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Madlanga Commission does not have the power to declassify documents relating to Dr Ntandazo Sifolo's evidence.
: Madlanga Commission evidence leader, Advocate Matthew Chaskalson, has argued that the Commission does not have the power to declassify documents relating to Dr Ntandazo Sifolo's evidence. Sifolo is the Acting Co-ordinator of the National Intelligence Co-ordinating Committee. The evidence leaders have applied for his testimony to be heard in camera, a move opposed by three media organisations: amaBhungane, News24 and the Daily Maverick. Representing the media organisations, Advocate Ben Winks argued that the Commission has the power to decide whether evidence can be heard publicly, despite its classification. Sibahle Motha reports
Growing concerns about the mental health toll of academic pressure
As thousands of matriculants sit for their final examinations, concerns are growing about the mental health toll of academic pressure. Learners from Durban say expectations from parents, teachers and themselves can become overwhelming, while some are struggling with anxiety and uncertainty about their future. The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department has partnered with digital mental health service provider - Cloud Therapist - to improve access to psychological support for learners. Celumusa Zulu reports.
COSATU says government missed yet another opportunity to tackle unemployment, poverty and declining growth
The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU says government has missed another opportunity to tackle unemployment, poverty and weak growth in yesterday's Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. COSATU says while debt must be stabilised, austerity and early retirement packages will not unlock the three-percent growth needed to cut the 43.8 percent unemployment rate. The federation has however welcomed the ten-billion-rand fuel levy holiday for November and December, saying it will ease pressure on workers and lower inflation. We spoke to Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator.
Controversial businessman Suliman Carrim expected to appear in the Musina Magistrate's Court today
Controversial businessman Suliman Carrim is expected to appear in the Musina Magistrate's Court today. He is facing additional charges of money laundering and vehicle theft. The cases follow the interception of two financed vehicles at the Beitbridge border post in Musina in July, allegedly en route to Malawi with fraudulent bank documents. Two suspects arrested at the time remain in custody. We spoke to Crime expert and Chief Executive Officer of IRS Forensic Investigations, Chad Thomas.
Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA welcomes fuel levy relief
The Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA has welcomed the fuel levy relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, calling it a hard-won victory for workers. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a levy cut of three-rand for diesel and one-rand-fifty for petrol from the fourth of November to the first of December, with smaller reductions until January. The union says lower diesel costs should ease transport and food prices, but wants relief extended and support for paraffin-dependent households.We spoke to MISA Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola.
ActionSA expresses disappointment at Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's short-term fuel relief measures
ActionSA has expressed disappointment at Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's short-term fuel relief measures announced in yesterday's Medium Term Budget Policy Statement. The party says the ten-billion-rand temporary levy cut expiring on the first of January fails to address the cost-of-living crisis and deep economic problems. We spoke to Alan Beesley, ActionSA Member of Parliament.
FEDUSA welcomes the short-term fuel price relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement
The Federation of Unions of South Africa, FEDUSA has welcomed the short-term fuel price relief announced in the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a temporary fuel levy reduction of three-rand per litre for diesel and one-rand-fifty for petrol from the fourth of November. FEDUSA says while the holiday season reprieve is welcome, fiscal stability must translate into tangible gains for workers facing high living costs. For more we spoke to FEDUSA General Secretary, Riefdah Ajam.
Zola Residents Demand Justice After Alleged Rape Of Pupil
Angry residents and parents at a Junior Primary school in Zola, Soweto have called for justice to prevail. This after the alleged rape of a nine-year-old Grade 4 learner. The suspect, who is an English teacher at the school is accused of attacking the minor inside the school toilets. Police confirmed that a case has been opened and handed over for investigation. Our reporter, Puseletso Mokoena has more ...
Informal Early Childhood Development Centres in the Eastern Cape have pinned their hopes on the Mid-Term Budget
Informal Early Childhood Development Centres in the Eastern Cape have pinned their hopes on Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, to prioritise their needs when he delivers the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement. These Centres operate under conditions which need serious attention. They lack the necessary resources to the make the facility conducive for teaching and learning. Hlumisa Qabaka reports.....
FF-Plus it targeting the City of Tshwane, and is open to form coalition governments
The FF-Plus it targeting the City of Tshwane, and is open to form coalition governments after the local government elections. That's what party leader, Dr Corné Mulder, told the party's supporters during a community meeting in Durbanville, Cape Town last night (20 October). Yamkela Mtshiyo reports...
Rise Mzansi's Jo'burg mayoral candidate, Lukhona Mnguni, says his party will do away with the City of Jo'burg's agencies
Rise Mzansi's Jo'burg mayoral candidate, Lukhona Mnguni, says his party will do away with the City of Jo'burg's agencies in an effort to fix the causes of poor service delivery in the metro. He said this at the launch of the Rise Mzansi's Governance Plan for the City of Johannesburg which took place in Rosebank, Johannesburg. The party, together with its campaigning partner the GOOD Party, has also warned residents of the country's richest metro against voting for DA Mayoral candidate, Helen Zille. Busi Bopela reports...
Relations have deteriorated over Trump's recent diesel deal with Russia that undercut sweeping sanctions with Zelenskyy accusing Washington of betrayal TPE2
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting American envoy Steve Witkoff in Oslo Norway. This after U.S. President Donald Trump called for someone else to negotiate peace with Russia on Kyiv's behalf. Relations have deteriorated over Trump's recent diesel deal with Russia that undercut sweeping sanctions with Zelenskyy accusing Washington of betrayal and rewarding President Vladimir Putin. Trump says Ukraine's leader is obstructing peace efforts. The talks come as Kyiv reports delays in American weapons deliveries and disruptions to military satellite support—claims Washington denied as reflecting a deliberate withdrawal of assistance. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports.
Woman Arrested For Allegedly Staging Her Own Kidnapping
Gauteng police have arrested a 37-year-old woman and her alleged accomplice for allegedly staging her kidnapping to extort R40 000 from her cousin in Kwa-Thema, east of Johannesburg. Police say the suspects were arrested on Tuesday following investigations by Kwa-Thema detectives, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and Crime Intelligence. The woman was found alive on October 10, with injuries to her hands, after the kidnapping was reported on October 8. Both suspects are expected to appear in court on charges of extortion, defeating the ends of justice and staging a crime scene. Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi has more
IEC Reminds Voters To Use Registered Voting Stations
With just under a month to go before South Africans head to the polls for the 2026 Local Government Elections, we take a closer look at the voting process and the ballots voters can expect at the voting station on Election Day. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Manager of Electoral Registrations and Liaison at the Electoral Commission of South Africa IEC, Kgosietsile Tshoke
SAIT warns households against expecting significant tax relief.
Cosatu Parliamentary Coordinator Matthew Parks says Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana must address plans and mechanisms to deal with challenges facing workers when he tables the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement in the afternoon. Parks says Godongwana must among other things prioritise the debt owed to municipalities as well as to Eskom and combating crime. To look more into the Medium Term Budget Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Head of Tax Technical at the South African Institute of Taxation, Gert van Heerden....
Madlanga Commission Hears Arguments Over Private Intelligence Testimony
Madlanga Commission evidence leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson has argued that the Commission does not have the power to declassify documents relating to Dr Ntandazo Sifolo's evidence. Sifolo is the Acting Coordinator of the National Intelligence Coordinating Committee. The evidence leaders have applied for his testimony to be heard in camera, a move opposed by three media organisations: amaBhungane, News24 and Daily Maverick. Representing the media organisations, Advocate Ben Winks argued that the Commission has the power to decide whether evidence can be heard publicly, despite its classification.
Gauteng Educator Suspended Over Alleged sexual assault Of Pupil
An educator at a school in Soweto, has been placed on precautionary suspension following allegations of sexual assault involving a Grade Four learner. Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile says the learner and her family will receive psychosocial support as departmental disciplinary processes and police investigations continue. Yesterday, angry Zola residents protested outside the call, calling for justice for the child. Amid renewed concerns about the safety and protection of children in schools, Maile has urged the school community to remain calm and allow due process to take its course Sakina Kamwendo spoke Gauteng Education spokesperson Onwabile Lubhelwana
ABSA's Investment Analyst Motheo Maphosa shares latest market updates
This Wednesday, SAfm anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to ABSA's Investment Analyst Motheo Maphosa, for the latest market update.
South Africa and Uganda look to boost trade, investment and regional co-operation
South Africa and Uganda are looking to boost trade, investment and regional co-operation. During an interview after their talks in Pretoria, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, Ronald Lamola, and his co-chair Uganda's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Adonia Ayebare, have highlighted economic partnerships, easier travel and energy security as priorities for stronger African integration. Botlhale Phele reports
A look at the challenges of new and smaller political parties ahead of the upcoming elections
Political funding and citizen-led interventions have taken the spotlight as small and new political parties prepare for the upcoming local government elections. We speak to The South African Mass Movement (SAMMO), African People's Convention (APC) and MOVESA, on the realities they are faced with as the country prepares for the November fourth polls. Zara Groenewald reports
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