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The Public Investment Corporation, is facing growing scrutiny after two non-executive directors resigned just days after CEO Patrick Dlamini was placed on precautionary suspension over whistleblower allegations. This come as the Financial Sector Conduct Authority has launched a formal investigation into governance, leadership stability and accountability at the PIC, which manages around R3.7 trillion in public sector assets.
Guest: Rob Rose, Editor at Currency News
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How does South Africa handle issues of corruption and accountability? how can we deal with high profile corruption and what lessons can we learn?
Guest: Dr Max Burger-Scheidlin - Executive Director of the International Chamber of Commerce Austria
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The Global Briefing:
Guest: Prof. Andre Duvenhage - Professor of Research at the North West University
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Why cash flow is such an important indicator of a business's overall health?
Guest: Neeanth Madanjit, Product Head: FNB Cash Investments
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Built in Mzansi: How Mduduzi Matsane learned pottery at his father’s side and built a ceramics factory in Hammanskraal. Today, he uses clay to create jobs and pass on skills. Through Canosa Ceramics, he has trained young people and built a locally made tableware business.
Built in Mzansi: How Mduduzi Matsane learned pottery at his father’s side and built a ceramics factory in Hammanskraal. Today, he uses clay to create…
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So far, forty-three initiates have lost their lives during the 2026 winter initiation season
Guest: Velenkosini Hlabisa- Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Guest: Kgosi Larmeck Mokoena - president of CONTRALESA
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
1. Mining production declines in May 2. Coca-Cola HBC moves closer to JSE listing 3. Market update
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The Western Cape High Court has set aside today and tomorrow to hear President Cyril Ramaphosa’s urgent bid to halt Parliament’s Section 89 impeachment proceedings.
The Western Cape High Court has set aside today and tomorrow to hear President Cyril Ramaphosa’s urgent bid to halt Parliament’s Section 89…
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ActionSA says the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie spent almost R31 million on its delegation and related activities at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising serious questions about accountability and value for taxpayers' money
ActionSA says the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie spent almost R31 million on its delegation and related activities at the 2026…
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Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: The Facade of Integration - Have we integrated South Africa's middle class, or simply relocated its distance?
Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: The Facade of Integration - Have we integrated South Africa's middle class, or simply relocated its distance? Guest: Zimasa…
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Last week Friday we received an anonymous call from Alexandra Township who accused one of the local councillors of colluding a City Power official in demanding a large amount to fix one of their main electricity boxes. He also talks about how they control the power supply.
Last week Friday we received an anonymous call from Alexandra Township who accused one of the local councillors of colluding a City Power official in demanding…
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The MK Party has appointed former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede as its KwaZulu-Natal deputy convener, despite her ongoing corruption trial linked to the R320 million Durban solid waste tender.
The MK Party has appointed former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede as its KwaZulu-Natal deputy convener, despite her ongoing corruption trial linked to the R320…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1.Senegal – United Nations Macky Sall returns to Dakar seeking support for UN bid Former Senegalese President Macky Sall will return to Senegal to meet…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
1. China’s economy cools as domestic demand remains fragile 2. US price pressures ease as energy costs fall 3. Market update
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The Global Briefing: China is pushing back against concerns over its growing influence in the Pacific
China is pushing back against concerns over its growing influence in the Pacific France has marked Bastille Day with more than a celebration of its national…
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Built in Mzansi: How Eskom Development Foundation has built a science exhibition that has been helping young learners and their teachers for the past 4 decades.
Built in Mzansi: How Eskom Development Foundation has built a science exhibition that has been helping young learners and their teachers for the past 4…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
De Beers halts production at a SA mine as diamond market crisis deepens 2. Competition commission gives Harith-FlySafair deal the green light Market update
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Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: What is the South African middle class actually doing with the power it has quietly accumulated — and why, across every racial line, does it still feel stuck?
Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: What is the South African middle class actually doing with the power it has quietly accumulated — and why, across every…
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Yesterday, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, a British-Zimbabwean fugitive wanted in the United Kingdom for the alleged murder of his wife and two daughters appeared at the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court after being arrested in Johannesburg by SAPS and Interpol.
Yesterday, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, a British-Zimbabwean fugitive wanted in the United Kingdom for the alleged murder of his wife and two daughters appeared…
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The Public Investment Corporation is once again under the spotlight after its board suspended CEO Patrick Dlamini. A special meeting was held, at which 11 board members voted in favour of the suspension in light of the whistleblower complaint laid against Dlamini regarding Lanseria International Airport.
The Public Investment Corporation is once again under the spotlight after its board suspended CEO Patrick Dlamini. A special meeting was held, at which 11…
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Investigating Directorate Against Corruption head Andrea Johnson was reportedly rushed to hospital just before she was due to testify at the Madlanga Commission. Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga criticised the medical certificate submitted on her behalf, calling it a "useless" certificate because it provided virtually no information about her condition.
Investigating Directorate Against Corruption head Andrea Johnson was reportedly rushed to hospital just before she was due to testify at the Madlanga…
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The Motor Industry Staff Association which represents 79- thousand members in the retail motor industry says that it condemns the revelation that municipalities across country owe R1,7 billion in unpaid pension contributions
The Motor Industry Staff Association which represents 79- thousand members in the retail motor industry says that it condemns the revelation that…
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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.    Sudan…
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The high-profile corruption case involving tenderpreneur Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has taken another dramatic turn after his plea deal with the National Prosecuting Authority collapsed.
The high-profile corruption case involving tenderpreneur Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has taken another dramatic turn after his plea deal with the National…
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The Global Briefing: The Trump administration is escalating its fight with the International Criminal Court — launching a campaign to isolate the global court
The Global Briefing: The Trump administration is escalating its fight with the International Criminal Court — launching a campaign to isolate the global…
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Municipal Watch: A storm is brewing at the Mogalakwena’s municipality in Limpopo after the municipal manager, Morris Maluleka was placed on compulsory leave in what the opposition says was done under strange circumstances
Municipal Watch: A storm is brewing at the Mogalakwena’s municipality in Limpopo after the municipal manager, Morris Maluleka was placed on compulsory…
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Built in Mzansi: How Royal Clean built a manufacturing company that makes dishwashing liquid and is using their platform to employ young people and help build the next generation of manufacturers.
Built in Mzansi: How Royal Clean built a manufacturing company that makes dishwashing liquid and is using their platform to employ young people and help build…
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Zimbabwe's constitutional landscape has been dramatically reshaped after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed Constitution Amendment No. 3 into law. The amendment extends presidential terms from five to seven years, postpones the next general election from 2028 to 2030, and replaces the direct election of the President with a parliamentary voting process
Zimbabwe's constitutional landscape has been dramatically reshaped after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed Constitution Amendment No. 3 into law. The…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Accelerate concludes sale of Fourways land and dealership 2. Takealot leads South Africa’s e-commerce market 3. Market update
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Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: What is the South African middle class actually doing with the power it has quietly accumulated — and why, across every racial line, does it still feel stuck?
Reality Check with Zimasa Vabaza: What is the South African middle class actually doing with the power it has quietly accumulated — and why, across every…
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The Sunday Times yesterday reported that ANC veteran Rev Frank Chikane is the frontrunner for the party's mayoral candidate for Johannesburg.
The Sunday Times yesterday reported that ANC veteran Rev Frank Chikane is the frontrunner for the party's mayoral candidate for Johannesburg. Earlier media…
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The government has appealed for calm following growing tensions around undocumented migration, warning South Africans not to take the law into their own hands
The government has appealed for calm following growing tensions around undocumented migration, warning South Africans not to take the law into their own hands…
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North West police say they have made a significant breakthrough in the murder investigation of community activist Thato Molosankwe, who was gunned down outside his home in Lomanyaneng in May
North West police say they have made a significant breakthrough in the murder investigation of community activist Thato Molosankwe, who was gunned down outside…
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The spotlight remains on the City of Ekurhuleni, where four senior municipal officials are facing charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice.
The spotlight remains on the City of Ekurhuleni, where four senior municipal officials are facing charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of…
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The Beefmaster Group says that it welcomes the publication of Section 9 FMD regulation. They go on to say that the framework signals a new dawn for the country's beef industry.
Guest: Roelie van Reenen: supply chain executive of Beefmaster Group
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1.France- South Afrika South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was welcomed by his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron at the presidential palace in Paris this…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
IEA sees global oil demand falling in 2026 2. SK Hynix shares slides after strong Nasdaq debut 3. Market update
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The Global Briefing: Climate change—and how its impacts are unfolding across the world in real time. From the destructive force of Typhoon Bavi battering East Asia, to record-breaking heat and devastating wildfires sweeping across Southern Europe, and Chile's deepening drought threatening water supplies and winter tourism, the warning signs are impossible to ignore
The Global Briefing: Climate change—and how its impacts are unfolding across the world in real time. From the destructive force of Typhoon Bavi battering…
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Built in Mzansi: How Khayelihle Nkabinde built a youth organization that is quietly changing trajectories across underserved communities through mentorship, entrepreneurship, and Women in STEM programming
Built in Mzansi: How Khayelihle Nkabinde built a youth organization that is quietly changing trajectories across underserved communities through mentorship…
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The Department of Home Affairs says that the number of migrants processed for deportation and repatriation at the Temporary Repatriation Centre in Musina has risen to between 47,000 and 50,000.
The Department of Home Affairs says that the number of migrants processed for deportation and repatriation at the Temporary Repatriation Centre in Musina has…
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Tax season is underway, with SARS processing millions of auto-assessments and paying out billions of rand in refunds. But while many South Africans are expecting money back, financial experts are warning against borrowing or spending based on refunds that haven't yet reached their bank accounts.
Tax season is underway, with SARS processing millions of auto-assessments and paying out billions of rand in refunds. But while many South Africans are…
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The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa, has published its final amendments to the Numbering Plan Regulations, introducing new rules for the deactivation and recycling of inactive mobile numbers.
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa, has published its final amendments to the Numbering Plan Regulations, introducing new rules for the…
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Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: Rebuilding South Africa Through Belonging - What kind of nation becomes possible when every person's way of being is recognised as part of our collective future?
Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: Rebuilding South Africa Through Belonging - What kind of nation becomes possible when every person's way of being is…
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Despite the deployment of the South African National Defence Force to help combat gang violence on the Cape Flats, deadly shootings continue to claim lives.
Despite the deployment of the South African National Defence Force to help combat gang violence on the Cape Flats, deadly shootings continue to claim lives…
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the deadline for the final report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the deadline for the final report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and…
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Zimbabwe is entering a new political chapter after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed sweeping constitutional amendments into law. The changes extend his time in office until 2030 and replace direct presidential elections with a system where Parliament appoints the president.
Zimbabwe is entering a new political chapter after President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed sweeping constitutional amendments into law. The changes extend his time…
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More than one million South Africans have now been removed from Eskom's load reduction programme, with five provinces officially declared load reduction-free.
More than one million South Africans have now been removed from Eskom's load reduction programme, with five provinces officially declared load reduction-free…
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South Africans are reporting potholes, water outages, failing clinics and electricity problems through every available channel—from ward meetings and municipal hotlines to WhatsApp groups and social media
South Africans are reporting potholes, water outages, failing clinics and electricity problems through every available channel—from ward meetings and…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Oil prices slip but remain on track for weekly advance Meta ramps up AI monetisation drive Market update
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The Global Briefing: The fallout from the NATO Summit
The high-stakes impeachment trial of Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte and its implications for the country's political future The latest exchange between…
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The Legal Practice Council has approached the High Court in Johannesburg seeking to have former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane struck from the roll of advocates.
The Legal Practice Council has approached the High Court in Johannesburg seeking to have former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane struck from the roll of…
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Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: Difference Compassion as DNA of true Diversity - What if compassion is not an emotion, but the architecture of a thriving society?
Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: Difference Compassion as DNA of true Diversity - What if compassion is not an emotion, but the architecture of a thriving…
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A long-awaited investigation into the deaths of six healthcare workers in KwaZulu-Natal has found no evidence directly linking the deaths to workplace bullying.
A long-awaited investigation into the deaths of six healthcare workers in KwaZulu-Natal has found no evidence directly linking the deaths to workplace…
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Municipal Watch: National Treasury has now said it's stoppping funding to 69 municipalities: How will this impact service delivery?
Guest: Ogalaletseng Gaarekwe - Deputy-Director General: Intergovernmental Relations for National Treasury RSA Guest: Dumisani Magagula – General…
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Built in Mzansi: How VFusion Cosmetics has built a skincare brand blending indigenous South African herbal wisdom with modern science.
Built in Mzansi: How VFusion Cosmetics has built a skincare brand blending indigenous South African herbal wisdom with modern science. She has included her…
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How AI can help businesses save time, improve productivity, analyse information and automate routine tasks.
How AI can help businesses save time, improve productivity, analyse information and automate routine tasks. Guest: Prof. Yudhvir Seetharam, Head of Analytics…
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The Briefing debate: Is Democracy Working for South Africa?
Guest: Thapelo Mohapi, the General-Secretary of Abahlali baseMjondolo Guest: Professor Joleen Steyn Kotze - Chief Research Specialist in Democracy and…
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The Public Protector has released a report into service delivery issues in parts of Cape Town, acknowledging the City's efforts to address concerns at the N2 Gateway housing development, the relocation of families in Khayelitsha, and safety measures at two public clinics
The Public Protector has released a report into service delivery issues in parts of Cape Town, acknowledging the City's efforts to address concerns at the N2…
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Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: The Cost of Excluding Human Potential - What has South Africa lost because we have mistaken difference for deficiency?
Reality Check with Abongile Xhantini: The Cost of Excluding Human Potential - What has South Africa lost because we have mistaken difference for deficiency?…