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The South African Communist Party (SACP) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have agreed to establish a joint working group to participate in preparations for the Conference of the Left, through the establishment of a steering committee to develop a programme that defends democratic gains while advancing economic emancipation
The South African Communist Party (SACP) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have agreed to establish a joint working group to participate in preparations…
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Following the tragic building collapse that claimed nine lives in Ormonde, South of Joburg, the Council for the Built Environment will conduct a full investigation to determine whether professional negligence, non-compliance with mandatory standards, or misconduct contributed to the incident
Following the tragic building collapse that claimed nine lives in Ormonde, South of Joburg, the Council for the Built Environment will conduct a full…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Economists push back rate cut bets for African central banks 2. Chinese factory activity hits a…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 4 March 2026…
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Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggering a wave of retaliatory attacks across the region
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Discovery reports double digit earnings growth 2. Aspen sells its Asia pacific business 3. Market update
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Congress of the People (COPE) leader and anti-Apartheid revolutionary, Mosiuoa Terror Lekota has passed on at age 77
Congress of the People (COPE) leader and anti-Apartheid revolutionary, Mosiuoa Terror Lekota has passed on at age 77 Guest: Dennis Bloem - Long term comrade…
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The Western Cape High Court is set to hear a landmark constitutional challenge to a provision of the Criminal Procedure Act that prevents the public naming of an accused person in a rape or sexual offence case before they have formally pleaded
The Western Cape High Court is set to hear a landmark constitutional challenge to a provision of the Criminal Procedure Act that prevents the public naming of…
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President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled two 10-metre bronze statues honouring Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in Durban North beach.
President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled two 10-metre bronze statues honouring Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in Durban North beach. Was it worthwhile to launch two…
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What's life like on the ground as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate for South Africans abroad?
What's life like on the ground as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate for South Africans abroad? Guest: Spitch Nzawumbi: Expatriate &…
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Treasury confident public finances can withstand Middle East fallout 2. Economists warn of risks in the manufacturing sector if US-Iran conflict persists 3…
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During Eating Disorder Awareness Week (24 February to 2 March) in South Africa, professionals emphasised that weight alone is not a reliable indicator of physical or mental health.
During Eating Disorder Awareness Week (24 February to 2 March) in South Africa, professionals emphasised that weight alone is not a reliable indicator of…
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South Africa’s Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, has confirmed that the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) report into the 2020 burglary at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm has been declassified
South Africa’s Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, has confirmed that the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) report into the 2020…
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The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has now imposed an administrative penalty of R358 750 000 on Mr Stephanus Johannes “Stehan” Grobler
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has now imposed an administrative penalty of R358 750 000 on Mr Stephanus Johannes “Stehan” Grobler Guest…
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Last month we spoke to Professor Deon Visser from the University of the Free State who did a study that found dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs).
Last month we spoke to Professor Deon Visser from the University of the Free State who did a study that found dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in…
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This World Hearing Day (3 March), Spec-Savers Audiology is challenging a common misconception: that hearing is simply about turning up the volume
This World Hearing Day (3 March), Spec-Savers Audiology is challenging a common misconception: that hearing is simply about turning up the volume. Experts say…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
3 March 2026 1.    Rwanda – USA The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Global gas prices surge on US-Iran fallout 2. Rio Tinto approves expansion of Richards Bay Minerals project after years of delays 3. Market update
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Global energy and financial markets were jolted after escalating military action involving the United States and Israel against Iran triggered sharp disruptions to oil and gas supplies.
Global energy and financial markets were jolted after escalating military action involving the United States and Israel against Iran triggered sharp…
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Business and markets update with Ntaoleng Lechela
Business and markets update with Ntaoleng Lechela
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Views of an Iranian national: As tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran escalate, the world is trying to understand not just the military dimension — but the human and political one
For many observers, the key question is how ordinary Iranians are experiencing this moment. With reports of internal economic strain, long-running protests…
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Airlines across Europe, Asia and the Middle East are scrambling to manage one of the most severe aviation disruptions in years after US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the Gulf
Airlines across Europe, Asia and the Middle East are scrambling to manage one of the most severe aviation disruptions in years after US and Israeli strikes on…
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Embrace: The Movement for Mothers, together with the Obstetric Justice Coalition and allied organisations, has formally called on the National Department of Health (South Africa) to take urgent, decisive action to end obstetric violence in South Africa’s maternity healthcare system.
Embrace: The Movement for Mothers, together with the Obstetric Justice Coalition and allied organisations, has formally called on the National Department of…
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The killing of Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader for more than three decades, in a joint United States–Israeli strike marks a watershed moment for the Middle East. His death has triggered immediate retaliation from Tehran, emergency diplomatic meetings across global capitals, and warnings of a widening regional war
The killing of Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader for more than three decades, in a joint United States–Israeli strike marks a watershed moment…
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Farming bodies head to court over access to FMD vaccines 2. Reports indicate Nestlé has started a retrenchment process in South Africa as part of its…
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Retired Constitutional Court justice Edwin Cameron remembers a time when an HIV diagnosis was effectively a death sentence — when gay men were dying “in their tens of thousands” and doctors could offer little more than palliative care
Retired Constitutional Court justice Edwin Cameron remembers a time when an HIV diagnosis was effectively a death sentence — when gay men were dying…
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EFF Gauteng Condemns in the Strongest Terms the Collapse of the City of Ekurhuleni Council as a Direct Result of the Reckless and Unilateral Actions of ANC Executive Mayor, Nkosindiphile Xhakaza
EFF Gauteng Condemns in the Strongest Terms the Collapse of the City of Ekurhuleni Council as a Direct Result of the Reckless and Unilateral Actions of ANC…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Producer prices ease in January 2. Discovery bank turns a profit, boosting the overall group 3…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Spur defies beef price surge, posts 13% profit rise 2. Truworths sees green shoots in South…
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In what has been described as the most significant expansion of labour enforcement capacity since 1994, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the appointment of 10,000 additional labour inspectors.
In what has been described as the most significant expansion of labour enforcement capacity since 1994, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the appointment…
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Proceedings of Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption and political interference within South Africa’s justice system descended into chaos after forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan walked out while still under questioning.
Proceedings of Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption and political interference within South Africa’s justice…
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This weekend, all roads lead to the iconic FNB Stadium for the highly anticipated Soweto Derby between arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates
This weekend, all roads lead to the iconic FNB Stadium for the highly anticipated Soweto Derby between arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. Fans are…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 27 February 2026…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US consumer confidence rises in February 2. Meta inks AI chip deal with AMD 3. Market update
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Indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran resumed Thursday in Geneva amid mounting regional tensions, with both sides signalling cautious engagement but acknowledging persistent gaps
Indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran resumed Thursday in Geneva amid mounting regional tensions, with both sides signalling cautious…
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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in his budget announced increases on alcohol and tobacco products — with excise duties rising largely in line with inflation.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in his budget announced increases on alcohol and tobacco products — with excise duties rising largely in line with…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Bidcorp posts a jump in earnings despite global headwinds 2. Motus benefits from increased new vehicle sales in SA 3. Market update
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Operations at Ekapa Minerals in Kimberley have been halted after the company was placed under liquidation, following last week’s deadly mud rush incident that left five miners trapped nearly 900 metres underground
Operations at Ekapa Minerals in Kimberley have been halted after the company was placed under liquidation, following last week’s deadly mud rush incident…
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Minister Godongwana delivers a market positive budget 2. Higher pgm prices boost Valterra 3. Market update
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South Africa’s 2026 Budget, delivered by Enoch Godongwana in Cape Town, signals cautious optimism for the country’s finances.
South Africa’s 2026 Budget, delivered by Enoch Godongwana in Cape Town, signals cautious optimism for the country’s finances. With economic growth…
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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has warned municipalities to return to the core principle of fiscal integrity: revenue collected for essential services like water and electricity must first be reinvested in those services before being diverted elsewhere
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has warned municipalities to return to the core principle of fiscal integrity: revenue collected for essential services like…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
26 February 2026 1.    Zimbabwe- Harare Zimbabwe bans all raw mineral exports with immediate effect Zimbabwe has imposed an immediate…
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A senior judge of the Free State High Court, Mpina Mathebula, is standing trial on serious criminal charges linked to the alleged misappropriation of more than R3 million intended for a minor road accident victim.
A senior judge of the Free State High Court, Mpina Mathebula, is standing trial on serious criminal charges linked to the alleged misappropriation of more than…
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Nvidia delivers market beating Q4 earnings 2. Octodec sells Killarney mall 3. Market update
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Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared that Moscow has failed to “break Ukrainians” or achieve victory.
Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared that Moscow has failed to “break Ukrainians&rdquo…
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Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026.
Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026. Equal Education Law Centre says…
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Communities in Coronationville and Westbury, west of Johannesburg, erupted in protest on Tuesday over prolonged and erratic water outages.
Communities in Coronationville and Westbury, west of Johannesburg, erupted in protest on Tuesday over prolonged and erratic water outages. Frustrated residents…
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Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026.
Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026. With aspects of the National Health…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US consumer confidence rises in February 2. Meta inks AI chip deal with AMD 3. Market update
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Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026. What does this mean about municipal revenue, infrastructure funding and financial stability?
Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will table the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament today, today, 25 February 2026. What does this mean about municipal…
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Who’s to blame for Tongaat Hulett’s threatened collapse?
Who’s to blame for Tongaat Hulett’s threatened collapse? Guest: Robert Gumede: Shareholder of Vision Group (Tongaat Hulett's Business Rescue…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter US consumer confidence rises in February 2. Meta inks AI chip deal with AMD 3. Market update
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The Democratic Alliance announces Helen Zille as the 2026 City of Joburg Mayoral Candidate
The Democratic Alliance announces Helen Zille as the 2026 City of Joburg Mayoral Candidate Guest: Helen Zille: DA Federal Council Chair
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
25 February 2026 1.    Ghana – Accra Ghana renames Kotoka Airport, reigniting the military-led 1966 coup debate Ghana has renamed its…
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A diplomatic dispute has erupted between the United States and France after Charles Kushner, the US ambassador in Paris, failed to attend a formal summons from French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.
A diplomatic dispute has erupted between the United States and France after Charles Kushner, the US ambassador in Paris, failed to attend a formal summons from…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Weak oil and chemicals prices weighs on Sasol 2. Walmart moves ahead with store rollout in South Africa, opens third location 3. Market update