Topic: What do you make of inter-racial and inter-cultural marriages and the intricacies that comes with it? GUEST (STUDIO): Fasiha Hassan, South African lawyer & politicianAf SAfm

Election analyst, Wayne Sussman recently looked back at some election results and published very interesting numbers when it comes to the ruling party and the official opposition. Wayne shared the following in a series of tweets: “While J. Zuma won far more votes for the ANC in a national election than both T.Mbeki & C.Ramaphosa, no ANC leader come…

On Tuesday President Cyril Ramaphosa awarded Shared Interest Founder, Donna Katzin with the prestigious Order of the Companions of OR Tambo for her innovative thinking in assisting post-apartheid South African businesses get ethical investments by promoting networking between South African businesses and American investors. Shared Interest is an NG…

Yesterday, the Road Accident Fund (RAF) launched their backlog campaign, the RAF’s Drive Your Claim Forward campaign that is meant to encourage claimants to submit outstanding documents required to finalise their applications in order to reduce RAF’s 321,000 backlog in claims. RAF CEO, Collins Letsoalo, slammed legislation for automatically validat…

TIME Magazine has recognized Professor Tulio de Oliveira in its inaugural 2024 TIME100 Health list. This is a new annual compilation that celebrates 100 individuals who have had the most impact on global health this year. This recognition, determined by TIME's international network of editors, thought leaders, and previous honourees, marks De Olive…

Following the Mail & Guardian report that suggests that Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa is being pursued by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) – we hear from an independent political analyst, Khaya Sithole. Kodwa is reportedly facing corruption and money-laundering charges for a more than R1.6 million alleged bribe he received fr…

After being criticised for not prosecuting State Capture cases arising from the Zondo Commission’s report. The Mail & Guardian is reporting that the National Prosecuting Authority has encouraged its prosecutors and investigators not to be scared of going after high-profile cases. We understand that Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa is th…

As we observe World Press Freedom Day – SANEF reiterates its urgent appeal to protect journalists in Gaza. as of the 1st of this month, preliminary investigations conducted by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) show that at least ninety-seven journalists and media workers were among the more than 35,000 killed since the war began on October…

With just 27 days left until South Africans head to the polls. Today we assess the African Congress for Transformation’s election manifesto. You may have heard rumours doing the rounds, suggesting that the party may not appear on the ballot paper. Well, guess what, party leader Ace Magashule has assured his supporters that his face will be on the b…

Professor Lesiba Teffo attached to the University of South Africa sent us a very interesting text message earlier today on revolutions and what we should have learned from history. Text message reads: "A revolution has a tendency to eat its own children. That season is upon us. Sad, sad, sad. Sad indeed. It could have been avoided had we learned fr…

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party says former President Jacoba Zuma is not a coward and he will attend the ANC’s disciplinary hearing which is due to take place next week Tuesday. For more political analysis on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Dr Levy Ndou, Political analyst based at Tshwane University of Technology…

Joburg Emergency Management Services spokesperson, Robert Mulaudzi has given Joburg City Power the greenlight to assess the damage caused by an underground fire along the M1 highway near Braamfontein yesterday. They believe the cause was cable theft and vandalism of underground infrastructure. The fire caused a power outage in several surrounding a…

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has confirmed that former ANC President Jacob Zuma who is now the leader of the MK Party is expected to be called before the ANC’s Disciplinary Committee next week Tuesday. To elaborate further on this, let’s now speak to….. GUEST: Nhlamulo Ndhlela, MK Party spokespersonAf SAfm

The state prosecutor George Baloyi has taken exception to the defence calling him dishonest in the Senzo Meyiwa trial in the High Court in Pretoria. This follows the defence counsel Zandile Mshololo's criticism after they received requested documents late from the state. Five men are on trial for gunning down Meyiwa at singer Kelly Khumalo's home i…

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has revealed that Turkiye will join South Africa in its genocide case against Israel at the Internal Court of Justice. We understand that through this move, Turkeye aims to strengthen South Africa’s case. For more on the significance of this announcement and the political dynamics thereof, we are joined by GUEST…

Dr Imtiaaz Solliman remembers Dr Yakub Essack who died after suffering a heart attack yesterday. Essack led the organisation’s medical teams on numerous international missions. GUEST: Dr Imtiaaz Sooliman, Chairman and founder of Gift of the GiversAf SAfm

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We learn more about the T4 undersea cable and how it will improve Africa and Asia’s cable infrastructure. We understand that plans are underway to introduce this new cable which will replace the South Africa-Far East (Safe) cable that’s coming to end of life in 2027. For more on this, let’s speak to….. GUEST: Siphumelele Zondi, Lecturer of Multimed…

Cricket South Africa has come under fire for its decision to select only one black African player for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with some South Africans saying that it’s a grave concern and very worrisome that after 30 years of democracy Cricket SA is still battling to articulate its transformation agenda. GUEST: Aslam Khota, Cricket commentator…

The Electoral Commission of South Africa says there is nothing wrong with meeting with US Ambassador Reuben Brigety just weeks before the May 29 elections. The IEC’s top officials met with Brigety in Pretoria this week, drawing criticism from some circles that the US was apparently influencing the outcome of the polls. The IEC says it has also met …

As we commemorate May Day, we hear from Professor Mthunzi Mdwaba who will explain the significance of Employer-Employee relationship in the workplace. GUEST: Professor Mthunzi MdwabaAf SAfm

DA on minimum wages If the DA comes to power after the May 29 elections, the national minimum wage of R27.58 an hour, or R4,412 a month, will be phased out. This is one of the proposals the DA has made in its economic policy released last week Friday. This was the party’s first in more than a decade. What this means is, if the DA win the May 29 ele…

Last night, hundreds of New York City Police officers entered Columbia University in riot gear - sweeping the encampment and the occupied building, detaining protesters. The crackdown at Columbia came alongside chaos at other campuses. Is this the right way to deal with the voices of dissent? Our guest, Professor John H. Stanfield doesn’t think so …

President Cyril Ramaphosa bestowed on deserving recipients the Order of Mendi for Bravery, the Order of Ikhamanga, the Order of the Baobab, the Order of Luthuli, the Order of Mapungubwe, and the Order of the Companions of OR Tambo. One of the award recipients was Aggrey Klaaste (posthumously): For his exceptional contribution to quality journalism …

According to Cisco’s 2024 Cybersecurity Readiness Index – only just 5% of South African companies have ranked at the mature level of readiness which is needed to be resilient against modern cyber security risks. This is very worrying considering the fact that cyber-attacks can cause damage to businesses. Joining us to share some interesting thought…

Earlier on, we spoke to the ATM leader, Vuyo Zungula who told us that under the ATM rule they will not protect people who do not respect the right to life for others – hence they are calling for the return of the death penalty. Let’s hear now from someone who disagrees with this call……. GUEST: Professor Amanda Gouws, Professor of Political Science …

Yoh, Vote! is a self-funded student project that aims to make voting accessible to every citizen. The platform is made available to anyone who need it to get a sense of which party talks to what they believe in. According to the founders, the project was started as a way to give back to the community because they understand the importance of suppor…

Rise Mzansi held a picket at the JSE offices in Sandton earlier today. The picket was held to protest against the sex-for-jobs scourge in the mining and retail sectors. Rise Mzansi leader Songezo Zibi said the issue was rife in the private and public sectors, adding that the problem was equal to sexual assault and exploitation. Guest: Gugu Ndima, R…

The Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution applied to the Constitutional Court, to be admitted as a friend of the court in the Electoral Commission’s appeal matter. The IEC wants the Electoral Court ruling allowing former president Jacob Zuma to contest a seat in Parliament to be set aside. Casac’s Lawson Naidoo says a conseq…

Following its recent launch, Shesha eHailing drivers are getting ready to Go Live tomorrow across Gauteng. Its owners are confident that it’s going to revolutionise the way South Africans ride and drive and disrupt the traditional landscape through a focus on safety and unique benefits for riders and drivers. For more on this, let’s speak to …. GUE…

Tributes continue to pour in for co-founder of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce (NAFCOC) Dr Sam Motsuenyane who is also popularly known as "The Father of Black Business". Motsuenyane died yesterday and he will always be remembered as someone who contributed immensely into the establishment of African Bank. Joining us to pay tribut…

The Electoral Commission has warned members of the public against misinformation doing the rounds on social media after a message encouraged voters older than 60 to apply to vote early. The commission says it hasn’t given permission for everyone over 60 to vote on the 27th and the 28th. For more on this, we are joined by…. Guest: Masego Shiburi…

ATM leader Vuyo Zungula explains why his party wants to bring back the death penalty - which South Africa abolished in 1995. He argues that under the ATM rule they will not protect people who do not respect the right to life for others. GUEST: Mr Vuyo Zungula, Leader of the African Transformation Movement…

Kenya’s President William Ruto has revealed that his country has secured Zimbabwe’s support for Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission chairmanship. In return, Kenya will support Zimbabwe's bid for readmission into the Commonwealth and help them fight sanctions. Just how significant is this partnership? For more on this, we are joined …

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Yesterday, the City Press newspaper reported that MK took ID numbers, names and cellphone numbers from a City of Cape Town jobseekers’ database and forged the corresponding signatures before submitting them to the IEC. The publication called 15 people on the MK party’s supporter list; 14 denied they had signed the list. Will this signature scandal …

We get more reaction on our first story re SABC Head of News vs the State Security Agency. This after the Presidency’s response, refuting claims that the State Security Agency has been targeting SABC head of news, emphasising that the vetting process needs to be carried out as per the established practise with all SABC executives. Let’s now hear fr…

Development agency Kagiso Trust is looking to encourage over 27 million registered voters to cast their hard-fought ballots in the national and regional elections on 29 May. The Kagiso Trust is invoking the legacy of struggle stalwarts such as Desmond Tutu, Beyers Naudé and Rev Frank Chikane, in their#RememberMe campaign. GUEST: Thabiso Ratsomo, Ka…

Defacing or illegally removing election posters is a criminal offence. Last week, the Electoral Commission in the Western Cape said that those found committing this offence must be reported to the police. To help us further understand the legal implications of defacing or illegally removing election posters, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Nku…

We look at the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s brand and the IFP's decision to use his voice and image as part of its 2024 national general election campaign. GUEST: Tshepo Matseba, Managing Director of Reputation 1stAf SAfm

Media Monitoring Africa says anyone who tries to undermine media freedom must be held accountable. This after the SABC’s Group Executive for News and Current Affairs, Moshoeshoe Monare was allegedly called phoned by an official from the State Security Agency (SSA) demanding that he be vetted again and undergo a top security secret test which will i…

The United States and Niger are discussing plans to withdraw American troops from the West African nation, even though they are yet to announce a timeline for when it will pull out the more than 1,000 military personnel stationed at an American drone base in the Sahara desert near the Nigerien city of Agadez. Observers say this is another strategic…

As the 6th Administration is preparing to exit the political arena. We hear from the Speaker of the KZN legislature about how the Provincial Legislature performed under her leadership. She has listed Covid19 as the most challenging period but says they managed to rise to a new era that the parliamentary sector has been aspiring to, and that is the …

The lazy makoti (the lazy daughter in-law): What’s the one thing you are lazy to do and unashamed about it and not planning to change it? Could it be cooking, ironing, etc. Call us let’s hear what you have to say…….. GUEST: Mogau Seshoene, Professional Cook, Gourmand World Cookbook Award winner & Author…

With less than 40 days to go before the general elections. Today we hear from the Defend our Democracy movement. This as they are appealing to NGOs and civil society movements to join Election Watch Campaign to observe the upcoming elections. Importantly, the IEC Election observer registration is closing next week Wednesday (1 May) hence they are m…

In an effort to assess South Africa’s global reputation in various key areas, Brand South Africa conducted extensive research on the perceptions that other countries have on South Africa. A total of 17 countries were surveyed with over 9800 respondents and focused on brand audiences related to tourism, investment, talent, exports and general reputa…

Tomorrow our country will celebrate 30 years of Democracy. For many who experienced apartheid, the suffering of those years remains etched in their collective memory. However, over the past thirty years, a lot has been done to improve the living conditions and to change the fortunes of the country with the aim to repair the damage that apartheid di…

Yesterday, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) officially launched the Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI) which is aimed at protecting the most vulnerable depositors in our society. How it works is, it provides cover of up to R100 000 to each qualifying depositor per bank in the unlikely event of a bank’s collapse. To tell us more about thi…

Former President Thabo Mbeki says he hasn’t changed his views about the state of the ANC. He said this while campaigning for the party in Soweto yesterday, also assuring the ANC followers that the leadership of the party will attend to the problems within the parameters of the party. Mbeki also defended his party’s handling of its stand-off with fo…

International lawyers representing the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have written to Apple CEO Tim Cook demanding answers on the sourcing of minerals used to manufacture the company’s products. They are accusing the tech giants of using illegally exploited minerals. For more clarity on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Nixon Katembo, African aff…