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AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: ADOPTION POLITICS: WHO GETS TO ADOPT?
Adoption is meant to be a hopeful path for children without families — a chance for love, security, and belonging. Today, we ask: Is adoption becoming a privilege reserved for the few who can afford it? How are economic inequalities shaping who gets to build families through adoption?
HAWKS SPOKESPERSON CHRISTOPHER SINGO
Shadow Forces: The Arrests Behind a Colonel’s Killing Lieutenant-Colonel Frans Mathipa, a senior Hawks investigator, was assassinated in August 2023 — gunned down by a sniper near Hammanskraal. He was probing the alleged kidnapping of a man suspected of financing ISIS operations in the region.
International Relations Expert - Dr Oscar van Heerden
Missiles and Warnings: The Iran–Israel Crisis Escalates. In the early hours of Monday morning, Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles toward Israel — a sharp and dangerous escalation in an already tense standoff. This comes just hours after U.S. airstrikes reportedly hit key Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: JOURNALISTS AND THEIR MENTAL HEALTH STORIES
Behind every breaking story, every headline, and every frontline report — there’s a human being. And today, we turn the spotlight on them. They cover the worst of the worst — crime scenes, conflict zones, political chaos, natural disasters, and human suffering. Day after day, they show up with a mic, a pen, a camera — and carry the weight of other people’s trauma, often with little time to process their own. But what does that do to their minds? Their emotions? Their mental health? Today we’re asking the question few in the newsroom ever say out loud: How are journalists really doing?
FLOYD ANNOUNCES CONSULTATIONS TO FORM POLITICAL PARTY ( INDEPENDENT POLITICAL ANALYST - JAMIE MYTIE )
Floyd Shivambu, known for his fiery rhetoric and controversial political moves, is reportedly eyeing the launch of his own political party. After being removed from his leadership role in the MK Party over an unauthorized visit to fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri, Shivambu isn’t backing down. In fact, insiders say he’s gearing up to build his own political vehicle, aiming to carve out space in an already tense and competitive political landscape.
HERMAN MASHABA ON SHAMILA BATOHI ( ACTION SA LEADER HERMAN MASHABA )
First, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba is making waves again—this time, for calling out what he describes as the moral and operational failures of the National Prosecuting Authority under Advocate Shamila Batohi. These discussions come as Batohi faces intense pressure from across the political spectrum—EFF, DA, ActionSA, MK Party, and UDM—for her handling of high-profile cases and allegations that the NPA has been 'infiltrated'.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: One Nation, Many Tribes: Bridging the Divide
Whether we admit it or not, tribal identity still plays a big role in our society. You hear it in casual conversations, political debates, even in how opportunities are distributed — sometimes subtly, sometimes not so subtly. But where does this deep-rooted tribal consciousness come from? And how does it still affect our national unity? Tribalism in South Africa didn’t start yesterday. It goes back centuries — to pre-colonial times when communities were organized around ethnic groups with their own languages, cultures, and leaders.
IS THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT COMPROMISING TECH LEARNING? ( Matome Chiloane - Gauteng MEC for Education and Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation )
As the world moves faster into a digital age, South Africa is working hard to ensure our children are not left behind. Coding, robotics, IT — these aren’t luxuries anymore. They’re essential skills. And Gauteng, being the economic powerhouse of the country, has taken steps to integrate technology into our school system. But there’s a serious snag — we don’t have enough qualified teachers to actually teach these skills.
RESCUE WORKERS FACE THREATS FROM SO-CALLED WATER MAFIA ( Ali Sablay - Gift of the Givers )
As communities across Mthatha and surrounding areas begin to rebuild after the devastating floods that claimed the lives of at least 90 people, we’re now learning of another troubling layer to this crisis. Humanitarian workers from Gift of the Givers, who’ve been tirelessly delivering life-saving water to those affected, have received threats — reportedly from individuals linked to what's being called the Water Mafia. These are groups that profit from water tanker contracts with municipalities, and it seems they see aid efforts as a threat to their income.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: WORKPLACE AND CYBER BULLYING
Tonight, we’re shining a light on a silent epidemic — one that doesn’t leave bruises you can see, but wounds that cut just as deep. Workplace bullying. It’s subtle, it’s insidious, and for far too many, it’s a daily reality. From constant criticism and humiliation to exclusion and intimidation, the effects can be devastating — leading to anxiety, depression, burnout, even PTSD.
Sihle Lonzi, Youth Command Convenor
Tonight, the Economic Freedom Fighters are in mourning — and so is the nation. Twelve EFF members have been confirmed dead after a devastating crash on the R34 near Vryheid in KwaZulu-Natal. They were returning from a Youth Day rally in Umlazi when their journey ended in tragedy — a head-on collision between a bus and a truck.
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, and Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, are today visiting Wards 1 and 5 of the Impendle Local Municipality — areas hardest hit by the recent heavy rains and floods.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: The Mindset and Mental Health Crisis Among South African Youth.’
Today we’re ripping the mask off a silent crisis facing the youth of Mzansi. It’s not just unemployment. Not just poverty. It’s the war happening inside the minds of our young people. We’re talking about stress. Trauma. Depression. Burnout. That feeling of being stuck, tired, and hopeless — while everyone tells you to just ‘keep pushing.’
Are young people in Parliament making a difference... or just filling seats?
We’re talking about the youth in Parliament — the MPs under 35, the party representatives, the committee members. Are they pushing bold new ideas? Are they fighting for real reform — for jobs, education, land, and tech innovation? Or have they gone quiet under the pressure of party politics? Today’s youth face real struggles: sky-high unemployment, poor service delivery, inequality. So if we’ve got young people in powerful spaces — why aren’t we seeing more radical change?
How South Africa’s Youth Are Redefining Freedom Through Entrepreneurship
On this day in 1976, young people in Soweto stood up against an unjust system. They fought for the right to learn, to be heard, to be free. Fast forward to 2025 — and today’s youth are still fighting. But now, the battleground is economic. The weapon? Entrepreneurship.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: After Tears Traditions
Today, we’re diving into a cultural phenomenon that has become as common as the funeral itself — the After Tearsgathering. In many South African communities, after the solemnity of a funeral, mourners return to the family home or a local venue — not just to eat, but often to drink, dance, and 'celebrate' the life of the deceased. It’s known as After Tears — a ritual that blends grief with laughter, music, and yes... alcohol.
(Reimagining South Africa: Can Dialogue Deliver Real Change?) SANDILE SWANA - POLITICAL ANALYST
Today we’re diving into a bold new chapter in our democracy — one that President Cyril Ramaphosa hopes will reignite the spirit of unity that once carried us through the storm of apartheid and into a new South Africa."
(Gauteng Under Siege: Fighting the Rising Tide of Kidnappings) CHAD THOMAS - FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR
Now, here’s a headline that’s become far too common in recent months: kidnappings on the rise — and Gauteng seems to be at the epicenter of this terrifying trend. Between January and March this year alone, kidnappings have surged by a staggering 15.8%, compared to the same period last year. That’s more than double the national average increase of 6.8%.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: INNO MOROLONG
Inno Morolong Has gone under the knife more times she can count Tummy tuck But lift Including surgery two weeks ago. She has the money and so will keep improving her body as she sees fit. More and more South Africans are going under the knife — or needle — in pursuit of the perfect face, waist, or body. The numbers are rising, the clinics are thriving, and let’s be honest: we’re all seeing the results on our timelines. But here’s the million-rand question: Are we doing it for confidence… or clout? Is this self-love — or social media pressure dressed up with lip filler?
Licence to Wait: South Africa’s One- Printer Problem” (TRANSPORT DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON - COLLEN MSIBI)
The Department of Transport has confirmed that our one and only card printer has been out of action since April — but if you’re in Cape Town, they say you haven’t seen a single licence card all year. Which means this mechanical marvel might’ve tapped out as far back as February.
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