 The map of the Middle East is being redrawn by fire and regional fallout. What began as targeted US-Israeli strikes on Iran has transformed into a sprawling regional conflagration that shows no signs of slowing down. With over 500 locations struck across 153 Iranian locations, Tehran is no longer just aiming at military targets. The global consequences are hitting home faster than many anticipated. For a look at whether this is the beginning of a total regional collapse and if there is still a path to the exit ramp, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Mitchell Plitnick, a Middle East Political Snalyst, with a focus on the Israel–Iran dynamics

&nbsp;The map of the Middle East is being redrawn by fire and regional fallout. What began as targeted US-Israeli strikes on Iran has transformed into a sprawling regional conflagration that shows no signs of slowing down. With over 500 locations struck across 153 Iranian locations, Tehran is no longer just aiming at military targets. The global consequences are hitting home faster than many anticipated. For a look at whether this is the beginning of a total regional collapse and if there is still a path to the exit ramp, Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Mitchell Plitnick, a Middle East Political Snalyst, with a focus on the Israel&ndash;Iran dynamics

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

Africa Hour

Africa World Hour 

Middle East Political Analyst, Mitchell Plitnick says Middle East war has prove US more eager to defend Israel than other allies  

The 46th Ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government is underway in Durban, South Africa, at a time when Southern Africa faces significant economic, security and geopolitical challenges.

The Summit comes against a backdrop of persistent instability in parts of the region, youth unemployment, energy insecurity and global economic uncertainty.

To unpack the significance of this year's gathering, Mpho Sithole spoke to independent security analyst Azaniah Mnisi.

The 46th Ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government is underway in Durban, South Africa, at a time when Southern Africa faces significant economic, security and geopolitical challenges.
The Summit comes against a backdrop of persistent instability in parts of the region, youth unemployment, energy insecurity and global economic uncertainty.
To unpack the significance of this year's gathering, Mpho Sithole spoke to independent security analyst Azaniah Mnisi.

46th SADC summit underway in South Africa

As Zambia awaits the final outcome of a closely contested presidential election, the political climate has become increasingly tense following claims that security forces disrupted an alleged insurrection plot involving opposition-linked figures.

The allegations, arrests of senior politicians, concerns over electoral integrity, and counterclaims of political persecution have raised serious questions about democratic governance, the rule of law, and electoral transparency in Zambia.

Mpho Sithole spoke to Maurice Nyambe, Executive Director of Transparency International Zambia to help unpack the implications of these developments and what they mean for the country's democracy.

As Zambia awaits the final outcome of a closely contested presidential election, the political climate has become increasingly tense following claims that security forces disrupted an alleged insurrection plot involving opposition-linked figures.
The allegations, arrests of senior politicians, concerns over electoral integrity, and counterclaims of political persecution have raised serious questions about democratic governance, the rule of law, and electoral transparency in Zambia.
Mpho Sithole spoke to Maurice Nyambe, Executive Director of Transparency International Zambia to help unpack the implications of these developments and what they mean for the country's democracy.

Zambians wait for outcome of presidential election

Save the Children South Africa (SCSA) has welcomed the recent Gauteng High Court developments concerning the effective implementation and maintenance of South Africa's National Child Protection Register.

The organisations says it views the court's findings as a critical turning point for national safeguarding practice and a call to action for every institution that serves children.  

SECTION27 and The Teddy Bear Foundation won the landmark ruling forcing the Department of Social Development to properly maintain the National Child Protection Register to keep children safe from unsuitable educators.

Sisi Segalo has more on the story...

Save the Children South Africa (SCSA) has welcomed the recent Gauteng High Court developments concerning the effective implementation and maintenance of South Africa's National Child Protection Register.
The organisations says it views the court's findings as a critical turning point for national safeguarding practice and a call to action for every institution that serves children. &nbsp;
SECTION27 and The Teddy Bear Foundation won the landmark ruling forcing the Department of Social Development to properly maintain the National Child Protection Register to keep children safe from unsuitable educators.
Sisi Segalo has more on the story...

Middle East Political Analyst, Mitchell Plitnick says Middle East war has prove US more eager to defend Israel than other allies

In 1 playlist(s)

Africa World Hour

Social links

Recent clips