Local Government Elections Date Announced

President Cyril Ramaphosa has today announced that the Local Government Elections will be held on November 4, 2026. GUEST: Dr. Dale McKinley, Political Analyst and Researcher  

Universities South Africa on global talent in South Africa’s universities

Universities South Africa put out a statement noting with concern recent public statements by members of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, calling for detailed disclosures on the employment of foreign academics, particularly those not deemed to possess “scarce skills”. GUE…

#FreedomMonthWrap: Rethinking SA's electoral system in the age of coalitions  

As the country reflects on three decades of democratic rule, the question remains: should South Africa reform its electoral system to better suit an era of coalitions, or does the current model still offer the stability the nation needs? Guest: Prof Steven Friedman - Political analyst and Research…

UPDATE: Edgar Lungu  

Former Zambian President Edgar Lungu’s burial remains unresolved nearly a year after his death, as a fierce legal and political battle between his family and the Zambian government over where and how he should be laid to rest continues. Guest: Khayelihle Khumalo-James, SABC News Reporter

Bheki Cele Making A Political Comeback  

Former Police Minister Bheki Cele, making a political comeback back. Questions about renewal within the African National Congress. Is this a strategic comeback to stabilise KZN, or a sign the party is recycling leadership amid deepening internal divisions? GUEST: Professor Musa Xulu, Cultural Expe…

Jetour to begin Manufacturing in South Africa  

The Motor Industry Staff Association, celebrates Jetour’s announcement that it will begin manufacturing vehicles in South Africa, by leveraging from Chery’s recent acquisition of Nissan’s Rosslyn assembly plant in Gauteng. GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, Motor Industry Staff Association Spokesperson

South Africa’s Mining Sector Expanding

South Africa’s mining sector expanding due to high global demand for critical minerals, the benefits are not reaching local communities.  GUEST: Peter Major, Mining Analyst

March and March Protests: African Diaspora Global Network Reacts  

Another march against undocumented foreigners, crime, and corruption took place in the Johannesburg CBD and Hillbrow today following a two day demonstration by March and March Movement in Gauteng. GUEST: Vusumuzi Sibanda, Chairperson of the African Diaspora Global Network

ANC Northwest Divisions and in-fighting

As we continue building up to the Local Government Elections, it seems divisions and internal strife within the ANC in the North West have intensified over the past few months. GUEST: Mogomotsi Mosheshe, ANC North West, Ward 7 Chairperson

MK Party Gearing Up For Local Government Elections

The MK party says it is gearing up for the upcoming local government elections and has announced party leaders to lead its election campaign in various provinces. In a letter sent to all MK party members, the party secretary, Sibonelo Nomvalo, said the individuals were appointed through consultativ…