DA Joburg's mayoral candidate Helen Zillle on her LGE candidacy

SABC News Acting Head of Output Mbali Lesabe and OTT & Digital Media Manager, Immah Ncube speak on the launch of SABC News Live channel, starting on 19 October 2026 with election coverage to where you are.

The matric year marks the end of high school and the beginning of a new chapter, with matric farewells celebrating learners' achievements and friendships. However, Roosevelt High School in Johannesburg recently cancelled its matric farewell following alleged incidents involving reports of bad behaviour. In a letter addressed to parents and leaners, the principal expressed being "disheartened and embarrassed" by the behaviour displayed by a select group of individuals. Including reports of some learners arriving severely intoxicated, an alleged incident where a firearm was produced and pointed at a member of the venue staff and reports of certain staff members subjected to verbal abuse by some parents. The incident has yet gain sparked a public conversation over whether matric farewell functions remain relevant and whether stricter regulations are needed. We did invite the Roosevelt High School Principal to join us, but unfortunately she is currently on medical leave. To discuss this further, we are joined by Matakanye Matakanya, Chairperson of the National Association of School Governing Bodies, Penuel Mlotshwa, a podcaster, and Onwabile Lubhelwana, spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Education. Before we talk to them, let's listen to the alleged audio of the Roosevelt High School Principal

The Motor Industry Staff Association has urged the Gauteng government to reconsider proposed increases in vehicle registration and licence fees. MISA has warned that the proposed price hike could put further pressure on already struggling motorists. The organisation says the government must carefully consider the financial impact of introducing new costs at a time when many households are already struggling to keep up with rising living expenses. Motor Industry Staff Association spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola joins us for more.

South Africa's immigration debate continues to raise questions about jobs, pressure on public services and the country's economic future. But beyond this, what does the data tell us about the actual impact of immigration on the economy? To unpack this, we are joined by South Africa's former Statistician-General Dr Pali Lehohla.

We are now joined in the studio by Afrika Mayibuye Movement President Floyd Shivambu, SACP Central Committee member and Politburo member, Dr. Alex Mashilo and the leader of the Land Party in South Africa, Gcobani Ndzongana.

Sophie Mokoena exclusive interview with South Africa's Jurist Navanethem "Navi" Pillay has won the Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting peace and international law. The Norwegian Nobel Committee praised her decades of service, from defending Nelson Mandela and other anti-apartheid activists to serving as a judge in landmark international cases. Pillay becomes the latest recipient of the world's most prestigious peace award, following Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who won in 2025. The Nobel Peace Prize, is due to be presented in Oslo on December 10, the anniversary of the death of Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel, who founded the awards in his 1895 will.

The CEO of the African Peer Review Mechanism Antoinette Rose Quatre says Africa has reached an important milestone in its financial sector. This comes as the continent is launching the Africa Credit Agency in Mauritius