corruption, etc. Steps taken to control the illegal flows The impact of…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1. South Afrika – Tshwane DIRCO post-media briefing in focus and nutshell following Minister Lamola and his Director-Generals addressing the media…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Eli Lilly strengthens its grip on the obesity market 1. Diversified miner, Glencore plans to list on Australian exchange 3. Market update
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Built in Mzansi: How Meat Naturally Africa has built a social enterprise working with communities to drive communal rangeland restoration.
Built in Mzansi: How Meat Naturally Africa has built a social enterprise working with communities to drive communal rangeland restoration. MNA currently…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Middle East war and floods weigh on the citrus industry Private sector holds up in July despite weak demand Market update
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the country's first statutory National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, bringing together government and civil society to strengthen coordination, improve accountability and drive the implementation of the National Strategic Plan on GBVF.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the country's first statutory National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, bringing together government and…
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Municipal Watch: Focusing on Boipatong in the Vaal Triangle, where sewage spills are a major problem for the community, even affecting schools. Boipatong is under the eMfuleni Local Municipality.
Municipal Watch: Focusing on Boipatong in the Vaal Triangle, where sewage spills are a major problem for the community, even affecting schools. Boipatong is…
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Celebrating Women in Business - Turning passion into purpose with Simphiwe Motha's entrepreneurial journey, the lessons she has learned, the challenges she has overcome and what it takes to build a successful business with purpose and perseverance
Celebrating Women in Business - Turning passion into purpose with Simphiwe Motha's entrepreneurial journey, the lessons she has learned, the challenges she has…
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Briefing Focus: As governments around the world grapple with the energy demands of AI, is South Africa prepared for the next phase of the digital economy? Do we have the governance muscle to safeguard digital sovereignty? What will this new economy mean for service delivery, employment and national security? Is it an economic opportunity or an infrastructure risk?
Briefing Focus: As governments around the world grapple with the energy demands of AI, is South Africa prepared for the next phase of the digital economy? Do…
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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is promising a fresh start after years of governance failures, audit findings and operational challenges.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is promising a fresh start after years of governance failures, audit findings and operational challenges. NSFAS…
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Waste collection services have been disrupted across several parts of Johannesburg as casual workers contracted to Pikitup continue their protest, demanding to be permanently absorbed by the entity.
Waste collection services have been disrupted across several parts of Johannesburg as casual workers contracted to Pikitup continue their protest, demanding to…
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Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang
Nature of Post-Apartheid migration from Southern Africa and beyond. 2. Political refugees & economic migrants. 3. The RSA Constitution, the 1951 Geneva…
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The Road Accident Fund is under renewed scrutiny as it embarks on one of its biggest reforms in decades, returning to the use of private attorneys through a hybrid litigation model aimed at reducing legal costs, improving court compliance and speeding up the processing of claims.
The Road Accident Fund is under renewed scrutiny as it embarks on one of its biggest reforms in decades, returning to the use of private attorneys through a…
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Prominent attorney Zola Majavu has refused to testify in the corruption trial of former Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. Majavu, who had previously consulted state-key witness Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu after being recommended by Mapisa-Nqakula, says he would be limited in testifying due to attorney-client privileges.
Prominent attorney Zola Majavu has refused to testify in the corruption trial of former Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1.Zimbabwe- Britain Thousands attend funeral for Zimbabwe family murdered in Britain About 2,000 people gathered in Bulawayo yesterday for the funeral of a…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
1. AI investment overshadows SpaceX’s first earnings as a public company 2. Streaming growth adds momentum to Paramount’s WBD ambitions 3. Market…
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The Global Briefing: Another major rescue operation has unfolded in the English Channel after dozens of migrants attempting the dangerous crossing from France to England were rescued at sea.
The Global Briefing: Another major rescue operation has unfolded in the English Channel after dozens of migrants attempting the dangerous crossing from France…
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Built in Mzansi: How Professor Jerome Loveland has celebrated a major milestone as they performed its 1,000th liver transplant, becoming one of Africa's leading centres for life-saving organ transplantation.
Built in Mzansi: How Professor Jerome Loveland has celebrated a major milestone as they performed its 1,000th liver transplant, becoming one of Africa's…
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The Independent Electoral Commission says that over 29 million voters are now registered on the voters’ roll. The Commission was updating the media on the outcomes of the last and final voter registration drive that took place over the weekend
The Independent Electoral Commission says that over 29 million voters are now registered on the voters’ roll. The Commission was updating the media on…
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Thousands of parents and caregivers across South Africa say they are still waiting for child maintenance payments that were due in July, despite the money reportedly already having been deducted from maintenance payers' salaries.
Thousands of parents and caregivers across South Africa say they are still waiting for child maintenance payments that were due in July, despite the money…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa Egypt - Cairo Magnitude 5.5 quake…
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Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang: Pre-1994 Migrant labour: the supplying countries, the internal migration from SA’s rural areas and the disruptive social impact.
Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang: Pre-1994 Migrant labour: the supplying countries, the internal migration from SA’s rural areas and the disruptive…
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The battle over South Africa's Expropriation Act is back in court. The Western Cape High Court has begun hearing arguments challenging the constitutionality of the legislation, with AfriForum, the Democratic Alliance, the Institute of Race Relations and the Vaderland Foundation all opposing the Act.
The battle over South Africa's Expropriation Act is back in court. The Western Cape High Court has begun hearing arguments challenging the constitutionality of…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Kevin Warsh eyes fewer Fed rate meetings 2. Snap beats expectations despite user losses 3. Market update
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The Western Cape is grappling with a surge in violent crime, with more than 170 murders recorded across the province in just two weeks. Against this backdrop, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has formally declared an intergovernmental dispute with Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia over the devolution of policing powers, arguing that metro police need greater investigative authority to help tackle violent crime.
The Western Cape is grappling with a surge in violent crime, with more than 170 murders recorded across the province in just two weeks. Against this backdrop…
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The Global Briefing
Iran says it is not currently holding direct talks with the United States, insisting that Oman remains the only active channel for communication. Brazilian…
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Municipal Watch: The African National Congress State has suspended the Lejweleputswa District Municipality Executive Mayor, Phindiwe Maseko, from the party. She has reportedly not even finished five weeks on the job.
Municipal Watch: The African National Congress State has suspended the Lejweleputswa District Municipality Executive Mayor, Phindiwe Maseko, from the party…
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Built in Mzansi: How Busisiwe Mbanda started a business after the 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods, transforming waste into a sustainable fuel while creating economic opportunities.
Built in Mzansi: How Busisiwe Mbanda started a business after the 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods, transforming waste into a sustainable fuel while creating economic…
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SAfm 90th birthday celebration: The Early Years, Memorable Interviews & Broadcasts
SAfm 90th birthday celebration: The Early Years, Memorable Interviews & Broadcasts, Guest: Tim Modise - co-host
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Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang
Reality Check with Mavuso Msimang: The history of migrations into RSA as presently constituted since 1652, the onset of the colonial era, and indicate that…
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The future of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption remains under the spotlight following the resignation of its head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, the suspension of three senior investigators, and damaging testimony before the Madlanga Commission by senior prosecutor Advocate Shamila Ramsamy.
The future of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption remains under the spotlight following the resignation of its head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, the…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Sarb treads carefully on AI and crypto 2. Accelerate property fund’s turnaround gains momentum 3. Market update
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The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption remains under intense scrutiny following the resignation of its head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, the suspension of three senior investigators, and explosive testimony before the Madlanga Commission by senior prosecutor Advocate Shamila Ramsamy
The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption remains under intense scrutiny following the resignation of its head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, the suspension…
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This August marks 70 years since the historic 1956 Women's March to the Union Buildings, when more than 20,000 women stood united against injustice.
This August marks 70 years since the historic 1956 Women's March to the Union Buildings, when more than 20,000 women stood united against injustice. This…
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According to recent reports, more than 170 people have been murdered in just two weeks, with communities in areas such as Nyanga, Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain continuing to bear the brunt of gang violence, extortion and organised crime.
According to recent reports, more than 170 people have been murdered in just two weeks, with communities in areas such as Nyanga, Khayelitsha and Mitchells…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1. Ethiopia- Tigray Authorities in Ethiopia’s Tigray region accused the federal government of launching a military offensive on Saturday, reigniting…