The Casual Workers Advice Office says it has been flooded with calls from migrant workers who were allegedly dismissed, threatened or denied rights as anti-immigration sentiments rise in workplaces. The non-profit organization that provides free legal advice and organizing support to precarious workers says migrant workers were reportedly told not to return on the day of the marches, some receiving termination notices and left without pay or accommodation. The organisation says employers are exploiting the climate to target migrant and vulnerable workers and stressed that immigration status cannot be used to break labour law. We spoke to Andile Nyembezi, from the Casual Workers' Advice Office.

The Casual Workers Advice Office says it has been flooded with calls from migrant workers who were allegedly dismissed, threatened or denied rights as anti-immigration sentiments rise in workplaces. The non-profit organization that provides free legal advice and organizing support to precarious workers says migrant workers were reportedly told not to return on the day of the marches, some receiving termination notices and left without pay or accommodation. The organisation says employers are exploiting the climate to target migrant and vulnerable workers and stressed that immigration status cannot be used to break labour law. We spoke to Andile Nyembezi, from the Casual Workers' Advice Office.

 The Casual Workers Advice Office flooded with calls from migrant workers seeking help

A new digital tool is aiming to change the way South Africans respond to crime and emergencies. The Crime Emergency App has been launched as a public safety initiative designed to make it easier for communities to report incidents in real time, connect with authorities, and ultimately improve response times. As concerns around crime and personal safety remain high across the country, this app could play a critical role in strengthening coordination between citizens and law enforcement. We spoke to  Crime Emergency App Innovator,Mapula Mailula.

A new digital tool is aiming to change the way South Africans respond to crime and emergencies. The Crime Emergency App has been launched as a public safety initiative designed to make it easier for communities to report incidents in real time, connect with authorities, and ultimately improve response times. As concerns around crime and personal safety remain high across the country, this app could play a critical role in strengthening coordination between citizens and law enforcement. We spoke to&nbsp; Crime Emergency App Innovator,Mapula Mailula.

 New App to tackle crime in South Africa introduced

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The Constitutional Court has ruled the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town failed to meet their constitutional obligation to provide affordable housing when they sold the Tafelberg site in Sea Point in 2015. The court said the decision perpetuated apartheid spatial patterns and that land in well-located areas must be used for housing with access to transport, jobs and services. Provincial Infrastructure Minister, Tertuis Simmers says the province respects the judgment and will engage stakeholders to comply within the set timeframes. 

The Constitutional Court has ruled the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town failed to meet their constitutional obligation to provide affordable housing when they sold the Tafelberg site in Sea Point in 2015. The court said the decision perpetuated apartheid spatial patterns and that land in well-located areas must be used for housing with access to transport, jobs and services. Provincial Infrastructure Minister, Tertuis Simmers says the province respects the judgment and will engage stakeholders to comply within the set timeframes.&nbsp;

Con-Court rules that the Western Cape Government failed to meet their obligation to provide affordable housing

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The International Relations Department (DIRCO) says it will assess Nigeria's request for compensation after its citizens allegedly abandoned properties during Tuesday's protests against undocumented immigration. Nigeria has told citizens to document assets left behind as over 600 people have been repatriated, with hundreds more awaiting return. For legal analysis on the matter, we spoke to Lynette Cherry Singh, Founder and Managing Director at Cherry-Singh Incorporated.

The International Relations Department (DIRCO) says it will assess Nigeria's request for compensation after its citizens allegedly abandoned properties during Tuesday's protests against undocumented immigration. Nigeria has told citizens to document assets left behind as over 600 people have been repatriated, with hundreds more awaiting return. For legal analysis on the matter, we spoke to Lynette Cherry Singh, Founder and Managing Director at Cherry-Singh Incorporated.

 DIRCO to evaluate issues raised by Nigeria regarding compensation for properties abandoned by its citizens during anti-immigration protests

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A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back

A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back

A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana

South Africa's 2026 tax filing season officially opened yesterday, and the South African Institute of Taxation is urging taxpayers to take note of several important changes. SARS is continuing its shift toward a more advanced digital system, aimed at improving accuracy, reducing fraud, and making the filing process more efficient. However, with these improvements come tighter compliance requirements, meaning taxpayers need to be more vigilant than ever to ensure their returns are accurate and up to date. For more we are now joined on the line by Gert van Heerden,  Head Technical Practitioner Relations & Support at The South African Institute of Taxation SAIT

South Africa's 2026 tax filing season officially opened yesterday, and the South African Institute of Taxation is urging taxpayers to take note of several important changes. SARS is continuing its shift toward a more advanced digital system, aimed at improving accuracy, reducing fraud, and making the filing process more efficient. However, with these improvements come tighter compliance requirements, meaning taxpayers need to be more vigilant than ever to ensure their returns are accurate and up to date. For more we are now joined on the line by Gert van Heerden, &nbsp;Head Technical Practitioner Relations &amp; Support at The South African Institute of Taxation SAIT

South Africa's 2026 tax filing season officially opened 

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation has condemned President Ramaphosa's appointment of Dina Pule as Social Development Minister. It also wants urgent clarity on reports of a meeting in India involving former President Jacob Zuma, Ajay Gupta and South Africa's High Commissioner. The Foundation says ethical leadership and accountability are needed to strengthen democratic institutions. For more we are now joined on the line by Neeshan Bolton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation has condemned President Ramaphosa's appointment of Dina Pule as Social Development Minister. It also wants urgent clarity on reports of a meeting in India involving former President Jacob Zuma, Ajay Gupta and South Africa's High Commissioner. The Foundation says ethical leadership and accountability are needed to strengthen democratic institutions. For more we are now joined on the line by Neeshan Bolton, Executive Director of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

 President Ramaphosa condemned over the appointment of Dina Pule as Social Development Minister.

The Gardee family is taking the South African Police Service to court for R19 million. They are claiming damages for pain and suffering after the kidnapping and murder of their daughter, Hillary Gardee. Court papers allege a police vehicle was used in the crime. For the latest we're joined by EFF Mpumalanga leader and Gardee family spokesperson, Collen Sedibe

The Gardee family is taking the South African Police Service to court for R19 million. They are claiming damages for pain and suffering after the kidnapping and murder of their daughter, Hillary Gardee. Court papers allege a police vehicle was used in the crime. For the latest we're joined by EFF Mpumalanga leader and Gardee family spokesperson, Collen Sedibe

The Gaardee family seeks 19 million from SAPS

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President Cyril Ramaphosa swore in new Ministers and Deputy Ministers at the Union Buildings in Pretoria yesterday. The changes come as the DA starts its GNU tenure amid reported internal tensions, after leader Geordin Hill-Lewis requested several executive changes. The party has also condemned President Ramaphosa's decision to reappoint Dina Pule to Cabinet. For more we're joined by DA national spokesperson, Jan De Villiers

President Cyril Ramaphosa swore in new Ministers and Deputy Ministers at the Union Buildings in Pretoria yesterday. The changes come as the DA starts its GNU tenure amid reported internal tensions, after leader Geordin Hill-Lewis requested several executive changes. The party has also condemned President Ramaphosa's decision to reappoint Dina Pule to Cabinet. For more we're joined by DA national spokesperson, Jan De Villiers

DA welcomes cabinet reshuffle 

The national squad Bafana Bafana is due to touch down at OR Tambo International shortly after returning from a historic FIFA World Cup in the Americas. For the first time, Bafana made it to the knockout stage before bowing out to co-hosts Canada in the round of 32. Bafana supporters and the media are already at the airport to welcome them home. We now crossover live to SABC Senior Sport Reporter, Thando Mxoli, who is at OR Tambo this morning with all the arrival reaction as they come through

The national squad Bafana Bafana is due to touch down at OR Tambo International shortly after returning from a historic FIFA World Cup in the Americas. For the first time, Bafana made it to the knockout stage before bowing out to co-hosts Canada in the round of 32. Bafana supporters and the media are already at the airport to welcome them home. We now crossover live to SABC Senior Sport Reporter, Thando Mxoli, who is at OR Tambo this morning with all the arrival reaction as they come through

BAFANA comes home to a heroes welcome  

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