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The Department of Home Affairs yesterday confirmed that it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation after they were found to be residing in the country illegally.
The Department of Home Affairs yesterday confirmed that it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation after they were found to be residing in the…
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Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Jomo Sibiya says employers who hire undocumented workers could soon face fines of up to R100,000 per worker, while thousands of additional labour inspectors are expected to be deployed to enforce compliance.
Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Jomo Sibiya says employers who hire undocumented workers could soon face fines of up to R100,000 per worker, while…
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Dr Alulutho Mazwi, an intern in the paediatrics department at Umlazi’s Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital was found. He suffered from diabetes and died a week after allegedly being made to work despite reporting that he was unwell
Last year, Dr Alulutho Mazwi, an intern in the paediatrics department at Umlazi’s Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital was found. He suffered from diabetes…
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The tragic death of 29-year-old Johannesburg Cartrack call centre worker Gcina Dhladhla has reignited concerns about workplace pressures, employee wellbeing and employer responsibility. How important is employee wellbeing at workplaces?
The tragic death of 29-year-old Johannesburg Cartrack call centre worker Gcina Dhladhla has reignited concerns about workplace pressures, employee wellbeing…
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The Global Briefing: China has joined a high-level economic discussion hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of next week's G7 Summit
The Global Briefing: China has joined a high-level economic discussion hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of next week's G7 Summit. In Thailand…
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Built in Mzansi: How IRIS, an AI teacher helps the education sector. IRIS is designed to empower educators and personalise learning. She can communicate in all 11 official languages, respond to voice commands, and assists students from Grade R to tertiary levels
Built in Mzansi: How IRIS, an AI teacher helps the education sector. IRIS is designed to empower educators and personalise learning. She can communicate in all…
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South Africa's iron ore export capacity is set for a major boost following the completion of a R4 billion infrastructure expansion project at the Saldanha Iron Ore Terminal, Africa's largest iron ore export facility.
South Africa's iron ore export capacity is set for a major boost following the completion of a R4 billion infrastructure expansion project at the Saldanha Iron…
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Built in Mzansi: How V3 Consulting Engineers won the Retrofit Project of the Year at the Big 5 South Africa Impact Awards, a major recognition in the construction industry
Guest: Andries Schoeman - Chief Executive Officer at V3 Consulting Engineers
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What is Northern Cape's Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs response to the water crisis in the Kai Garib Local Municipality?
What is Northern Cape's Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs response to the water crisis in the Kai Garib Local Municipality?…
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Municipal Watch: Parliament’s Portfolio Committees on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has raised their deep concerns following revelations of how much municipalities owe Eskom
Municipal Watch: Parliament’s Portfolio Committees on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has raised their deep concerns following revelations…
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Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: Contemporary Ethical issues in South Africa and what must be done to address them?
Guest: Prof. Puleng LenkaBula - the Principal and Vice Chancellor of the University of South Africa
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Bafana Bafana to take on Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today
Bafana Bafana to take on Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today Guest: Sifiso Ramara - SABC senior sports journalist in Mexico Guest…
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The Electoral Commission is seeking answers after RISE Mzansi declared a R30 million loan write-off as a donation in its latest political funding disclosure.
The Electoral Commission is seeking answers after RISE Mzansi declared a R30 million loan write-off as a donation in its latest political funding disclosure…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Ethiopia – Addis Ababa NEBE Releases Preliminary Results From 24 Constituencies As Prosperity Party Dominates The National Election Board of Ethiopia…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
US inflation accelerates to a three year high 2. EU regulators scrutinise Warner Bros-Paramount merger 3. Market update
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The Global Briefing: As the European Union considers welcoming new members, five of its most influential countries are proposing a controversial safeguard
The Global Briefing: As the European Union considers welcoming new members, five of its most influential countries are proposing a controversial safeguard The…
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Built in Mzansi: How Lekgabe “Kgabsy” Dihlabi has built a grassroots, non-profit organisation (NPC) dedicated to rural economic development, education, and community self-reliance (autonomization), primarily operating in Qwaqwa. She is currently holding a campaign called #NoChildLeftBehind, where she assists matriculants with tertiary and NSFAS applications
Built in Mzansi: How Lekgabe “Kgabsy” Dihlabi has built a grassroots, non-profit organisation (NPC) dedicated to rural economic development…
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The SABC has confirmed it will be the official home of the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing 34 live matches across S3 and SABC 1, supported by full radio coverage nationwide and streaming on SABC Plus. With the powerful campaign message “ALL OF US. ALL IN. Kaofela,” the broadcaster says this World Cup is about more than football
The SABC has confirmed it will be the official home of the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing 34 live matches across S3 and SABC 1, supported by full radio coverage…
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Briefing Debate: After the media briefing by President Ramaphosa, does the government really have a workable plan to deal with undocumented immigration
Guest: Zanele Sabela, COSATU Spokesperson Guest: Mthetho Ngcukayithobi - Leader of Progressive Forces of SA Guest: Njabulo Nzuza - Deputy Minister of the…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
South Africa’s economy expands by 0.5% in Q1, topping expectations 2. Mondi steps up efforts to shield office paper market from import pressure 3. Market…
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SA Police Service in Gauteng has launched a manhunt for suspects following a mass shooting that claimed the lives of 12 people and left several others injured at Jumpers Informal Settlement in Cleveland on Tuesday evening, 09 June 2026.
Guest: Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi - Gauteng Police Spokesperson SA Police Service in Gauteng has launched a manhunt for suspects following a mass shooting…
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KZN Premier Thani Ntuli to host a Round-Table Discussion to engage on plans to remedy the influx of undocumented foreign nationals in KZN and the country.
KZN Premier Thani Ntuli to host a Round-Table Discussion to engage on plans to remedy the influx of undocumented foreign nationals in KZN and the country. Last…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1. Ghana- United Nations Secretary General Ghana’s Edem Wosornu appointed to top UN refugee protection role UN Secretary-General António…
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Questions are being raised about possible payroll irregularities in the education sector after a nationwide verification exercise uncovered more than 22,000 employee records that do not match government payroll data.
Questions are being raised about possible payroll irregularities in the education sector after a nationwide verification exercise uncovered more than 22,000…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
1. China’s factory gate inflation jumps to four year high 2. JPMorgan flags inflation risks ahead of US CPI release 3. Market update
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The Global Briefing: The International Criminal Court is facing serious internal turbulence after its chief prosecutor was suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct
The Global Briefing: The International Criminal Court is facing serious internal turbulence after its chief prosecutor was suspended amid allegations of sexual…
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Concerns are growing after reports that elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels by people claiming to be linked to SASSA.
Concerns are growing after reports that elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free…
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Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: Optimizing Youthful Dividend for strengthened Democracy.
Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: Optimizing Youthful Dividend for strengthened Democracy. Guest: Prof. Puleng LenkaBula - the Principal and Vice…
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Concerns are mounting about growing youth disengagement from the democratic process ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. SALGA says more than 60% of unregistered young people aged between 18 and 34 have no intention of registering to vote, raising fears about declining participation in decisions that directly affect service delivery, jobs and local development.
Concerns are mounting about growing youth disengagement from the democratic process ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. SALGA says more than 60% of…
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Built in Mzansi: How an automotive workshop in Soshanguve has trained more than 300 young people and produced nearly 200 qualified artisans. This is creating a pathway from skills development to employment and entrepreneurship
Built in Mzansi: How an automotive workshop in Soshanguve has trained more than 300 young people and produced nearly 200 qualified artisans. This is creating a…
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The SA Post Office has now appointed a new board. Post Office has spent years battling financial turmoil, branch closures, job losses and the threat of liquidation. Can SA Post Office be saved?
The SA Post Office has now appointed a new board. Post Office has spent years battling financial turmoil, branch closures, job losses and the threat of…
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Municipal Watch: Residents of Kai Garib Local Municipality say that brown water is coming out from their taps. They say this is due to the municipality pumping water directly from the river to the public
Keletso Kgarane - Acting Provincial Head: Northern Cape Department of Water and Sanitation Rozanne van Rensburg - Deputy Chair of the Kakamas Interest Group…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Apple finally lays out its AI plans OpenAI unveils its US IPO plan Market update
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Apple finally lays out its AI plans OpenAI unveils its US IPO plan Market update
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International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola took to social media over the weekend to clarify some of the allegations made by Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Ablakwa, who provided contradicting numbers of his country's nationals who were repatriated and also disputed claims that two Nigerians and five Mozambicans were killed during the latest incidents.
International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola took to social media over the weekend to clarify some of the allegations made by Ghana's Foreign Affairs…
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Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: The Value of Higher Education in a Changing World, the Place of Unisa
Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: The Value of Higher Education in a Changing World, the Place of Unisa. Guest: Prof. Puleng LenkaBula - Principal and…
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The battle over the future of Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge has taken another turn. Mbenenge has approached the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria to stop the Judicial Service Commission from referring its gross misconduct finding against him to Parliament, pending a review of that decision
The battle over the future of Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge has taken another turn. Mbenenge has approached the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria to…
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After more than a year of export disruptions caused by Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), Karan Beef are proud to announce that their first export container has been loaded and is on its way to Jordan
After more than a year of export disruptions caused by Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), Karan Beef are proud to announce that their first export container has…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1. South Afrika - Malawi Malawi Responds to South Africa Xenophobia Crisis, 150 Citizens Successfully Repatriated Malawi has begun bringing home its citizens…
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Elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels by people claiming to be linked to SASSA. Some pensioners say deductions of up to R240 have been taken from their grants without their knowledge
Guest: Israel Nkuna - #PayTheGrants activist
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Apple finally lays out its AI plans OpenAI unveils its US IPO plan Market update
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The Global Briefing: United States pushes for tougher scrutiny of Iran's nuclear activities
Peru awaits the outcome of a closely fought presidential election that could shape the country's political future. United Kingdom has joined nations that are…
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The World Meteorological Organisation is warning that there is an 80 per cent chance that El Niño conditions will emerge between June and August and a 90 per cent probability of this happening thereafter
The World Meteorological Organisation is warning that there is an 80 per cent chance that El Niño conditions will emerge between June and August and a…
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Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals.
Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter South Africa scores first Fitch ratings upgrade in two decades 2. TFG plans to close more stores 3…
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Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals. What is the role of diplomatic channels in responding to migration in SA?
Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign…
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The Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: Reclaiming Africa’s Futures
The Reality Check with Prof. Puleng LenkaBula: Reclaiming Africa’s Futures. Guest: Prof. Puleng LenkaBula - the Principal and Vice Chancellor of the…
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Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals. This raises critical questions about enforcement, labour market regulation, human rights, economic pressures and South Africa's obligations under the rule of law
Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign…
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The South African Police acted swiftly in dealing with one of their own, who was seen in a social media video returning a 2,000-rand bribe to an angry motorist who was heard demanding it back on behalf of his employee.
The South African Police acted swiftly in dealing with one of their own, who was seen in a social media video returning a 2,000-rand bribe to an angry motorist…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
1.Tunisia- Tunis Tunisians protest against undocumented sub-Saharan African migrants Protesters gathered this past weekend at midday outside the headquarters…
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Concerns are growing after reports that elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels by people claiming to be linked to SASSA.
Concerns are growing after reports that elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free…
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The Global Briefing: Chinese President Xi Jinping is in North Korea for a rare summit with Kim Jong Un
The Global Briefing: Chinese President Xi Jinping is in North Korea for a rare summit with Kim Jong Un In Russia, Vladimir Putin is hosting a major economic…
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Built in Mzansi: How TCS South Africa & Rest of Africa has built a programme designed to equip young people from disadvantaged communities with accredited Internet of Things qualifications and entrepreneurial skills
Built in Mzansi: How TCS South Africa & Rest of Africa has built a programme designed to equip young people from disadvantaged communities with accredited…
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Studying Under the Barrel of a Gun film: a powerful cinematic tribute to the courageous student resistance movement that emerged during the June 12th 1986 apartheid military occupation of the University of the North (Turfloop).
Studying Under the Barrel of a Gun film: a powerful cinematic tribute to the courageous student resistance movement that emerged during the June 12th 1986…
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As South Africa marks Youth Month, the Gauteng Tourism Authority is highlighting the role of the Gauteng Traffic Wardens programme in enhancing safety, boosting visitor confidence and supporting tourism growth across the province.
As South Africa marks Youth Month, the Gauteng Tourism Authority is highlighting the role of the Gauteng Traffic Wardens programme in enhancing safety…
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The Eastern Cape Education Department has confirmed the suspension of schooling in three districts following a level eight severe weather warning issued by the South African Weather Service.
The Eastern Cape Education Department has confirmed the suspension of schooling in three districts following a level eight severe weather warning issued by the…
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The Reality Check with Dr Lebohang Pheko: linking June 16 to contemporary struggles over AI, platform capitalism, youth unemployment and technological sovereignty, examining whether African youth are inheriting meaningful ownership over the future economy — or merely more precarious forms of participation within it
The Reality Check with Dr Lebohang Pheko: linking June 16 to contemporary struggles over AI, platform capitalism, youth unemployment and technological…
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The Western Cape Provincial Government says disaster management teams remain on high alert as severe weather continues to impact parts of the province, with heavy rainfall leading to rising river levels, flooded roads, and disruptions across the Garden Route and Central Karoo.
The Western Cape Provincial Government says disaster management teams remain on high alert as severe weather continues to impact parts of the province, with…
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The Western Cape Provincial Government says disaster management teams remain on high alert as severe weather continues to impact parts of the province, with heavy rainfall leading to rising river levels, flooded roads, and disruptions across the Garden Route and Central Karoo
The Western Cape Provincial Government says disaster management teams remain on high alert as severe weather continues to impact parts of the province, with…
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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has outlined its political and electoral programme following a three-day National Officials Meeting in Durban.
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has outlined its political and electoral programme following a three-day National Officials Meeting in Durban. Among the key…