Sexual abuse is often spoken about—but not always fully understood. When we talk about survivors, the focus is usually on women and children. But there’s another reality that remains largely hidden, uncomfortable, and often dismissed: men who have been sexually assaulted or abused by women.
For many of these men, the trauma is compounded by silence—by stigma, disbelief, and the pressure to conform to ideas of masculinity that say men cannot be victims. Some are laughed off, others are told they should have wanted it, and many never speak at all. Tonight, we open up a difficult but necessary conversation. What does abuse look like from a male perspective? Why is it so hard for men to come forward? And what happens when society refuses to see them as survivors?

Sexual abuse is often spoken about&mdash;but not always&nbsp;fully understood.&nbsp;When we talk about survivors, the focus is usually on&nbsp;women and children. But there&rsquo;s another reality that&nbsp;remains largely hidden, uncomfortable, and often&nbsp;dismissed: men who have been sexually assaulted or&nbsp;abused by women. For many of these men, the trauma is compounded by silence&mdash;by stigma, disbelief, and the pressure to conform to ideas of masculinity that say men cannot be victims. Some are laughed off, others are told they&nbsp;should have wanted it, and many never speak at all.&nbsp;Tonight, we open up a difficult but necessary&nbsp;conversation. What does abuse look like from a male&nbsp;perspective? Why is it so hard for men to come&nbsp;forward? And what happens when society refuses to&nbsp;see them as survivors?

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: The Silence Around Male Survivors

A fresh chapter in the Phala Phala saga is raising serious questions about the rule of law—and whether it was followed at the highest levels of policing. A newly released report by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate has found that members of the Presidential Protection Service conducted what it describes as an unlawful, off-the-books investigation into the 2020 burglary at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm. According to the report, no formal criminal case was
ever opened, despite the theft of large sums of foreign currency. Instead, officers allegedly used state
resources to track suspects across provinces and even beyond South Africa’s borders—without proper
authorisation or legal process. The findings raise troubling questions about how such a significant case could bypass standard procedures. And while the report details alleged misconduct by
senior officers, it stops short of answering one of the biggest questions: what did the President know?
As political and legal pressure mounts, tonight we unpack what this report reveals—and what it could
mean for accountability within law enforcement and the presidency.

A fresh chapter in the Phala Phala saga is raising&nbsp;serious questions about the rule of law&mdash;and whether&nbsp;it was followed at the highest levels of policing.&nbsp;A newly released report by the Independent Police&nbsp;Investigative Directorate has found that members of&nbsp;the Presidential Protection Service conducted what it&nbsp;describes as an unlawful, off-the-books investigation&nbsp;into the 2020 burglary at President Cyril Ramaphosa&rsquo;s&nbsp;Phala Phala farm.&nbsp;According to the report, no formal criminal case was ever opened, despite the theft of large sums of foreign&nbsp;currency. Instead, officers allegedly used state resources to track suspects across provinces and&nbsp;even beyond South Africa&rsquo;s borders&mdash;without proper authorisation or legal process.&nbsp;The findings raise troubling questions about how such&nbsp;a significant case could bypass standard procedures.&nbsp;And while the report details alleged misconduct by senior officers, it stops short of answering one of the&nbsp;biggest questions: what did the President know? As political and legal pressure mounts, tonight we&nbsp;unpack what this report reveals&mdash;and what it could mean for accountability within law enforcement and&nbsp;the presidency.

Phala Phala Fallout: IPID Report Raises New  Questions ( ATM’s Vuyo Zungula )

What should South African children learn about their past—and who gets to decide? Government has opened the door to a major shift in how history is taught in schools, with Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube proposing a new curriculum that places Africa at the centre of the story. The draft, now open for public comment, suggests teaching South African history from before 1652, and shifting focus away from topics like the American civil rights movement, towards Africa’s own liberation struggles. It’s a move some say is long overdue—part of a broader effort to decolonise education and ensure that learners understand their own history first. But others are asking whether this risks narrowing perspectives, or even politicising what is taught in classrooms. So tonight, we ask: should South Africa rewrite its history curriculum to be more African-centred—or should it remain globally balanced? What does a truly inclusive history look like?

What should South African children learn about their past&mdash;and who gets to decide? Government has opened the door to a major shift in how history is taught in schools, with Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube proposing a new curriculum that places Africa at the centre of the story. The draft, now open for public comment, suggests teaching South African history from before 1652, and shifting focus away from topics like the American civil rights movement, towards Africa&rsquo;s own liberation struggles. It&rsquo;s a move some say is long overdue&mdash;part of a broader effort to decolonise&nbsp;education and ensure that learners understand their&nbsp;own history first.&nbsp;But others are asking whether this risks narrowing&nbsp;perspectives, or even politicising what is taught in&nbsp;classrooms.&nbsp;So tonight, we ask: should South Africa rewrite its&nbsp;history curriculum to be more African-centred&mdash;or&nbsp;should it remain globally balanced? What does a&nbsp;truly inclusive history look like?

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Rewriting the Past: Should South Africa Change Its History Curriculum?

Cape Town is often described as one of the most beautiful cities in the world—but for many who live
there, it is becoming increasingly unlivable. In the heart of the city, just minutes from the ocean, modern apartment blocks stand tall—sleek, desirable, and out of reach for the very people who work there. Instead, many of these homes are being reserved for tourists, with short-term rentals dominating the market. In some parts of the city centre, as much as 70 percent of residential housing is now used for visitors rather than residents. For thousands of Capetonians, this has meant being
pushed further and further out—away from jobs, schools, and essential services—into long daily
commutes that can stretch for hours. Critics argue that this is not just an economic issue, but a
continuation of spatial inequality rooted in apartheid, where people of colour were forced to the margins of the city. City leaders, including Geordin Hill-Lewis, say tourism is vital to the economy, bringing in jobs and billions in revenue. But for many residents, the question is becoming unavoidable: who is Cape Town really being built for?

Cape Town is often described as one of the most&nbsp;beautiful cities in the world&mdash;but for many who live there, it is becoming increasingly unlivable. In the heart of the city, just minutes from the ocean, modern apartment blocks stand tall&mdash;sleek, desirable,&nbsp;and out of reach for the very people who work there.&nbsp;Instead, many of these homes are being reserved for&nbsp;tourists, with short-term rentals dominating the&nbsp;market. In some parts of the city centre, as much as 70&nbsp;percent of residential housing is now used for visitors&nbsp;rather than residents.&nbsp;For thousands of Capetonians, this has meant being pushed further and further out&mdash;away from jobs,&nbsp;schools, and essential services&mdash;into long daily commutes that can stretch for hours. Critics argue&nbsp;that this is not just an economic issue, but a continuation of spatial inequality rooted in apartheid,&nbsp;where people of colour were forced to the margins of&nbsp;the city.&nbsp;City leaders, including Geordin Hill-Lewis, say tourism&nbsp;is vital to the economy, bringing in jobs and billions in&nbsp;revenue. But for many residents, the question is&nbsp;becoming unavoidable: who is Cape Town really being&nbsp;built for?

A City for Tourists? Inside Cape Town’s Housing  Crisis ( JOHNATHAN KOLHER - CEO - Landsdowne Property Group )

A senior government minister is under mounting pressure tonight, facing serious allegations that strike at the heart of accountability and transparency in public office. ActionSA has laid criminal charges against Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe, accusing her of misleading Parliament and failing to declare luxury gifts reportedly worth close to a million rand. The controversy centres on two SUVs allegedly received from Chinese officials. While the Minister told Parliament the vehicles were donated to the ANC Women’s League, that claim is now being disputed. The league says it has no record of the vehicles, and reports suggest they were instead registered in the names of the Minister’s children—with one already sold. ActionSA has now taken the matter further, opening a
criminal case, and filing complaints with both the Public Protector and Parliament’s Ethics Committee.
Tonight, the questions are stark: was this a failure of disclosure—or something far more serious? And what does this say about accountability at the highest levels of government?

A senior government minister is under mounting&nbsp;pressure tonight, facing serious allegations that strike&nbsp;at the heart of accountability and transparency in&nbsp;public office.&nbsp;ActionSA has laid criminal charges against Social&nbsp;Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe, accusing her of&nbsp;misleading Parliament and failing to declare luxury&nbsp;gifts reportedly worth close to a million rand.&nbsp;The controversy centres on two SUVs allegedly&nbsp;received from Chinese officials. While the Minister told&nbsp;Parliament the vehicles were donated to the ANC&nbsp;Women&rsquo;s League, that claim is now being disputed.&nbsp;The league says it has no record of the vehicles, and&nbsp;reports suggest they were instead registered in the&nbsp;names of the Minister&rsquo;s children&mdash;with one already&nbsp;sold.&nbsp;ActionSA has now taken the matter further, opening a criminal case, and filing complaints with both the&nbsp;Public Protector and Parliament&rsquo;s Ethics Committee. Tonight, the questions are stark: was this a failure of&nbsp;disclosure&mdash;or something far more serious? And what&nbsp;does this say about accountability at the highest&nbsp;levels of government?

Gifts, Power and Accountability: The Tolashe  Controversy ( ACTION SA - Dereleen James MP )

The race for leadership within the Democratic Alliance is heating up ahead of its highly anticipated federal congress this weekend—and a new contender is stepping forward with confidence and conviction. Sedibeng Caucus leader Sibusiso Dyonase has declared his intention to run for the party’s top position, saying, “I have trained myself for this moment.” It’s a bold statement as he prepares to go head-to-head with Geordin Hill-Lewis, one of the party’s most prominent and established leaders. The congress, set to take place in Midrand, is expected to shape the future direction of the DA at a time when South Africa’s political landscape is shifting rapidly. Dyonase says his journey within the party has equipped him for the challenge, and he is placing his faith in what he describes as a fair and open internal process—one that allows leaders to step forward and be tested. But beyond the contest itself lies a bigger question: what kind of leadership does the DA need right now? As Dyonase speaks of unity, youth engagement, and reaching underserved communities, the spotlight is
not just on who wins—but on how the party positions itself in a country hungry for service delivery and
political renewal.

The race for leadership within the Democratic Alliance&nbsp;is heating up ahead of its highly anticipated federal&nbsp;congress this weekend&mdash;and a new contender is&nbsp;stepping forward with confidence and conviction.&nbsp;Sedibeng Caucus leader Sibusiso Dyonase has&nbsp;declared his intention to run for the party&rsquo;s top&nbsp;position, saying, &ldquo;I have trained myself for this&nbsp;moment.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s a bold statement as he prepares to go&nbsp;head-to-head with Geordin Hill-Lewis, one of the&nbsp;party&rsquo;s most prominent and established leaders.&nbsp;The congress, set to take place in Midrand, is&nbsp;expected to shape the future direction of the DA at a&nbsp;time when South Africa&rsquo;s political landscape is&nbsp;shifting rapidly. Dyonase says his journey within the&nbsp;party has equipped him for the challenge, and he is&nbsp;placing his faith in what he describes as a fair and&nbsp;open internal process&mdash;one that allows leaders to step&nbsp;forward and be tested.&nbsp;But beyond the contest itself lies a bigger question:&nbsp;what kind of leadership does the DA need right now?&nbsp;As Dyonase speaks of unity, youth engagement, and&nbsp;reaching underserved communities, the spotlight is not just on who wins&mdash;but on how the party positions&nbsp;itself in a country hungry for service delivery and political renewal.

Battle for the DA: Dyonase Throws His Hat into the  Ring ( SIBUSISO DYONASE DA LEADERSHIP CANDIDATE )

Losing a parent is one of the most profound losses many of us will ever face. It shakes the foundation of who we are, how we see the world, and how we connect with others. But what we don’t often talk
about is how that loss quietly seeps into our romantic relationships—how it changes the way we love, the way we trust, and even the way we show up for our partners. For some, grief creates distance—walls built out of pain, silence, and the fear of losing someone again. For others, it deepens connection, creating a longing for closeness, reassurance, and emotional safety. Some relationships survive the storm, while others struggle under the weight of unspoken grief. Tonight, we explore this deeply human experience. How does losing a parent reshape the way we love? Can grief bring people closer, or does it slowly pull them apart? And how do couples navigate a loss that changes everything—often without warning?

Losing a parent is one of the most profound losses&nbsp;many of us will ever face. It shakes the foundation of&nbsp;who we are, how we see the world, and how we&nbsp;connect with others. But what we don&rsquo;t often talk about is how that loss quietly seeps into our romantic relationships&mdash;how it changes the way we love, the way we trust, and even the way we show up for our partners. For some, grief creates distance&mdash;walls built out of pain, silence, and the fear of losing someone again. For others, it deepens connection, creating a longing for closeness, reassurance, and emotional safety.&nbsp;Some relationships survive the storm, while others&nbsp;struggle under the weight of unspoken grief.&nbsp;Tonight, we explore this deeply human experience.&nbsp;How does losing a parent reshape the way we love?&nbsp;Can grief bring people closer, or does it slowly pull&nbsp;them apart? And how do couples navigate a loss that&nbsp;changes everything&mdash;often without warning?

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Grief doesn’t just take away the people we love—it  changes the people we become

South Africa is on the brink of one of its biggest immigration overhauls since democracy. Cabinet has
approved a sweeping Immigration White Paper that could fundamentally change who gets to enter, live, and work in the country. From stricter asylum rules to a proposed points-based system that favours skilled migrants, government says the changes are about protecting national security while boosting the economy. But critics warn this could shut the door on vulnerable people seeking
refuge, and deepen tensions around foreign nationals already living in South Africa. So what exactly is changing, who stands to benefit — and who could be left behind?

South Africa is on the brink of one of its biggest&nbsp;immigration overhauls since democracy. Cabinet has approved a sweeping Immigration White Paper that&nbsp;could fundamentally change who gets to enter, live,&nbsp;and work in the country.&nbsp;From stricter asylum rules to a proposed points-based&nbsp;system that favours skilled migrants, government&nbsp;says the changes are about protecting national&nbsp;security while boosting the economy. But critics warn&nbsp;this could shut the door on vulnerable people seeking refuge, and deepen tensions around foreign nationals&nbsp;already living in South Africa.&nbsp;So what exactly is changing, who stands to benefit &mdash;&nbsp;and who could be left behind?

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: South Africa’s Immigration White Paper

The crisis at the University of Fort Hare is once again raising serious and uncomfortable questions—this time not just about corruption, but about leadership, accountability, and the cost of trying to clean up a troubled institution. For years, Fort Hare has been at the centre of allegations involving deep-rooted governance failures, a battle that has already come at a devastating price, including the loss of lives linked to efforts to root out corruption. Against this backdrop, those tasked with reforming the institution have often found themselves walking a dangerous path. Now, the suspension of Vice-Chancellor Sakhela Buhlungu has added a new layer of controversy. This, despite findings from an internal report that reportedly cleared him of wrongdoing. Critics argue that what is at issue may be no more than a procedural lapse—one that was identified and corrected.

The crisis at the University of Fort Hare is once again&nbsp;raising serious and uncomfortable questions&mdash;this&nbsp;time not just about corruption, but about leadership,&nbsp;accountability, and the cost of trying to clean up a&nbsp;troubled institution.&nbsp;For years, Fort Hare has been at the centre of&nbsp;allegations involving deep-rooted governance failures,&nbsp;a battle that has already come at a devastating price,&nbsp;including the loss of lives linked to efforts to root out&nbsp;corruption. Against this backdrop, those tasked with&nbsp;reforming the institution have often found themselves&nbsp;walking a dangerous path.&nbsp;Now, the suspension of Vice-Chancellor Sakhela&nbsp;Buhlungu has added a new layer of controversy. This,&nbsp;despite findings from an internal report that reportedly&nbsp;cleared him of wrongdoing. Critics argue that what is&nbsp;at issue may be no more than a procedural lapse&mdash;one that was identified and corrected.

Fort Hare in Crisis: Who Pays the Price for Fighting  Corruption? ( TEBOGO KHAAS - PUBLIC INTEREST CEO )

South Africa has taken a major step forward in the fight against HIV, but not without setbacks. The
country’s first batch of the groundbreaking twice-a-year HIV prevention injection, lenacapavir, has finally landed at OR Tambo International Airport — weeks behind schedule and with fewer doses than expected. Backed by funding from the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria and approved by South African Health Products Regulatory Authority, this new form of PrEP could dramatically reduce new infections. But delays in shipment, regulatory hurdles, and post-import testing now mean South Africans will have to wait even longer for a rollout that was meant to begin this month. Tonight, we unpack what this delay means for a country still battling one of the world’s largest HIV epidemics — and whether this scientific breakthrough can still change the course of history.

South Africa has taken a major step forward in the&nbsp;fight against HIV, but not without setbacks. The country&rsquo;s first batch of the groundbreaking twice-a-year HIV prevention injection, lenacapavir, has finally&nbsp;landed at OR Tambo International Airport &mdash; weeks&nbsp;behind schedule and with fewer doses than expected.&nbsp;Backed by funding from the Global Fund to Fight&nbsp;AIDS, TB and Malaria and approved by South African&nbsp;Health Products Regulatory Authority, this new form&nbsp;of PrEP could dramatically reduce new infections. But&nbsp;delays in shipment, regulatory hurdles, and post-import testing now mean South Africans will have to&nbsp;wait even longer for a rollout that was meant to begin&nbsp;this month. Tonight, we unpack what this delay means&nbsp;for a country still battling one of the world&rsquo;s largest&nbsp;HIV epidemics &mdash; and whether this scientific&nbsp;breakthrough can still change the course of history.

Mia Milan - Editor in Chief and Executive Director at Bhekisisa Center for Health Journalism

METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope

METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope

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