COSATU's support for the ANC faces a potential test ahead of the 2026 local government elections, with the federation's affiliates seeking mandates from their members on whether they should back the ANC, the SACP or seek another way forward. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… 

GUEST: Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator

COSATU's support for the ANC faces a potential test ahead of the 2026 local government elections, with the federation's affiliates seeking mandates from their members on whether they should back the ANC, the SACP or seek another way forward. For more on this, I am joined on the line by&hellip;&nbsp;
GUEST: Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator

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COSATU's ANC Support Faces Test 

Yesterday, the US announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will sever every economic lifeline sustaining Iran, as US President, Donald Trump's administration struggles to resolve the war that has pushed energy prices higher. US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, unveiled what he described as an "economic D-Day" that aims to give a final warning to countries to cut their business ties with Iran or risk having key companies and entities cut off from the dollar-based financial system. 

GUEST: Dr. Oscar van Heerden, Senior Research Fellow and Research Associate at the University of Johannesburg’s Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership

Yesterday, the US announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will sever every economic lifeline sustaining Iran, as US President, Donald Trump's administration struggles to resolve the war that has pushed energy prices higher. US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, unveiled what he described as an "economic D-Day" that aims to give a final warning to countries to cut their business ties with Iran or risk having key companies and entities cut off from the dollar-based financial system.&nbsp;
GUEST: Dr. Oscar van Heerden, Senior Research Fellow and Research Associate at the University of Johannesburg&rsquo;s Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership

Global Watch: US unveils ‘economic D-Day’ of sanctions to isolate Iran 

Political parties are increasingly using a mix of traditional media, digital platforms and social media to communicate with voters. As political messaging becomes more targeted and immediate, parties are adapting their strategies to reach different audiences, shape public opinion and drive voter engagement. 

GUEST: Tebogo Ditshego, CEO of Ditshego Media

Political parties are increasingly using a mix of traditional media, digital platforms and social media to communicate with voters. As political messaging becomes more targeted and immediate, parties are adapting their strategies to reach different audiences, shape public opinion and drive voter engagement.&nbsp;
GUEST: Tebogo Ditshego, CEO of Ditshego Media

How Political Parties Are Reaching and Engaging Voters Across Media 

South Africa’s annual inflation eased to 4.3%, offering some relief to consumers after months of elevated price pressures. However, rising global oil prices could threaten this progress by pushing up fuel, transport and other costs. We take a look at  what is driving the latest inflation figure, whether the decline is sustainable, the impact of higher oil prices on households, and what this means for interest rates and the broader economy. 

GUEST: Dawie Roodt, renowned economist and Efficient Group founder

South Africa&rsquo;s annual inflation eased to 4.3%, offering some relief to consumers after months of elevated price pressures. However, rising global oil prices could threaten this progress by pushing up fuel, transport and other costs. We take a look at &nbsp;what is driving the latest inflation figure, whether the decline is sustainable, the impact of higher oil prices on households, and what this means for interest rates and the broader economy.&nbsp;
GUEST: Dawie Roodt, renowned economist and Efficient Group founder

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