The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says the South African economy will only grow by a projected 0.1% this year. It expects weak growth due to load-shedding, as well as the weaker commodity prices and external environment. However, the IMF expects growth to rebound in the medium term, although only to about 1.5% per year, with income per capita likely to stagnate.  Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Waldo Krugell is a Professor in Economics at the North-West University.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says the South African economy will only grow by a projected 0.1% this year. It expects weak growth due to load-shedding, as well as the weaker commodity prices and external environment. However, the IMF expects growth to rebound in the medium term, although only to about 1.5% per year, with income per capita likely to stagnate.  Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Waldo Krugell is a Professor in Economics at the North-West University.

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Radio Drama is the theatre of the mind, a journey full of trials and tribulations, a rollercoaster ride of emotions that life throws at us. These stories are a true reflection of our diverse country. We are introduced to the lives of diverse communities as they live their lives and push through challenges. The characters’ lives are full of life with a combination of love and genuine warmth as well as hatred, envy, and contempt for one another.

These stories are gracefully acted by professionals in the field and are written by different writers. Radio Drama series explores the lives, loves, and emotions of the community of different people from all walks of life as they define themselves and find their place in the changing South Africa. All the drama series have fictional towns and places exploring different economic, religious, and cultural differences faced by the community of that place. The drama could be positioned in a township, a suburb, or a village to explore and speak on challenges ordinary citizens go through. At the end of it all, they triumph, and these stories aim to inform, educate, and entertain the public.

Radio Drama is the theatre of the mind, a journey full of trials and tribulations, a rollercoaster ride of emotions that life throws at us. These stories are a true reflection of our diverse country. We are introduced to the lives of diverse communities as they live their lives and push through challenges. The characters’ lives are full of life with a combination of love and genuine warmth as well as hatred, envy, and contempt for one another.
These stories are gracefully acted by professionals in the field and are written by different writers. Radio Drama series explores the lives, loves, and emotions of the community of different people from all walks of life as they define themselves and find their place in the changing South Africa. All the drama series have fictional towns and places exploring different economic, religious, and cultural differences faced by the community of that place. The drama could be positioned in a township, a suburb, or a village to explore and speak on challenges ordinary citizens go through. At the end of it all, they triumph, and these stories aim to inform, educate, and entertain the public.

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News and Current Affairs Show hosted by award-winning presenter Sakina Kamwendo, on weekdays from noon to 1pm on SAfm 104-107fm. 

News and Current Affairs Show hosted by award-winning presenter Sakina Kamwendo, on weekdays from noon to 1pm on SAfm 104-107fm.

International Monetary Fund projects that SA's economy will only see  0.1% growth this year

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has announced its intention to investigate what South Africans pay for mobile and broadband services. The regulator says high communication costs continue to affect low-income households, rural communities and young people. The market inquiry will examine the reasons behind these costs and their impact on consumers. ICASA will also consider possible regulatory measures to make telecommunications more affordable and accessible. To help us unpack what this inquiry could mean for consumers, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Duncan McLeod, founder and managing editor of TechCentral

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has announced its intention to investigate what South Africans pay for mobile and broadband services. The regulator says high communication costs continue to affect low-income households, rural communities and young people. The market inquiry will examine the reasons behind these costs and their impact on consumers. ICASA will also consider possible regulatory measures to make telecommunications more affordable and accessible. To help us unpack what this inquiry could mean for consumers, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Duncan McLeod, founder and managing editor of TechCentral

Duncan McLeod says ICASA’s market inquiry could test whether consumers are getting fair value for their mobile data and broadband prices. 

Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane has opened an investigation into the injury to a SAPS K9 at one of the service’s training and veterinary facilities. The exact extent of K9 Sky’s injuries is not clear at this stage; however, Sky is currently receiving veterinary care. The Acting National Commissioner has directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including Sky’s accommodation, supervision, care and compliance with applicable procedures and standards. National Police spokesperson is Athlenda Mathe 

Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane has opened an investigation into the injury to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3VKhnoCGfw">SAPS K9</a> at one of the service&rsquo;s training and veterinary facilities. The exact extent of K9 Sky&rsquo;s injuries is not clear at this stage; however, Sky is currently receiving veterinary care. The Acting National Commissioner has directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including Sky&rsquo;s accommodation, supervision, care and compliance with applicable procedures and standards. National&nbsp;Police spokesperson is Athlenda Mathe&nbsp;

Acting National Police Commissioner Dimpane orders probe into injured SAPS K9 dog

The family of the late Black Consciousness Movement leader, Steve Biko, has welcomed the Gqeberha High Court's ruling to temporarily halt inquest proceedings into his death. The family filed an urgent application to halt proceedings in order to obtain critical affidavits and documents from the 1977 inquest and the archives of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. This was intended to afford the family sufficient time to adequately prepare for cross examination of the witnesses and persons of interest in the inquest. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Biko's Family Lawyer Ngqiqo Sakhela 

The family of the late Black Consciousness Movement leader, Steve Biko, has welcomed the Gqeberha High Court's ruling to temporarily halt inquest proceedings into his death. The family filed an urgent application to halt proceedings in order to obtain critical affidavits and documents from the 1977 inquest and the archives of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. This was intended to afford the family sufficient time to adequately prepare for cross examination of the witnesses and persons of interest in the inquest. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Biko's Family Lawyer Ngqiqo Sakhela&nbsp;

International Monetary Fund projects that SA's economy will only see 0.1% growth this year

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