US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing for Nationals of 75 Countries

The United States government has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, a major expansion of its immigration restrictions. The decision, announced by the State Department on January 14, 2026, will take effect on January 21, 2026, and is part of…

Uganda’s Long Serving President Museveni Seeks to Extend Rule Amid Tense, Heavily Policed Election Under Internet Blackout

Uganda’s national election on Thursday was marked by tension, heavy security, and a government‑imposed internet blackout as President Yoweri Museveni in power since 1986 sought to extend his rule into a fifth decade. The vote has drawn international scrutiny, allegations of repression, and fears of…

Illicit cigarette trade forces BAT SA to shut SA manufacturing operation

BAT South Africa (BATSA) today announced it will cease local production of factory manufactured cigarettes (FMC) and close its sole South African manufacturing facility by the end of 2026, because of the devastating impact of the illicit cigarette trade on the local market. Thabiso Tema spoke to Da…

Khumalo Says Misinformation Campaign Targeted His Anti Corruption Reforms at Crime Intelligence

Lieutenant‑General Dumisani Khumalo, head of the South African Police Service’s Crime Intelligence division, told Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday that he has been the target of a “well‑orchestrated misinformation campaign” as a result of decisions he made to clean up fraud and corruption …

The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) has intensified its response to the ongoing surge in Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) cases in the province

Since the onset of the outbreak in Gauteng, 286 857 animals have been vaccinated, while 128 925 animals have undergone controlled slaughter at FMD-designated abattoirs. To date, 173 cases have been confirmed across the province. Of these, three cases have been closed following depopulation, while t…

CONVERSATIONS TO AVOID ON THE FAMILY TABLE THIS CHRISTMAS

Clementine Mabena is joined by Life coach, Mookho Mhlayivana

CRISTMAS MENU – MAIN COURSE IDEAS

Clementine Mabena is joined by self-taught chef, MalumFoodie

Madlanga report to be handed over: Reflecting on the work of the Commission on inquiry Director and Head of Projects at Accountability Advocate Paul Hoffman.

Thabiso Tema is in conversation with, Director and Head of Projects at Accountability Advocate Paul Hoffman.

Calls for safe initiations: EC summer initiation death toll rises to 17

Thabiso Tema was in conversation with Velenkosini Hlabisa,The Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) in South Africa. 

ThabisoTema is in conversation with comedian, radio personality, and actor, Skhumbuzo Hlophe

ThabisoTema is in conversation with comedian, radio personality, and actor, Skhumbuzo Hlophe.