Nco Dube joins us to examine two political developments: AfriForum and Solidarity's lobbying efforts in Washington, the narratives shaping America's position towards South Africa and the potential economic consequences of losing AGOA benefits, followed by the ANC's declining electoral support, the changing opposition landscape and what the latest local government election results reveal about voter dissatisfaction and political accountability.

22:21

Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga joins us to unpack the ANC's declining support and the changing political landscape following the 2026 Local Government Elections, questions surrounding the IEC's handling of the electoral process, and the implications of the United States' decision to withdraw South Africa's AGOA trade benefits.

22:34

As changing weather patterns, flooding and cross-border travel complicate malaria prevention in southern Africa, Dr Taneshka Kruger joins us to examine the rising number of travel-associated infections, the role of scientific research and environmental intelligence in predicting malaria risks, and what governments, healthcare professionals and communities must do differently to move the region closer to malaria elimination.

18:21