Best SAfm Podcasts (2026)

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Beyond the Prescription Pad - An MD’s Journey to True Healing | E30 45:52

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A German-trained physician shares how functional medicine helped her finally understand why lifelong eczema persisted and what changed when she stopped chasing symptoms and started addressing immune overload. In this episode, Tracy Harrison speaks with Julia Martin, MD, HC, about the gap between conventional medical training and real-world healing.…

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SAfm Market Update: It’s been a great year 8:08

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11 December 2025 SAfm Market Update: It’s been a great year

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PODCAST: Our Massive Show Announcement for 2026! + We Give Away 10K! 49:27

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What's on the show, Voice note round-up. Bel's Hotlist, Twas The Night Before Christmas, Trending Top 3, 10K Know The Show Winner, Unbelievably True Stories, Twas The Flight Beofre Christmas Winner, OUR BIG ANNOUNCEMENT + Rory Sloane leaves a message, Thumbs up Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/safm-breakfast-show See omnystudio.…

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Detention of prominent human rights lawyer puts Uganda's 2026 election credibility into sharp focus 8:56

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Ugandan authorities THIS WEEK arrested prominent human rights lawyer and civil society leader, Dr Sarah Bireete, triggering widespread concern among election observers, opposition figures and rights groups who view the move as part of a broader clampdown on dissent ahead of the country's general elections. Dr Bireete was arrested on Tuesday after s…

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Warning: You will lose your insurance if you drive while intoxicated 8:55

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As we move into 2026, many of motorists are reassessing their budgets, but there is one costly mistake that continues to catch South African motorists off guard. Many drunk drivers believe that if they aren't breathalysed or blood-tested at the scene of an accident, their insurance is safe. But according to the National Financial Ombud Scheme, that…

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Gauteng and Western Cape brace for peak traffic as holidaymakers start their return journeys 6:19

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Peak traffic conditions are expected on the country's major highways throughout this weekend, as holidaymakers continue their return journeys. Heavy traffic is expected to clog highways and thoroughfares leading to Gauteng and the Western Cape, two provinces that saw hundreds of thousands of people leave to enjoy the festive season elsewhere across…

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Costs escalate as Parliament strives to rebuild from the ashes, 4 years on 12:53

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Parliament's spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo, says construction contractors are working around the clock to meet the deadlines for the rebuilding of Parliament. Large parts of the institution were gutted by fire in 2022, necessitating an extensive rebuilding programme. Added to that, another multi-million rand construction programme is underway across…

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Will new Director of Public Prosecutions be found by end of January when Advocate Shamila Batohi vacates office? 4:38

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Will the process to find South Africa's next National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) be complete by the time the incumbent, Advocate Shamila Batohi, vacates her seat at the end of January? That is the question, as the race has garnered much interest, not only in a few candidates but in the process itself, with a legal challenge already laun…

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Understanding defamation: Analyst ordered to apologise to ANC Joburg chair Loyiso Masuku in defamation case 9:19

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ANC Johannesburg Regional Chairperson, Loyiso Masuku, won an urgent defamation case against her. The judgment was handed down by the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Johannesburg on 31 December 2025 after Masuku sought an interdict against political analyst and podcast host Phapano Phasha for making defamatory remarks about her in public. Let’…

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Pennington Beach Rescue Operation 3:45

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Last night, about five swimmers were swept out to sea at Pennington Main Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast after being caught in rough ocean conditions. Let’s get an update on the rescue operation with… GUEST: Samantha Nerick, IPSS Medical Rescue SpokespersonBy SAfm

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Annual Ditrupa Festival 4:53

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The annual Ditrupa Festival is happening in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, today. The annual festival brings the community of KwaMhlanga together through culture, music, and dance. Let’s get a sense of what was showcased today with… GUEST: Nonhlanhla Ntshingila, SABC News Reporter in MpumalangaBy SAfm

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What we can expect in the political space in 2026 14:49

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The 2026 Local Government Elections will happen later this year so we thought we should look at what we can possibly see happening this year in politics. There was a change in leadership for the ANC in Johannesburg, Hellen Zille being announced as the DA’s Mayoral candidate in the City of Joburg, we’ve seen the work done by Action SA’s Dr. Nasiphi …

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Fireworks dispute leaves one dead in North West 5:45

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A dispute over the use of fireworks to ring in the New Year has resulted in the death of one person in the North West province. Police in Lethabong near Rustenburg have opened two dockets, one of murder and another of malicious damage to property following the incident. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lieutenant Colonel Sam Tse…

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PSA: Public cautioned from consuming White Mussels and Shellfish washed up on the West Coast 8:56

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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has warned the public against consuming all shellfish, irrespective of whether they are washed or collected from shore. Let’s get more details on this from… GUEST: Steve Lamberth, Senior Scientist Inshore Resources at the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment…

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Transalloys warns of large-scale job cuts 8:17

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The operator of South Africa’s last remaining manganese smelter, Transalloys (Pty) Ltd. says it may have to cut as many as 600 jobs as the company is unable to sustain its operations due to high power prices, current market conditions, including exchange-rate pressures against the US dollar and euro. So - what kind of interventions do they need in …

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Doornkop building collapse: Update 10:40

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Post the building collapse that resulted in three people losing their lives in Doornkop. The City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Public Safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku has revealed that the building had no approved plans with the city as required by building regulations. GUEST: Dr Mgcini Tshwaku, the City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Public Safety…

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Russia undermines the country’s non-aligned foreign policy 10:27

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Following media reports that Iranian naval vessels are en route to South Africa to participate in the Mosi naval exercise alongside Russia. The DA’s spokesperson on Defence and Military Veterans, Chris Hattingh, says the presence of these sanctioned states contradicts the country’s stated foreign policy. He also warns that these exercises will stra…

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Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala relocated to super-maximum facility eBongweni Correctional Centre in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal 9:33

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Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has been relocated from the C-Max facility, Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Centre, to the super-maximum facility at eBongweni Correctional Centre in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal. Correctional Services spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo, said the transfer of remand detainees and sentenced offenders between correctional facilities is a …

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Grade 12 dies at initiation school in North West 8:27

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A 19-year-old Grade 12 learner from Tiego Tawana Secondary School in the North West province has died after allegedly being taken forcibly to an initiation school shortly after completing his matric examinations in late November 2025. For more on this story, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Thabiso Moss, SABC News Reporter in North West…

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City of Joburg EMS’ emergency and fire safety enforcement operations 6:11

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The City of Johannesburg’s Emergency Management Services started rolling out intensified emergency and fire safety enforcement operations in the inner city today as part of a broader public safety drive during the festive season. To tell us more about this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Kagiso Phasha, City of Johannesburg EMS spokesperson…

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Search for missing SANDF soldier 7:07

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The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, visited Komatipoort, Mpumalanga, today where two SANDF members were swept away by the Komati River. Yesterday, human remains believed to be linked to the Christmas Day incident were recovered near the Mozambique border. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Michael Mdlul…

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China’s military drills around Taiwan 6:21

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China’s military has staged a second day of large-scale military drills around Taiwan as part of what it calls “Justice Mission 2025”, which is aimed at demonstrating its military might. Taiwan has condemned the drills, with the country’s President Lai Ching-te, stating that his territory would act responsibly by neither escalating conflict nor pro…

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Cape Town's water crisis 7:30

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The City of Cape Town has renewed its call for water-wise behaviour after average daily water consumption exceeded the city’s summer usage target. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Councillor Zahid Badroodien, City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Water and SanitationBy SAfm

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New Year Babies: Free State Province 7:54

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Free State Premier, Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae, MEC for health, Monyatso Mahlatsi and other members of the Executive Council visited Maternity wards across the Free State province today to congratulate mothers and their new born babies. Let’s get a sense of how many babies were born in the Free State today with……

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SANDF and BMA intensify efforts at the Beitbridge border 9:08

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The South African National Defense Force and the Border Management Authority intensified efforts to intercept illegal border crossings at Beitbridge today as the return phase begins and thousands of people are expected to re-enter South Africa. Let’s get a sense of what happened today at that port of entry with… GUEST: Batseba Mabowa, SABC News Rep…

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Four members of a family gunned down in KZN 4:22

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Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for four armed men who shot and killed four members of a family at their home near Mdweshule, near Port Shepstone on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast. The four people are believed to have been shot while celebrating the New Year. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Colonel Amanda Funani,…

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Basotho celebrate New Year 6:50

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As the world ushered into 2026, celebrations were also held at the Makoanyane Square in Maseru, Lesotho. Let’s get a sense of how Basotho in Maseru ushered into 2026 with… GUEST: Rapelang Radebe, SABC News Correspondent in MaseruBy SAfm

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NUMSA condemns Die Veiling Pub and Grill for non-payment of salaries and for the dehumanising treatment of workers 8:23

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The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa in the Sedibeng region condemned what it called vulgar and barbaric behaviour from the management of Die Veiling Pub and Grill establishment. According to the union, the management of Die Veiling refused to pay workers their salaries, for simply exercising their constitutional right to join NUMSA. …

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Two arrested after viral video shows brutal assault of security guard in East London 4:29

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The South African Police Service has earlier today confirmed the arrest of two suspects in connection with an assault of a private security guard at eBuhlanti Marina Glen in East London, Eastern Cape, that was widely shared online. The video of this assault went viral over the past few days. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Nobu…

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Pedestrians account for 45% of road deaths, RTMC reveals. 4:42

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High traffic volumes are expected on all major routes in the country this weekend as the festive season holidays come to an end. Law enforcement officers are maintaining a high levels of visibility and motorists are advised to plan their trips carefully. Drivers are urged to take sufficient breaks to avoid fatigue. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Road T…

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Limpopo police arrest a suspect for impregnating underage girls. 6:55

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A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with raping and impregnating two minors is this morning expected to make his first appearance in the Lephalale Magistrate's Court in Limpopo. Police say the minors, aged 14 and 15, from Marapong township, were found to be pregnant after undergoing medical examinations at a hospital. Police are i…

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Minister warns parents face arrest amid 41 initiation deaths. 11:33

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Initiation is a time honoured African custom where a boy enters initiation school to be taught endurance and the basic societal roles a man is to play, however, it is also a time of worry for many because of the health risks involved with this rite of passage to manhood. Already the death toll for the current initiation season stands at 41 accordin…

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Joburg residents demand transparency on foul-smelling tap water. 7:18

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WaterCAN, the civil society movement, says it notes Johannesburg Water's latest update following a warning to residents in parts of the CBD and Bezuidenhout Valley not to drink tap water amid possible contamination. The group says the problem appears localised, with no reason for citywide panic. However, it stresses the need for urgent transparency…

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Seshego reports numerous diarrhoea cases as municipal water tests continue. 4:13

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There seems to be an outbreak of diarrhea disease around Polokwane. Some residents in Polokwane, Limpopo, are reportedly suffering from gastro-intestinal infections. The residents say they are experiencing diarrhea, stomach pain and fever among other symptoms. They say they have been consulting clinics, hospitals and surgeries as well as buying med…

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IPSS Medical Rescue urges swimming only at lifeguard-protected beaches amid searches. 4:58

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The search for two bathers who are believed to have been swept out to sea while swimming at Main Beach Pennington on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast has resumed. The second body of a group of five swimmers has been recovered. Five swimmers were washed out to sea on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, yesterday. Meanwhile, rescuers and medical personnel ha…

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KZN police are confident of arresting Mdweshule murder suspects. 4:21

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KZN police have confirmed that four members of a family were killed in Port Shepstone on the province's south coast. The shooting allegedly occurred during New Year celebrations. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Amanda FunaniBy SAfm

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Toxin shellfish warning: risk paralysis, hospitalization. 7:24

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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has issued a stern warning to the public not eat white mussels and other shellfish washed up on the West Coast of the Western Cape. A large numbers of dead white mussels, whelks and other shellfish being washed up at St Helena Bay and Elands Bay on the West Coast over the past 48 hour…

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Over 7,100 intercepted for illegal border crossings. 8:52

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The border management authority says it has wrapped up the exit leg of its festive season border operations and is now shifting focus to the return phase, running from today 1 to 15 January 2026. The authority says it processed heavy traveller volumes across all 71 ports, intercepting over 7,000 undocumented movements, mostly at land borders. Grobl…

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At least 73 New Year's babies are born in Eastern Cape facilities. 9:17

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Acting Eastern Cape MEC for Health Bukiwe Fanta has welcomed newborns at Frere Hospital in East London and raised concerns about teenage pregnancy in the province. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Eastern Cape Health HOD Dr. Rolene WagnerBy SAfm

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Police open a docket for alcohol supplied to minors. 6:05

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Eastern Cape police have traced the parents who allegedly supplied alcohol to minors during an incident on Christmas Day in Santini location in the Khothane administrative area. The video, which shows children aged between six and twelve freely drinking while adults watch. It has sparked widespread public outrage and condemnation. Bongiwe Zwane spo…

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Melusi Xulu: NPA challenges are healthy for transparency and accountability. 9:27

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Another legal hurdle has emerged in the process to appoint South Africa's next National Director of Public Prosecutions. An advisory panel and President Cyril Ramaphosa have until today to file court papers opposing an urgent High Court application seeking to halt the appointment. Law firm B Xulu and Partners Incorporated firm argues the selection …

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Police urge revellers: avoid strangers amid rising drink-spiking incidents. 7:00

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The South African Police Service has issued a festive season warning over a surge in drink-spiking incidents linked to organised crime syndicates. Police say young women are being used to lure men at taverns, clubs and concerts, where drinks are spiked before victims are robbed, and in some cases killed. SAPS has also raised concern over women bein…

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Kagiso Phasha: Most fireworks sellers show strong compliance from year-round education. 6:58

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As Johannesburg gears up to ring in the New Year, the City's Emergency Management Services (EMS) is tightening fireworks rules ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations. EMS is conducting emergency and fire safety enforcement operations in the Johannesburg Inner City. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the City of Johannesburg EMS spokesperson Kagiso Phash…

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Port St Johns locals furious over R250 beach access permit. 5:38

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In Port St Johns on the Wild Coast, locals and business owners remain outraged over the R250 vehicle access permit required at the Beach boom gate during peak festive days, insisting public beaches should not be monetised while the municipality defends it as a temporary safety and crowd-control measure. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Nomzwane…

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Israel's Somaliland recognition outrageous but unsurprising: Dr. Hassan Khannenje. 11:08

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South Africa, is the latest country to condemn Israel's recognition of Somaliland. It has warned that it threatens Somalia's sovereignty and the regional stability. Somaliland proclaimed independence from Somalia in 1991, but has failed to win international recognition for its sovereignty. In a statement, Department of International Relations minis…

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Defence Minister Angie Motshekga extends condolences to drowned SANDF members' families. 4:17

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Rescue teams have recovered remains believed to be those of the missing SANDF member on the borderline of Mozambique and South Africa in Komatipoort, Mpumalanga. Two soldiers were swept by the Nkomati river on Christmas Day when they were trying to cross on the low-lying bridge towards the Lebombo border post in a vehicle. The remains were found ab…

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Outlets sell alcohol to minors for profit, parents enable it: Zaid Kalla 8:03

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The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has sent out a strong warning to some liquor restaurant license holders who sell of alcohol to minors. The department say it viewed the continued violation of the Liquor Act with "great disgust", particularly during the festive season when alcohol-related risks increase. Bongiw…

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Miles Bhudu supports Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's relocation if procedures are followed. 8:37

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The Department of Correctional Services has confirmed that high-profile attempted murder accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala has been transferred from Kgosi Mampuru II C-Max in Pretoria to eBongweni Super Maximum Facility in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal.The move, announced earlier, is described by Department of correctional services as routine operational pro…

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COSATU rejects recommended 4.1% salary increase 9:07

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The Congress of South African Trade Unions strongly rejects the Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office Bearers’ recommended 4.1% salary increase for Members of Cabinet, Parliament, Provincial Legislatures, Municipal Councils, various government commissions as well as the Judiciary. For more on this, I am joined on the line by……

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Severe weather conditions impact Eskom networks nationwide 7:50

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Ongoing adverse weather, persisting daily through the festive season, has led to a sharp increase in faults across Eskom’s supply areas nationwide. These conditions are placing significant strain on response times, particularly in areas where access is restricted due to flooding, damaged infrastructure, or unsafe terrain. For more on what the power…