Another brutal killing in KZN highlights GBV in SA

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli has strongly condemned the brutal killing of 25-year-old Ntobeko Cele by her partner, Sibusiso Lawrence, in Durban. In a shocking Facebook confession, Lawrence claimed that cheating and ill-treatment in the relationship drove him to commit the heinous crime. T…

Surge in rubella cases in South Africa

South Africa is experiencing a surge in rubella cases, with over 10,000 laboratory-confirmed cases reported nationwide between January and November 2024. The majority of cases are in children under 15, with Gauteng and the Western Cape provinces being the hardest hit. For the latest Elvis Presslin …

Unpacking some of the top political stories that made headlines in SA this year

As we wrap up our final broadcast for 2024, we're taking a closer look at the top political stories that made headlines in South Africa this year. It's been a seismic year, marked by significant shifts in the country's political landscape. The recent general elections saw the ANC lose its parliamen…

AUBBTA calls for a lasting solution to the crisis in Mozambique

The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association is calling on the governments of South Africa and Mozambique to find a lasting solution to the crisis in Mozambique. The association's chairperson, Phumudzo Mukhwathi, argues that the frequent closure and opening of the Lebombo Border post is causing…

Minister of police to lead Safer Festive Season operations

Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu will today lead the Safer Festive Season operations in KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape, and Western Cape. This collaborative effort aims to provide a safe and secure environment for tourists and locals during the holiday season. For the latest Elvis Presslin spoke t…

Predictions are that EFF MP Mbuyesini Ndlozi will be removed from parliament

Former EFF MP and KZN leader Vusi Khoza says EFF MP Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi will be removed from Parliament before the State of the Nation Address (SONA) next year. This prediction comes on the heels of Khoza's own expulsion from the party for allegedly failing to organize transportation for supporter…

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

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 Limpopo

Tshwane intensifies efforts to combat substation infrastructure vandalism

The City of Tshwane is intensifying its efforts to combat the escalating vandalism of its substation infrastructure, following a recent attack on the SSG Substation in Centurion. The city acknowledges that these criminal acts not only disrupt residents' lives and businesses but also place additiona…

SA & Mozambique take crucial step in strengthening bilateral ties

South Africa and Mozambique have taken a crucial step towards strengthening their bilateral ties, following a meeting between International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola and Mozambique's Minister of Interior, Pascoal Ronda. The two leaders have committed to mitigating disruptions at the Lebombo …

SA's economic outlook 2025 uncertain

South Africa's economic outlook for 2025 is uncertain, according to the North-West University Business School's Policy Uncertainty Index. The index has risen to 65.7, indicating increased uncertainty. To help us make sense of this, Elvis Presslin spoke to Waldo Krugell, Professor of Economics at No…