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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
16 April 2026 1.    Togo- United Nations General Assembly Togo will ask United Nations member states to adopt a world map that more…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
China’s economy expands faster than expected in Q1 The World Bank flags prolonged fallout from Iran conflict
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The Global Brief: Escalating global conflicts are reinforcing instability rather than moving toward resolution, with severe human costs on the ground and shifting geopolitical alliances at the international level. How does South Africa navigate these shifting tides?
The Global Brief: Escalating global conflicts are reinforcing instability rather than moving toward resolution, with severe human costs on the ground and…
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The Western Cape continues to battle relentless gang violence, even with the military deployed in some of the province’s most volatile communities. But what makes gangsterism in this region so uniquely entrenched and why does it continue to thrive despite heavy law enforcement interventions?
Guest: Aron Hyman is a Senior Analyst on the Southern Africa Observatory at Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime
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South African entrepreneur and Mechanical Engineering Technologist known for her leadership in the engineering, automotive, and water sectors.
South African entrepreneur and Mechanical Engineering Technologist known for her leadership in the engineering, automotive, and water sectors. Founded in May…
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The Reality Check: Why is land still in the hands off colonial descendants?
Guest: Prof Mathole Motshekga – Founder of the Kara Institute and African Heritage Group
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Estimates suggest that as many as 85 to 95 percent of offenders return to crime and serious questions are being raised about whether that goal is being achieved. Is the Department of Correctional Services truly reforming offenders?
Estimates suggest that as many as 85 to 95 percent of offenders return to crime and serious questions are being raised about whether that goal is being…
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Despite the ongoing deployment of soldiers in crime-stricken communities under Operation Prosper, the killings haven’t stopped
Guest: Dr Llewellyn MacMaster: Chairperson of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition Despite the ongoing deployment of soldiers in crime-stricken communities under…
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Despite the ongoing deployment of soldiers, three people have been gunned down in Gugulethu, on the Cape Flats this week. Is deploying the military to deal with crime a good idea?
Guest: Prof Mpho Matlala, Unisa college of law, law enforcement and crime expert Despite the ongoing deployment of soldiers, three people have been gunned down…
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The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema is expected to be sentenced in the East London Magistrate’s Court in the Eastern Cape this Wednesday morning
Guest: Bond Nyoka - an Attorney and Legal Analyst The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema is expected to be sentenced in the East London…
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As King Misuzulu kaZwelithini pushes for major changes to the governance of the Ingonyama Trust, a high-level royal delegation led by Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi is now lobbying political parties in Parliament to support relocating the Trust’s operations back to KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Rev. Thulasizwe Buthelezi - Traditional Prime Minister of the Zulu Nation As King Misuzulu kaZwelithini pushes for major changes to the governance of…
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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) recommended Gauteng Deputy Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba for the position of Gauteng Judge President.
Guest: Allison Tilley - Coordinator at Judges Matter The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) recommended Gauteng Deputy Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba for the…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
15 April 2026 1.    Benin- Porto Novo Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote Romuald Wadagni has secured a decisive…
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South Africa’s relations with the United States of America are back in the spotlight as President Cyril Ramaphosa moves to appoint Roelof Meyer as ambassador to Washington
Guest: Roland Henwood - Political Scientist and Commentator at the University of Pretoria South Africa’s relations with the United States of America are…
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NPA confirms prosecution of those involved in Life Esidimeni deaths
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirms that, following years of investigation and legal processes, a decision has been taken to prosecute…
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Municipal Watch: The Northern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance has given Sol Plaatje Municipality 14 days to explain why it should not be placed under administration after failing to fix ongoing governance failures.
Municipal Watch: The Northern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance has given Sol Plaatje Municipality 14 days to explain why it should not be placed under…
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The Reality Check: Why must ubuntu be the basis for African socialism?
The Reality Check: Why must ubuntu be the basis for African socialism? Guest: Prof Mathole Motshekga – Founder pf the Kara Institute and African Heritage…
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The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those who speak out against corruption. What happens to your life — both personally and professionally — the moment you decide to blow the whistle?
The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those…
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The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those who speak out against corruption. Why has it become so easy to carry out killings in South Africa?
The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those…
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Escalating global tensions are starting to ripple across both the economy and security landscape: oil prices are climbing after Middle East peace talks collapsed and fears of a Strait of Hormuz blockade grow
Escalating global tensions are starting to ripple across both the economy and security landscape: oil prices are climbing after Middle East peace talks…
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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 14 April 2026…
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The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those who speak out against corruption
The assassination of Emfuleni municipal finance official Martha Rantsofu in Vanderbijlpark has once again raised chilling questions about the safety of those…
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Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support provided to the victim in Dobsonville, Soweto
Guest: Beatrice Moilwa - Founder of Khutsong Empowerment Centre Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a…
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The Briefing Debate: Should South Africa have a National Minimum Wage and is the latest increase helping or hurting the country?
The Briefing Debate: Should South Africa have a National Minimum Wage and is the latest increase helping or hurting the country? Guest: Matthew Parks…
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This week, the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) will hold its final disciplinary hearing that will outline final sanctions against the auditor involved in the VBS scandal, Sipho Malaba
This week, the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) will hold its final disciplinary hearing that will outline final sanctions against the auditor…
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The Reality Check: How do we use the African soul as the glue for nation building and social cohesion?
The Reality Check: How do we use the African soul as the glue for nation building and social cohesion? Guest: Prof Mathole Motshekga – Founder pf the…
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Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support provided to the victim in Dobsonville, Soweto
Guest: Lerato Ntwampe - Admitted Attorney and Social Media Legal Consultant
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Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support provided to the victim in Dobsonville, Soweto
Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support…
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs
Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa Djibouti- Djibouti Djibouti's…
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The DA has now officially elected Geordin Hill-Lewis as the new Federal Leader
The DA has now officially elected Geordin Hill-Lewis as the new Federal Leader. Guest: Geordin Hill-Lewis - new DA Federal Leader
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The Global Brief
The US/Iran talks with no agreement, but not collapsed Iraq parliament elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president Ukraine and Syria have strengthened…
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The Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability is on a mission to drive sustainable and inclusive development across Africa and beyond
Guest: Nandi Mthethwa - Engagement Manager at the Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability (RIIS) Built in Mzansi: The Research Institute for…
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Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support provided to the victim in Dobsonville, Soweto
Social Development Minister Nokuzola Sisisi Tolashe has condemned the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl, with a 58-year-old suspect arrested and support…
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Built in Mzansi: Prosthetic Technology and localization of innovation - Founded in 2020 by engineer and amputee Sume, the company addresses critical gaps in comfort and accessibility, has earned recognition from the SAB Foundation, and is expanding its reach locally and internationally
Built in Mzansi: Prosthetic Technology and localization of innovation - Founded in 2020 by engineer and amputee Sume, the company addresses critical gaps in…
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The Briefing Debate - Online Gambling and the Remote Gambling Act: Can the Remote Gambling Act bring clarity, fairness, and protection—or will it deepen existing contradictions between law, enforcement, and reality?
The Briefing Debate - Online Gambling and the Remote Gambling Act: Can the Remote Gambling Act bring clarity, fairness, and protection—or will it deepen…
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Reality Check: What are some of the solutions to do to build the nation?
Guest: Prof. Barney Pityana - anti-apartheid stalwart Reality Check: What are some of the solutions to do to build the nation?
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Expert Interview: What's at stake for the Democratic Alliance as they gear up for their Elective Congress?
Guest: Dr Mmabatho Mongae - Acting Head of the Governance Insights and Analytics programme at Good Governance Africa Expert Interview: What's at stake for the…
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The Big Story: The Democratic Alliance gears up for Elective Congress this weekend. Who will become victorious?
The Big Story: The Democratic Alliance gears up for Elective Congress this weekend. Who will become victorious? Guest: Werner Horn - Presiding Officer and…
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The South African Social Security Agency has welcomed a landmark Constitutional Court ruling ordering Cash Paymaster Services to repay over R81 million in unlawful profits from a social grants contract.
The South African Social Security Agency has welcomed a landmark Constitutional Court ruling ordering Cash Paymaster Services to repay over R81 million in…
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Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs
10 April 2026 1.    Benin-Porto Novo Benin Decides 2026 on Sunday Benin faces an uneven race for president Benin's long-serving finance…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Inflation in China rises in March 2. Fed leadership delay rattles markets as hearing for the new chair is pushed back 3. Market update Africa in Focus with…
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The Global BriAnti-Trump protests have intensified this week, with hundreds gathering outside the White House in response to rising tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran
The Global BriAnti-Trump protests have intensified this week, with hundreds gathering outside the White House in response to rising tensions between the US…
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Built in Mzansi: How does Kleinskuur Aquaponics enable sustainable, high-yield farming—saving 90% water—while supporting communities and commercial growers to produce local food even in harsh climates?
Built in Mzansi: How does Kleinskuur Aquaponics enable sustainable, high-yield farming—saving 90% water—while supporting communities and commercial…
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Municipal Watch: What is the Matjhabeng Municipality doing to deal with sewage spilling into streets and yards?
Guest: Neo Thito - Member of the Voice for Change, a community driven initiative deal with issues of service delivery Guest: Thanduxolo Khalipa - Executive…
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The African Transformation Movement and uMkhonto weSizwe Party are calling for lifestyle audits for judges to improve accountability and transparency.
The African Transformation Movement and uMkhonto weSizwe Party are calling for lifestyle audits for judges to improve accountability and transparency. They…
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As calls grow from political parties like the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and the African Transformation Movement for judges to undergo lifestyle audits, questions are being raised about accountability within South Africa’s judiciary. How do these proposals balance with the need to protect judicial independence?
As calls grow from political parties like the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and the African Transformation Movement for judges to undergo lifestyle audits, questions…
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The Reality Check: What are some of the actions that must change the trajectory towards a failed state?
Guest: Prof. Barney Pityana - Anti-apartheid stalwart
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ActionSA has accused the Independent Police Investigative Directorate of deliberately delaying the release of its much-anticipated report into the conduct of the Presidential Protection Unit following the 2022 farm robbery involving President Cyril Ramaphosa
ActionSA has accused the Independent Police Investigative Directorate of deliberately delaying the release of its much-anticipated report into the conduct of…
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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.    Angola…
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Oil falls below 100 dollars on US-Iran two week ceasefire 2. Global airlines continue to hike fares and cut flights on rising jet fuel prices (yes, oil has…
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Twenty-four hours after a ceasefire was announced, Iran has suspended tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli ceasefire violations in Lebanon
Timothy Walker - Senior Researcher for Maritime Security, Institute for Security Studies
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Built In Mzansi - Cape Bio, a pioneer who played a critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping develop the first locally produced PCR tests
Built In Mzansi - Cape Bio, a pioneer who played a critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping develop the first locally produced PCR tests Guest…
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The Briefing Debate: How is the government and South Africans dealing with the issue of illegal immigration?
Guest: Thabiso Makwela - Deputy President at the Progressive Forces of South Africa Guest: Prof Loren Landau - Senior Researcher with Wits University's African…
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KwaZulu-Natal's Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs says that it has started operations to deal with the latest floods that caused a lot of damage to property and infrastructure
KwaZulu-Natal's Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs says that it has started operations to deal with the latest floods that caused a…
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The Reality Check: Do democratic states fail?
Guest: Prof. Barney Pityana - anti-apartheid stalwart The Reality Check: Do democratic states fail?
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
SA businesses feel the strain as Middle East conflict hits supply chains 2. Firstrand plans to exit UK market 3. Market update - set the tone for the day, US…
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What does the Gauteng reshuffle tell us about coalition governance and how they can impact local governance in an election year. Was this a "necessary compromise" to ensure coalition stability?
Guest: Sanusha Naidu - Senior Research Associate based with the Institute for Global Dialogue What does the Gauteng reshuffle tell us about coalition…
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The reaction to the appointment of EFF Gauteng Chairperson, Nkululeko Dunga as the Gauteng Finance MEC has seen mixed reactions from various organizations
Guest: Nkululeko Dunga - Newly appointed MEC for Finance in Gauteng and Chairperson of the EFF Gauteng The reaction to the appointment of EFF Gauteng…
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The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Gauteng welcomes the cabinet reshuffle by Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi
Guest: Nkosithethile Bonga - SACP Gauteng spokesperson The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Gauteng welcomes the cabinet reshuffle by Gauteng Premier…
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Four people have now been killed in Mitchells Plain, City of Cape Town. These incidents occurred exactly one week after the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) was deployed to the area to curb escalating gang violence. What then does this say about the presence of the military there?
Four people have now been killed in Mitchells Plain, City of Cape Town. These incidents occurred exactly one week after the South African National Defence…