METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope
High Court Affirms Right to Record Police: R250K Awarded for Unlawful Arrest ( IAN ALLIS - LAW EXPERT )
Today, we're unpacking a groundbreaking legal decision that strengthens your rights when dealing with law enforcement. The Johannesburg High Court has issued a powerful ruling affirming that South Africans have every right to question police officers and record them in public—without fear of arrest.
After 8 Is After 8: Is there life out there in the universe?
Is there life out there in the universe? From the Karoo’s dusty silence to the cutting-edge antennas of the MeerKAT Telescope, South Africa is already part of the global mission to find out. Scientists from all over the world—and right here at home—are listening to the stars, scanning distant planets, and searching for signals that might just prove we’re not alone. Imagine this: while you’re driving through the Free State or chilling in Soweto, somewhere across the galaxy, another intelligent being could be wondering the same thing about us!
World Day Against Trafficking: South Africa Steps Up the Fight ( MR LUCKY CHARLES MOHOLABA DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL: COURT ADMINISTRATION )
Human trafficking is no longer a distant crisis—it’s happening right here at home, in our cities and neighbourhoods. In just the past year, 74 victims—mostly women and young people—were rescued in South Africa after being lured with fake job offers. Behind these crimes are sophisticated, organized networks exploiting desperation and opportunity for profit.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: THE RISING CODEINE ADDICTION AMONGST SOUTH AFRICANS
Across the SADC region, the cough syrup epidemic is spreading — and South Africa is no longer on the sidelines. From Zimbabwe’s border towns to Zambia’s youth hotspots, the misuse of codeine-laced syrup has been called the 'new nyaope' — cheap, addictive, and deadly. But now, that same trend is gaining traction in South Africa’s urban and peri-urban communities. In Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban — and increasingly in townships and rural areas — young people are mixing cough syrup with soft drinks, music, and identity. It’s a dangerous cocktail.
Murder, Money & the AK-47: Inside South Africa’s Contract Killing Cartel ( National Police Spokesperson Athlenda Mathe )
It started with the brutal assassination of DJ Sumbody on a quiet November night in 2022. A hail of bullets. A promising life cut short. But now, nearly three years later, the web of lies, guns, and power is beginning to unravel.” Police have now charged Katiso Molefe—a name already linked to scandal in both South Africa and the UK—along with three alleged hitmen, in the murder of DJ Vintos. But that’s just the beginning. Those same men are now also being linked to the killing of engineer Don Tindleni and, crucially, tied by ballistics to the murder of DJ Sumbody himself, as well as Armand Swart, the whistleblower who dared to question a R200 million tender inflation scheme.
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson
If you thought the Expanded Public Works Programme was designed to uplift the most vulnerable and unemployed in our country — you’d be right. But what happens when that lifeline becomes a personal payday for the politically connected? The Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State is at the centre of explosive allegations — exposed by a City Press investigation — showing that the EPWP payroll is being used to line the pockets of former councillors and sitting political office bearers with inflated salaries. In response, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson has issued a swift directive to halt all EPWP funding to the municipality.
After 8 Is After 8: Justice Within Justice: What the Mbenenge Case Reveals About Our Institutions
When the person accused of sexual harassment is one of the highest legal authorities in the country, it raises difficult but necessary questions. Today, we turn our attention to the case of Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, currently under investigation by the Judicial Conduct Tribunal following allegations brought forward by legal official Andiswa Mengo.
ActionSA Tables Bill To Slash Bloated Cabinet ( ACTION SA CHIEF WHIP LERATO NGOBENI )
A year into the Government of National Unity, the cracks are beginning to show — and ActionSA is taking a hammer to what it calls an ‘overinflated and inefficient Cabinet.’ In a bold move that could redefine the shape of executive power in South Africa, ActionSA has officially tabled a Constitutional Amendment Bill aimed at slashing the Cabinet and eliminating all 43 deputy minister positions.
LUNGA SIMELANE - CITY PRESS JOURNALIST
A City Press investigation revealed that politically connected individuals — including former councillors and sitting officials — have been raking in over R31,000 a month from a programme designed to uplift the unemployed. That’s ten times the average EPWP stipend.
STATE CONCLUDES ITS MATTER IN THE SENZO MEYIWA TRIAL (Law Expert - Melusi Xulu, the Managing Director of Donda Attorneys)
It’s one of South Africa’s most watched murder trials—and now, a major chapter has closed. After years of delays, restarts, and explosive allegations, the State has officially wrapped up its case in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. Five men stand accused of killing the Bafana Bafana captain, who was shot in 2014 at the home of his then-girlfriend, singer Kelly Khumalo.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Choosing To Be Single
Today we’re diving into a topic that’s deeply personal, often misunderstood, and becoming more and more common: choosing to be single. Now, let’s be honest—when someone says they’re single, people often assume it’s a phase, or worse, that something’s wrong. But for many, being single is a deliberate choice, a lifestyle that prioritizes freedom, personal growth, and self-love. On the other hand, there are those who didn’t exactly plan to be single, but find themselves navigating life solo—whether because of past heartbreak, life transitions, or simply not meeting the right person. So today, we’re asking: Why are more people embracing singlehood? Is it empowerment or protection? Freedom or fear? Call in and share your story—we want to hear from those who are single, proud, content, confused, or still figuring it out.
Build One South Africa Leader Mmusi Maimane
Another young life lost. Two others left traumatised and hospitalised. And once again, it didn’t happen at the hands of criminals—but at the hands of a community member. In Chiawelo, Soweto, three teenagers were allegedly accused of theft, held overnight, and brutally assaulted. One of them—just a boy—didn’t survive. The mother of one victim says she pleaded with people to call the police. They refused. They chose violence instead. The police have confirmed that arrests have been made—but the families want more than that. They want justice. And they’re not alone.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Justice Delayed? The Tragic Death of Thando Mahlangu
This evening we turn our attention to a deeply distressing story that has shaken the community of Germiston—and the entire nation. A 13-year-old girl, Thando 'Pretty' Mahlangu, was killed in a hit-and-run during a traditional coming-of-age ceremony in Dinwiddie on June 28.
Friend or Foe? U.S. Congress Turns Its Eye on SA
Today we’re diving into international news that could have serious implications for our foreign policy, economy, and diplomatic standing on the world stage. In Washington, a bill has been introduced in the United States Congress that directly targets senior South African government and ANC officials.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Spate of Schoolgirl Murders in Nelson Mandela Bay Sparks Call for Collaborative Action
In just one month, four schoolgirls in Nelson Mandela Bay have been brutally murdered — their young lives Cut short in acts of unspeakable violence, some of them raped, their bodies mutilated and burned. These aren't isolated incidents — they are part of a chilling pattern that reveals just how vulnerable our children are, both in and beyond the school gates. Authorities now warn: our schools do not operate in a vacuum. As the Eastern Cape Department of Education puts it, this is a crisis that can only be tackled through collaboration between schools, police, parents, and communities. Who is failing our children? What must change? And how do we make our schools — and streets — safe again?
FlySafair Turbulence — Strike Grounds Flights Across SA
If you wanted to travel today — or tried to — you may have faced delays, long queues, or even a cancelled flight. FlySafair, one of South Africa’s most reliable low-cost airlines, has been forced to cancel several flights as a pilot strike enters its second day. The strike action, involving around 200 pilots represented by the trade union Solidarity, has created mounting frustrations at both OR Tambo International Airport and Lanseria, leaving passengers stranded and scrambling for answers. The pilots are demanding a 10.5% salary increase, while FlySafair is offering just 5.7% — a gap neither side has yet been willing to close.
WHAT DOES ONE GUN, TEN CRIMES AND DJ SUMBODY HAVE IN COMMON? ( IRS Forensic Investigator Chad Thomas )
It’s a story with layers of mystery, bullets, and blood money — but today, the pieces are finally starting to come together. In a major development in the murder case of popular musician and entrepreneur DJ Sumbody, police have confirmed that the firearms used in his execution-style killing — including a deadly AK-47 — have now been linked to at least 10 high-profile cases across Gauteng.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: The Alarming Rise of Child Abductions in Pretoria
It’s a story that’s becoming increasingly impossible to ignore — and for parents, downright terrifying. There’s a growing and disturbing trend of child abductions and attempted kidnappings right here in our city. Private security companies have raised the alarm, warning that Pretoria is seeing a sharp rise in suspicious activities targeting children — especially in public spaces like shopping malls, parking lots, and parks.
The Malema‐Snyman Firearm Trial at The East London Regional Court ( EFF TG OMPHILE MAOTWE )
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema and his former bodyguard, Adriaan Snyman, were back in the East London Regional Court today, facing a string of serious charges stemming from a 2018 incident at the party’s fifth anniversary celebrations in Mdantsane. Malema is accused of unlawfully possessing and discharging a firearm in a public place, recklessly endangering lives and property, and failing to take precautions to prevent harm. His co-accused, Snyman, faces charges for allegedly supplying the firearm and failing in his own duty of care.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: FROM SOEWETO TO THE WORLD STAGE! TEBOGO MAKHUBELA IS THE WORLDs WAYFINDER AWARDEE
Joining us today is a man whose influence is as inspiring as it is impactful—Dr. Tebogo Makhubela, winner of the highly esteemed Wayfinder Award, a recognition reserved for those who redefine the direction of their field while clearing the path for others to follow. As a respected scholar, innovator, and advocate for equity, Dr. Makhubela is passionate about opening doors for young Black professionals, ensuring that excellence isn’t just recognised, but also supported and replicated. His mission is clear: to ensure that industries, especially those historically dominated by a narrow demographic, are transformed into spaces of real representation and opportunity. We’re excited to delve into his journey, his vision, and the work still ahead.
Save video to ...
