While Parliament is yet to pass the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill, widely known as the Coalitions Bill - there are concerns in some quarters about the instability of coalition governments.   This comes as a number of municipalities are hung with no political party securing a majority of the votes cast, following this year's local government elections. Some political parties are also expected to enter into coalition negotiations soon. For more we speak to our reporter  Zara Groenewald.

While Parliament is yet to pass the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill, widely known as the Coalitions Bill - there are concerns in some quarters about the instability of coalition governments. &nbsp; This comes as a number of municipalities are hung with no political party securing a majority of the votes cast, following this year's local government elections. Some political parties are also expected to enter into coalition negotiations soon. For more we speak to our reporter &nbsp;Zara Groenewald.

All eyes on possible political party coalitions 

With more than 98% of the votes counted in the 2026  local government the IEC looks set to release the outcomes tomorrow afternoon. The ANC is still in the lead nationally with almost 31% of the vote, followed by the DA with 24.55 percent  and the MK-party in third place with almost 10% of the vote. This means that parties needs to start looking at coalition government. A coalition government occur when multiple political parties cooperate to form a legislature, usually because no single party won an outright majority. While common in proportional representation systems, the mechanics, stability, and cultural approaches to coalitions vary dramatically across the country. Joining us for this discussion we spoke to Independent political analyst, Raobaka Kalaote, CSIR Engineer Carike Karsten and SABC Research editot Dr Ronesh Dhawraj.

With more than 98% of the votes counted in the 2026 &nbsp;local government the IEC looks set to release the outcomes tomorrow afternoon. The ANC is still in the lead nationally with almost 31% of the vote, followed by the DA with 24.55 percent &nbsp;and the MK-party in third place with almost 10% of the vote. This means that parties needs to start looking at coalition government. A coalition government occur when multiple political parties cooperate to form a legislature, usually because no single party won an outright majority. While common in proportional representation systems, the mechanics, stability, and cultural approaches to coalitions vary dramatically across the country. Joining us for this discussion we spoke to Independent political analyst, Raobaka Kalaote, CSIR Engineer Carike Karsten and SABC Research editot Dr Ronesh Dhawraj.

Political  parties expected to start coalition negotiations soon

Some observers say that the IEC succeeded in conducting free and fair local government elections in 2026; from voting to counting. This comes a the IEC has just concluded counting of the voting results. For more we spoke to Terry Tselane - Executive Chairman of the Institute of Election Management Services in Africa (IEMSA)

Some observers say that the IEC succeeded in conducting free and fair local government elections in 2026; from voting to counting. This comes a the IEC has just concluded counting of the voting results. For more we spoke to Terry Tselane - Executive Chairman of the Institute of Election Management Services in Africa (IEMSA)

Observers say IEC succeeded in conducting free and fair local government elections in 2026

A number of political parties have stepped into the limelight following the 2026 Local Goverment Elections. While the final, official results are scheduled to be announced by the IEC on Sunday evening (8 November), the star performers of the polls are clear.  While some come as no surprise, such as the DA and arguably ActionSA and the Mkhonto weSizwe Party, others like the South African Communist Party and Patriotic Alliance have blindsided commentators. Senior Political Journalist Busi Bopela reports.

A number of political parties have stepped into the limelight following the 2026 Local Goverment Elections. While the final, official results are scheduled to be announced by the IEC on Sunday evening (8 November), the star performers of the polls are clear. &nbsp;While some come as no surprise, such as the DA and arguably ActionSA and the Mkhonto weSizwe Party, others like the South African Communist Party and Patriotic Alliance have blindsided commentators. Senior Political Journalist Busi Bopela reports.

A number of political parties  step into the limelight 

The Electoral Commission (IEC) in Gauteng yesterday deployed more data capturers to speed up the election results capturing process. This after the IEC confirmed it was falling behind in finalizing Joburg's municipal election results due to the sheer volume of ballots being processed. IEC'S Deputy CEO Masego Sheburi says they hope to conclude everything this morning 

The Electoral Commission (IEC) in Gauteng yesterday deployed more data capturers to speed up the election results capturing process. This after the IEC confirmed it was falling behind in finalizing Joburg's municipal election results due to the sheer volume of ballots being processed. IEC'S Deputy CEO Masego Sheburi says they hope to conclude everything this morning&nbsp;

IEC pushes to conclude vote counting 

Democrats have secured control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in a sweeping midterm election victory in the United States of America. The results set the stage for a potentially difficult final two years of Donald Trump's presidency, with Democrats now in a position to scrutinize his administration and challenge his policies. While political parties remain divided over the formation of the next government in Israel. Ditaba Tsotetsi has more.

We also spoke to International Relations expert, Prof Siphamandla Zondi

Democrats have secured control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in a sweeping midterm election victory in the United States of America. The results set the stage for a potentially difficult final two years of Donald Trump's presidency, with Democrats now in a position to scrutinize his administration and challenge his policies. While political parties remain divided over the formation of the next government in Israel. Ditaba Tsotetsi has more.
We also spoke to International Relations expert, Prof Siphamandla Zondi

 A look at the shift of power in the US and Israel following elections

As South Africa debates tighter cellphone controls in schools, the bigger question is not only how much time children spend on their phones, but what they are doing with that time. Smartphones can distract learners, but they can also place curriculum-aligned lessons, practice activities and exam preparation in their hands. A Stellenbosch University study has found that teenagers spend an average of three hours and 17 minutes a day on their smartphones, while almost all take their devices to school. According to James Lees, CEO of Advantage Learn, the question is not simply whether to allow or ban devices, but how parents, schools and learners can use them for learning while protecting learners' focus, wellbeing and online safety. We spoke to James Lees, CEO of Advantage Learn 

As South Africa debates tighter cellphone controls in schools, the bigger question is not only how much time children spend on their phones, but what they are doing with that time. Smartphones can distract learners, but they can also place curriculum-aligned lessons, practice activities and exam preparation in their hands. A Stellenbosch University study has found that teenagers spend an average of three hours and 17 minutes a day on their smartphones, while almost all take their devices to school. According to James Lees, CEO of Advantage Learn, the question is not simply whether to allow or ban devices, but how parents, schools and learners can use them for learning while protecting learners' focus, wellbeing and online safety. We spoke to James Lees, CEO of Advantage Learn&nbsp;

Are kids using their phones to the best of their abilities?

With local government elections just a few hours away, over 29 million registered voters will decide on the control of councils across the country. Political parties have criss-crossed the country doing door-to-door campaigns, elections rallies have been held, debates have been conducted and elections manifestos launched...now its almost time for you, the voter to make your mark. Challenges are vast and huge, from decaying municipal infrastructure in many municipalities to the lack of provision of basic services such as water and refuse collection to crime, immigration challenges and the high cost of living while unemployment ravages many homes and communities, the question remains, what will shape your mark at the ballot box. We earlier caught up with the Director for the Centre for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution at the Nelson Mandela University, Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast   together with Lindiwe Mazibuko, Founder and CEO of Futurelect, a non-profit, non-partisan organisation committed to strengthening democracies in Africa 

With local government elections just a few hours away, over 29 million registered voters will decide on the control of councils across the country. Political parties have criss-crossed the country doing door-to-door campaigns, elections rallies have been held, debates have been conducted and elections manifestos launched...now its almost time for you, the voter to make your mark. Challenges are vast and huge, from decaying municipal infrastructure in many municipalities to the lack of provision of basic services such as water and refuse collection to crime, immigration challenges and the high cost of living while unemployment ravages many homes and communities, the question remains, what will shape your mark at the ballot box. We earlier caught up with the Director for the Centre for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution at the Nelson Mandela University, Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast &nbsp; together with Lindiwe Mazibuko, Founder and CEO of Futurelect, a non-profit, non-partisan organisation committed to strengthening democracies in Africa&nbsp;

Voters Prepare to Cast Their Vote in the Local Government Elections 

Former IDAC Head, Advocate Andrea Johnson and former Deputy Head of Crime Intelligence, Feroz Khan have been granted bail of R10 000 each. This after the pair appeared briefly in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on charges of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm (Johnson as an accessory after the fact), and defeating the administration of justice. In addition, Johnson also faces a charge of contravening the National Prosecuting Authority Act. For analysis on the matter Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr. Mxolisi Mathebula, crime and policing expert.

Former IDAC Head, Advocate Andrea Johnson and former Deputy Head of Crime Intelligence, Feroz Khan have been granted bail of R10 000 each. This after the pair appeared briefly in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on charges of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm (Johnson as an accessory after the fact), and defeating the administration of justice. In addition, Johnson also faces a charge of contravening the National Prosecuting Authority Act.&nbsp;For analysis on the matter Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr. Mxolisi Mathebula, crime and policing expert.

Analysis on arrest of former IDAC Head, Advocate Andrea Johnson and former Deputy Head of Crime Intelligence, Feroz Khan 

The 2030 Reading Panel's 2026 report featuring findings from the Department of Basic Education's (DBE) Funda Uphumelele National Survey, has revelaed that only 30% of learners in Grades 1–3 are reading at grade level in their home language, while 15% of Grade 3 learners cannot read a single word.  According to the DP World & Motus Community Trust, these findings highlight the urgent need for sustained reading support in children's earliest school years. In helping to address this need, the DP World & Motus Community Trust  opened its 100th library at Katlehong Primary School in Gauteng this week. The Trust says the milestone offers an opportunity to explore how access to books, supported by active reading programmes and community involvement, can help strengthen children's literacy. To discuss this further Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Berenice Francis, Group Executive for Risk, Sustainability and People at Motus Group 



 

 

 

The 2030 Reading Panel's 2026 report featuring findings from the Department of Basic Education's (DBE) Funda Uphumelele National Survey, has revelaed that only 30% of learners in Grades 1&ndash;3 are reading at grade level in their home language, while 15% of Grade 3 learners cannot read a single word. &nbsp;According to the DP World &amp; Motus Community Trust, these findings highlight the urgent need for sustained reading support in children's earliest school years. In helping to address this need, the DP World &amp; Motus Community Trust &nbsp;opened its 100th library at Katlehong Primary School in Gauteng this week. The Trust says the milestone offers an opportunity to explore how access to books, supported by active reading programmes and community involvement, can help strengthen children's literacy. To discuss this further Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Berenice Francis, Group Executive for Risk, Sustainability and People at Motus Group&nbsp; 
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Libraries and access to books can help strengthen children's literacy

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