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This evening we look at local markets setting new records, reflect on Old Mutual's interim results, and unpack HSBC's decision to exit South Africa after nearly three decades. We also chat to Regent Business School about its latest offering – and in our SME segment, we take a look at a youth-led business finding a unique way to deal with commercial…

Monday next week will see the launch of the Green Hydrogen Centre of Specialisation that has been achieved through a strategic collaboration between Chemical Industries and Education and Training Authority, Mining Qualifications Authority and Transport Education Training Authority. The partnership between these three institutions will produce train…

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, met with his U.S. counterpart, Secretary of State, Antony Blinken on the margins of UN General Assembly in New York yesterday. Minister Lamola described the meeting as a constructive engagement and further stated that the relationship South Africa and the US have is dynamic and consta…

Earlier on we got reaction from Mbekezeli Benjamin, Research and Advocacy Officer of the Judges Matter Campaign on the Western Cape High Court’s judgment barring MK Party’s John Hlophe from any Judicial Services Commission activities. To help us understand the judgment, I am joined on the line by legal analyst, Melusi Xulu… GUEST: Melusi Xulu, Lega…

The parking ticket process has for many years been a pain point for many shoppers. From losing a ticket, to forgetting to go to the pay station, getting to the boom-gate after your free parking time has expired, we’ve all experienced the pain of parking tickets. Millions of South Africans can now breathe a sigh of relief as the new ticketless parki…

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation released a statement earlier today reacting to the return of over 40 freedom fighters' remains from exile. The repatriation initiative is part of a broader effort to bring the remains of freedom fighters who died in exile to their final resting places. Ahmed Kathrada Foundation’s Comunication’s manager, Anele Gcwabe jo…

The Centre for Development and Enterprise says President Cyril Ramaphosa must urgently appoint a retired judge to conduct an inquiry into the National Prosecution Authority and its leadership, performance, structure and independence. This is one of the recommendations contained in their new report titled “Agenda 2024: Priorities for South Africa’s …

Post today’s homecoming ceremony for South African freedom fighters who lost their lives in Zambia and Zimbabwe during the apartheid era. We look at the historical relations between South Africa and Zimbabwe, highlighting the seminal role that was played by Zimbabwe during our liberation struggle. Joining us for this conversation is….. GUEST: David…

We dissect the findings of Democracy @30, a groundbreaking study marking thirty years of democracy in South Africa. The study was commissioned by the Human Sciences Research Council and conducted in partnership with the University of Free State. GUEST: Dr Mokhantso Makoae, Research Director in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State research d…

Former Judge President of the Western Cape High Court, Dr John Hlophe has been barred from taking up a seat at the Judicial Service Commission. The Western Cape High Court handed down its judgment earlier today. You may recall that the Democratic Alliance led an urgent application brought by several advocacy groups to prevent Hlophe from serving on…

The Western Cape High Court has granted an urgent interdict in favour of the DA to stop the designation of MK Parliamentary leader Dr, John Hlophe to serve on the Judicial Service Commission. The High Court made the ruling today in a virtual sitting. This after the DA launched the urgent interdict application about three weeks ago. Bongiwe Zwane sp…

The South African Weather Service says light snow can be expected over the Drakensberg this coming weekend. The expected snowfall will follow a similar trend, starting in the Western Cape early on Sunday morning spreading eastward towards KwaZulu-Natal by Monday morning. The snowfall is expected to clear up in the Western Cape and western parts of …

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially handed over the mortal remains of some heroes and heroines to their families at a homecoming ceremony at Freedom Park, Pretoria. He says these freedom fighters fought for the liberation of this country. They include former ANC secretary general, Duma Nokwe, former PAC leader, Edwin Letsholo Makoti and others…

The leader of the Democratic Alliance in Gauteng, Solly Msimanga says relations between the party and the ANC remain cordial at national level despite the sacking of now former mayor of Tshwane, Cilliers Brink. Msimang, together with Brink and DA MMC's have been addressing the media following the successful vote of no confidence in Brink yesterday.…

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead a historic ceremony today at the Freedom Park Heritage Site and Museum in Pretoria to honour 42 South African freedom fighters who lost their lives in Zambia and Zimbabwe during Apartheid. The repatriation and restitution homecoming ceremony follows the arrival of the mortal remains of these liberation heroes and…

The South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU) has welcomed the ousting of Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink, following a vote of no confidence spearheaded by the ANC and backed by ActionSA. 120 councillors supported Brink's removal, while 87 opposed it, and one councillor abstained. The dramatic shift in the city's leadership comes after ActionSA se…

Protests are set to unfold in Hartbeespoort, North West, as the Harties Shutdown Movement organizes a shutdown due to allegations of racism. At the heart of the issue are claims by black business owners that their white counterparts are intentionally sabotaging their operations. The shutdown follows a surge in threats and violent attacks targeting …

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of LimpopoOleh SAfm

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For our Municipal Watch feature today we turn our focus on the state of municipalities in the Free State. Some of them have not been able to file their financial statements to the Auditor General. On the other hand, a lack of water provision and electricity is still a major problem as resident do call into this show on a weekly basis to talk about …

Earlier this month, we received a couple of calls from entrepreneurs complaining about the devastating impact of late payments from the government to their business. We reached out to the Department of Treasury in Kwa-Zulu Natal to give them the opportunity to respond to the challenges they are facing the provincial budget and how they will find wa…

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Today, we tell you more about the School of Hard Knocks and its tremendous role in tackling trauma and improving emotional wellbeing of young people through sport. GUEST: Dr Jon Hunter-Parsonage, Chief Executive Officer @School of Hard Knocks (SoHK)Oleh SAfm

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The interviews during the 2024 GEMS Symposium will strategically focus on the theme of "Identifying Priorities for Effective Coverage Indicators – responding to the health needs." The significant impact of health promotion and disease prevention on overall health is frequently overlooked and given little attention in the pursuit of Universal Health…

A third suspect in the ongoing Steinhoff case, Gerhardus Burger, pleaded guilty to insider trading after selling over 39,000 Steinhoff shares before the company's collapse. Gerhardus Burger appeared before the Pretoria Specialised Crimes Court earlier today, following his arrest by the Hawks. Author of Steinheist, Rob Rose joins me on the line to u…

The Gauteng Health Department has come under fire for paying R3.9 million to seven Cuban doctors who had already left the country, continuing to receive salaries for an entire year due to a glaring administrative blunder. DA Shadow MEC for Health in Gauteng, Jack Bloom joins me on the line to give us more details on this… GUEST: Jack Bloom, DA Shad…

President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Felix Tshisekedi has urged the global community to impose sanctions on Rwanda for allegedly supporting M23 rebel group. Tshisekedi made this call yesterday when addressing the 79th UN General Assembly in New York. But is he likely to receive any form of support on this? To help us unlock the complexitie…

With our country’s Government of National Unity having recently marked its 100th day in office. We hear from the National Council of Provinces as its members are currently gathering in Sandton, hosting its strategic planning session as part of planning for the 7th Parliament priorities. Joining us to outline the objectives of the National Assembly …

As we are about to wrap up Heritage Month. We chat to Christian Martin about the status of the Khoi and San communities in South Africa. Martin argues that the Khoi and San communities continue to face socio-economic exclusion as they are not considered Black or African under the Employment Equity Act and other statutes such as BBB-EE. GUEST: Chris…

Cilliers Brink: motion of no-confidence (Reaction from DA in Tshwane) City of Tshwane Mayor, Cilliers Brink faced yet another motion to remove him from office after the ANC in Tshwane filed a motion of no-confidence against him, saying it has lost confidence in the ability of the Executive Mayor to lead the metro. GUEST: Kwena Moloto, DA Tshwane Sp…

ANC in Tshwane filed a motion of no-confidence against City of Tshwane Mayor, Cilliers Brink. GUEST: George Matjila, ANC Tshwane Regional SecretaryOleh SAfm

A 79-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the controversial Steinhoff matter is expected to appear before the Pretoria Specialised Crimes Court. According to the Hawks, the arrest emanates from an ongoing investigation into Steinhoff. His arrest follows the arrest of Stephanus Johannes Grobler who has since been released on bail and is due …

Action SA says it intends on cutting its 'umbilical cord' with the DA today during a council meeting that will see Tshwane Mayor, Cilliers Brink face an ANC sponsored motion of no confidence. Party president, Herman Mashaba accuses the DA of trying to back stab the party in the back by allegedly trying to oust ActionSA from the multiparty coalition…

The Khathorus Shop Owners Association and Gauteng Department of Economic Development intermediary, Family Tree Holdings, have released a joint statement rubbishing allegations leveled against the two entities by spaza shop owners in Kahlehong, east of Johannesburg. Earlier this week, Update@Noon spoke to Build One South Africa leader, Mmusi Maimane…

Total employment increased by 42 000 or 0,4% quarter-on-quarter, from 10-million 674-thousand in March 2024 to 10-million 716-thousand in June 2024. According to Stats SA this is largely due to an increase in Community Services industry with 92 000 or 3,1%. However, there was a decrease in Manufacturing, Business services, Mining, Transport, Trade …

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) will today march to Parliament to protest against the non-compliance of security companies. These companies, some with government contracts, have reportedly failed to provide essential benefits like pension funds and medical insurance to security workers. NUMSA's national spokesperson, Phak…

The Executive Director of the Rural and Farmworkers Development Organization, Billy Claasen has strongly condemned the actions of Lutzville farmer Christoffel Stoman, who allegedly ran over 6-year-old Khwezi Jantjies, accusing him of stealing fruit. The incident left the young boy with both legs broken. Claasen is demanding the full force of the la…

The Budget Justice Coalition says the impending budget cuts to Basic Education will put the most vulnerable students at risk. This warning comes after Minister Siviwe Gwarube revealed that seven provincial education departments will be unable to cover their budgets by 2027/28. The coalition is strongly criticizing the government's austerity measure…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) is staging a protest today outside Tshwane House in a show of support for Executive Mayor Cilliers Brink and his administration. This comes as a motion of no confidence against Brink is set to be debated later today. The ANC and other opposition parties say they have lost faith in Brink's leadership, citing service deli…

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