Bafana Bafana opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a losing note. A nine men Bafana Bafana side  team lost 2-nil to co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the tournament last night. South Africa conceded a goal in each half, and their bad record of failing to win their opening match of the World Cup continues. Bafana Bafana have now failed to win their opening match in four tournaments. For a review on last night's match we're joined by former Bafana Bafana captain and 1996 AFCON winner, Mr. Neil Tovey and sport executive plus former professional player, Mr. Thulaganyo Gaoshubelwe. Gentlemen, thanks for being here. Let's start with your immediate take on how Bafana performed against Mexico

Bafana Bafana opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a losing note. A nine men Bafana Bafana side &nbsp;team lost 2-nil to co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the tournament last night. South Africa conceded a goal in each half, and their bad record of failing to win their opening match of the World Cup continues. Bafana Bafana have now failed to win their opening match in four tournaments. For a review on last night's match we're joined by former Bafana Bafana captain and 1996 AFCON winner, Mr. Neil Tovey and sport executive plus former professional player, Mr. Thulaganyo Gaoshubelwe. Gentlemen, thanks for being here. Let's start with your immediate take on how Bafana performed against Mexico

Bafana criticized for their defensive approach against Mexico

The Black Business Unity has raised concerns over growing illegal economic activity in South Africa's townships, informal settlements and urban canters. The group says unregulated trade is hurting compliant businesses, cutting government revenue and slowing local development. The BBU is calling for stronger enforcement of existing laws to protect legitimate operators. For more we're joined by Michael Maloyi, National Public Relations Officer for Black Business Unity

The Black Business Unity has raised concerns over growing illegal economic activity in South Africa's townships, informal settlements and urban canters. The group says unregulated trade is hurting compliant businesses, cutting government revenue and slowing local development. The BBU is calling for stronger enforcement of existing laws to protect legitimate operators. For more we're joined by Michael Maloyi, National Public Relations Officer for Black Business Unity

Concerns raised over growing economic activity in SA townships

Time to take a look at the current top African economic stories.....We are joined on the line by Victor Kgomoesoana, 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 Limpopo

Time to take a look at the current top African economic stories.....We are joined on the line by Victor Kgomoesoana, author of &nbsp;"Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

AFRICA BRIEF : Stories making economic headlines across the continent

Scores of Nigerians have been repatriated from South Africa. Ahead of the departure, groups of Nigerian nationals gathered at their embassy in Pretoria for registration, documentation checks, and final travel arrangements. The process comes at a sensitive time, with migrant communities in South Africa facing heightened tensions and renewed debate around migration, safety, and integration. To help us unpack the implications of what has now taken place, both in terms of diplomacy and the lived experiences of those affected, we are joined by Dr. ABC Okokoh, President of the Ohaneze Ndi-Igbo South Africa Chapter

Scores of Nigerians have been repatriated from South Africa. Ahead of the departure, groups of Nigerian nationals gathered at their embassy in Pretoria for registration, documentation checks, and final travel arrangements. The process comes at a sensitive time, with migrant communities in South Africa facing heightened tensions and renewed debate around migration, safety, and integration. To help us unpack the implications of what has now taken place, both in terms of diplomacy and the lived experiences of those affected, we are joined by Dr. ABC Okokoh, President of the Ohaneze Ndi-Igbo South Africa Chapter

Scores of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa 

Victims of disasters in Impendle, KwaZulu-Natal are set to receive permanent houses after years in temporary shelters. KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma is expected to handover completed homes today. Over 2,400 houses have been finished so far, with more still under construction. MEC Duma joins us on the line...

Victims of disasters in Impendle, KwaZulu-Natal are set to receive permanent houses after years in temporary shelters. KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma is expected to handover completed homes today. Over 2,400 houses have been finished so far, with more still under construction. MEC Duma joins us on the line...

Victims of disasters in Impendle, KwaZulu-Natal are set to receive permanent houses 

Gauteng police are investigating a mass shooting at Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg. Twelve people were killed and at least nine others injured after heavily armed suspects opened fire on residents. Rise Mzansi has called for greater accountability and reform in the security sector. Rise Mzansi Joburg mayoral candidate, Lukhona Mnguni joins us now to discuss restoring safety and trust in vulnerable communities

Gauteng police are investigating a mass shooting at Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg. Twelve people were killed and at least nine others injured after heavily armed suspects opened fire on residents. Rise Mzansi has called for greater accountability and reform in the security sector. Rise Mzansi Joburg mayoral candidate, Lukhona Mnguni joins us now to discuss restoring safety and trust in vulnerable communities

Rise Mzansi calls for greater accountability in the security sector, following mass shooting

Think Tank and Advocacy group Lex Libertas has written to Home Affairs Minister, Dr. Leon Schreiber over concerns about the proposed digital ID system. The group says thousands of public submissions have been received opposing the plan, citing risks around data security and oversight. Lex Libertas argues mandatory logging of verifications and broad powers for the Director-General could enable future abuse. For more we're joined by Dr. Ernst Roets, Executive Director of Lex Libertas

Think Tank and Advocacy group Lex Libertas has written to Home Affairs Minister, Dr. Leon Schreiber over concerns about the proposed digital ID system. The group says thousands of public submissions have been received opposing the plan, citing risks around data security and oversight. Lex Libertas argues mandatory logging of verifications and broad powers for the Director-General could enable future abuse. For more we're joined by Dr. Ernst Roets, Executive Director of Lex Libertas

Concerns raised over the proposed digital ID system by department of Home Affairs

The ANCYL and other organisation will today picket at Cartrack's Rosebank office calling for Justice for Gcina Dhladhla who died at the vehicle tracking company. Twenty-nine-year-old Gcina reportedly collapsed and died in a bathroom cubicle. The cause of death is still pending a formal autopsy result. Organisers are calling for public solidarity with her family. We're joined now by Oscar Kanyane, ANCYL Johannesburg Regional Spokesperson

The ANCYL and other organisation will today picket at Cartrack's Rosebank office calling for Justice for Gcina Dhladhla who died at the vehicle tracking company. Twenty-nine-year-old Gcina reportedly collapsed and died in a bathroom cubicle. The cause of death is still pending a formal autopsy result. Organisers are calling for public solidarity with her family. We're joined now by Oscar Kanyane, ANCYL Johannesburg Regional Spokesperson

ANCYL to picket  at Cartrack  offices calling for Justice for Gcina Dhladhla who died on duty 

Bafana Bafana face co-host Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today in Mexico City. South African fans who arrived this week say they are confident ahead of the encounter. The match marks South Africa's return to the tournament's opening fixture on foreign soil. We're joined on the line now by South African legendary football superfan Joy Chauke, better known as Mama Joy

Bafana Bafana face co-host Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup today in Mexico City. South African fans who arrived this week say they are confident ahead of the encounter. The match marks South Africa's return to the tournament's opening fixture on foreign soil. We're joined on the line now by South African legendary football superfan Joy Chauke, better known as Mama Joy

Mama Joy wishing Bafana all the best against Mexico on the World Cup opening game

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee says threats to his life, laid bare at the Madlanga Commission will not deter his work. Court papers claim Tax Justice South Africa founder, Abramjee was threatened in WhatsApp messages involving senior police official Major-General Feroz Khan and tobacco figure Mohamed Sayed. The messages followed Abramjee's exposure of cigarette brands allegedly avoiding tax. He told producer Tracey Boomgaard the threats strengthen his resolve to expose corruption and the illicit economy

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee says threats to his life, laid bare at the Madlanga Commission will not deter his work. Court papers claim Tax Justice South Africa founder, Abramjee was threatened in WhatsApp messages involving senior police official Major-General Feroz Khan and tobacco figure Mohamed Sayed. The messages followed Abramjee's exposure of cigarette brands allegedly avoiding tax. He told producer Tracey Boomgaard the threats strengthen his resolve to expose corruption and the illicit economy

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee says threats to his life, will not deter his work

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