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President Ramaphosa Warns Poverty Denies Millions Access To Constitutional Justice.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a blunt warning that poverty is denying millions of South Africans their constitutional right to justice. The President was addressing the International Conference on Access to Justice at Sun City, outside Rustenburg in the North West. He says people who cannot afford legal representation are often left powerless against unlawful decisions, employers who abuse them, and those who violate their rights. SABC Reporter, Simthandile Ntobela, attended the conference and compiled this report...
ANC Dismisses Claims Ramaphosa Has Offered To Resign #LGE26
The ANC has dismissed suggestions that its president Cyril Ramaphosa has offered to resign or will be forced to resign, at its meeting in Boksburg east of Johannesburg on Thursday. The ANC's top brass was locked in an Extended Special NEC meeting to discuss its performance during the 2026 local elections. The party dipped from almost 46 percent in the 2021 local polls to just 30 percent in the recently concluded local elections. Ntebo Mokobo has more...
South Africa's Mining Production Falls For Fifth Consecutive Month.
Mining production in South Africa remained under pressure in September, falling 10.7 percent year-on-year. That's slightly better than August's revised 11.7 percent decline but still marked the fifth consecutive month of downturn. According to the latest data released by Stats SA, the weakness was widespread with 10 of the country's 12 mining divisions recording lower output. SABC News Economics Reporter Nosipho Radebe has more…
SADC Health Ministers Call For Stronger Regional Disease Control Efforts.
SADC is facing a renewed battle against HIV, tuberculosis and malaria - with thousands of lives at risk despite years of progress. This has been the message at a meeting of SADC Health Ministers and regional health leaders in Durban. They say stronger health systems and regional cooperation are needed to meet these challenges, as well as the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Gcinokuhle Malinga reports.
Basotho Diaspora Calls For Stronger Economic Cooperation With South Africa.
Basotho living in the diaspora have called on Lesotho and South Africa to strengthen cooperation in support of Lesotho's economic development. This comes as businesspeople and other stakeholders gathered for the Lesotho Diaspora Investment and Trade Summit in South Africa. The annual gathering aims to mobilise diaspora remittances, attract investment and channel resources into domestic trade and job creation. Bonolo Maribe reports...
2026 Matric Exams Progress Well Despite Weather-Related Disruptions
The Department of Basic Education says the 2026 National Senior Certificate exams are progressing smoothly as learners enter the final phase. Provinces have been urged to remain vigilant amid adverse weather, with heat, heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to affect parts of the country including Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West and the Northern Cape. The department has also raised concern about absenteeism, particularly among part-time candidates. Preparations for marking are underway, with marking centres set to open between the 26th and 28th of November and marking to start on the 1st of December. The department has called on all candidates to honour their exam commitments and uphold the integrity of the qualification. Elvis Presslin spoke to Terence Khala, Acting Director for Communication and Research at the Department of Basic Education...
KZN Police Search for Suspects after Station Commander was Killed in Greytown.
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for suspects who shot and killed a Station Commander in Greytown. Police say the Colonel was responding to a business robbery when suspects fled in a Toyota Quantum. KZN police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda says Police and private security chased them along the R33 towards Msinga, where a shootout broke out. Two suspects were shot dead, while another was arrested after being injured. A Sergeant was also wounded in the arm. Police say several suspects remain at large. Colonel Robert Netshiunda has more
Bafana Bafana Face Kenya in AFCON Qualifier in Soweto.
Bafana Bafana are first up at 6 o'clock in Soweto. they play Kenya in an African Cup of Nations qualifier. Much has been made of the fact that Kenya are coached by Benni McCarthy, but the additional complication is that Kenya are already penciled in for Afcon as hosts, as captain Ronwen Williams knows. SAfm sports Anchor Janet Whitton has more
Gauteng Health Department warns residents as Malaria cases and deaths rise.
The Gauteng Department of Health is urging residents to remain alert to malaria, following an increase in cases and deaths in the province. The department says between January and September this year, Gauteng recorded 768 cases and 17 deaths, compared to 554 cases and six deaths during the same period last year. The department says 15 of those who died had travelled to countries within the SADC region, with Mozambique accounting for approximately 59 percent of the deaths. Residents travelling to malaria-endemic areas are urged to take precautions and seek medical attention if they develop symptoms.
FF Plus Unfazed By Possible Exclusion from Left-Led Coalitions #LGE26
SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila says left-wing parties must unite to keep the DA and Freedom Front Plus out of power in councils. Mapaila was speaking in Boksburg where the Council of the Left called for a united front among parties voted for by the African majority. The bloc, which includes the SACP, MK Party, EFF, PAC, AZAPO and Afrika Mayibuye Movement, won close to 20 percent in the recent local elections. The organisations say they are holding coalition talks with other parties independently while keeping each other updated on negotiations. For reaction Elvis Presslin spoke to Freedom Front Plus leader, Dr. Corné Mulder...
Gender Equality Commission Calls for Action on GBV Case Delays.
The Commission for Gender Equality will today meet with Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga to address major gaps in South Africa's response to gender-based violence and femicide. The urgent engagement follows the Commission's investigations across Mpumalanga, the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal that uncovered severe forensic backlogs, delayed prosecutions and weak survivour support. Commissioners say existing laws are falling short due to poor coordination and a lack of accountability across government departments. Today's meeting will focus on fixing institutional bottlenecks and securing sustainable funding for specialised survivour services. Elvis Presslin spoke to Javu Baloyi, Spokesperson for the Commission for Gender Equality...
Council Of The Left Parties Agree To Work Together #LGE26
SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila says left-wing parties must unite to keep the DA and Freedom Front Plus out of power in councils. Mapaila was speaking in Boksburg where the Council of the Left called for a united front among parties voted for by the African majority. The bloc, which includes the SACP, MK Party, EFF, PAC, AZAPO and Afrika Mayibuye Movement, won close to 20 percent in the recent local elections. The organisations say they are holding coalition talks with other parties independently while keeping each other updated on negotiations. For reaction Elvis Presslin spoke to SACP acting national spokesperson, Mhlekwa Nxumalo
Gauteng TB Caucus Calls For Wider Screening And Healthcare to prevent deaths from pneumonia and tuberculosis
As South Africa marks World Pneumonia Day, the Gauteng Provincial Legislature's TB Caucus is sounding the alarm over the continued toll of preventable respiratory diseases. Despite pneumonia being both preventable and treatable, thousands of lives are still lost due to delayed diagnosis, poor access to healthcare, poverty, inadequate vaccination coverage and persistent inequalities. The Caucus is calling for stronger interventions to improve prevention, early detection and treatment, particularly among vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and people living with compromised immune systems. It also stresses the critical link between pneumonia, tuberculosis (TB), HIV, air pollution, smoking and poor living conditions, arguing that a coordinated public health response is essential to reduce avoidable deaths and strengthen community resilience. Elvis Presslin spoke to the Chairperson of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature TB Caucus, Dr Bandile Masuku...
Victor Kgomoeswana Unpacks Africa's Latest Economic Developments
Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo
Swimming South Africa Surprised by Tatjana Smith's Move to Netherlands.
Swimming South Africa has reacted with surprise following the news that the country's most decorated Olympian, Tatjana Smith has switched allegiance to the Netherlands. Two-time Olympic champion, Smith cited lack of administrative and financial support amongst the reasons for her decision. Our reporter, Vincent Sitsula has the details.
Court Reserves Judgment on Malema's Continued JSC Membership.
Judgment has been reserved in the Helen Suzman Foundation's challenge to EFF leader Julius Malema's continued service on the Judicial Service Commission. The Western Cape High Court heard arguments on whether Speaker Thoko Didiza should have acted on Malema's alleged attacks on the judiciary. Foundation attorney Jason Whyte says the case is about protecting the integrity of the JSC and public confidence in judicial appointments.
Mpumalanga Church Leaders Oppose Proposed Self-Regulation Framework.
Some church leaders in Mpumalanga are continuing to oppose plans to introduce a self-regulatory framework for pastors and churches. This comes as the CRL Commission's Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector continues with the public hearings at the Ehlanzeni District Municipality. The committee is proposing a framework aimed at promoting ethical conduct in churches and ensuring that pastors are held accountable for activities within their congregations. Nonkululeko Shongwe filed this report...
PRASA Reports Billions in Irregular Expenditure Despite Unqualified Audit.
Despite the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa having obtained an unqualified audit for the 2025/26 financial year, it has incurred an irregular expenditure amounting to billions of rand. Abongwe Kobokana reports.
City Power Accelerates Mayfair Substation Upgrade Following Repeated Fires and Outages.
Johannesburg's City Power says repairs at the crippled Mayfair substation are at an advanced stage. Some blacked-out areas are expected to get electricity back soon. The site suffered a secondary explosion on Monday evening while technicians scrambled to fix an initial power outage. The resulting blackout has hit parts of Auckland Park, Melville and Brixton, severely disrupting transmission at the SABC and impacting operations at Garden City Hospital. City Power Group Head of Operations Noel Maso told our senior producer Ronald Phiri that technicians are prioritising these critical institutions as they gradually bring the grid back online...
GBV Activist Warns Power Imbalances May Silence Harassment Victims in Legal Profession.
The National Prosecuting Authority, NPA is probing sexual harassment claims against Senior Counsel Garth Hulley. Its Sexual Offences Unit is assessing the case, while People Opposing Women Abuse will support the complainant, after the Randburg Magistrates Court granted an interim protection order. Elvis Presslin spoke to Kwanele Foundation Founder and GBV activist, Sihle Sibisi.
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