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The Nkabinde Inquiry into the fitness to hold office of suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions advocate Andrew Chauke resumed this morning. National Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Shamila Batohi is continuing her testimony. The Inquiry chaired by retired Justice Bess Nkabinde was set up following allegations that suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions advocate Andrew Chauke obstructed key criminal prosecutions and shielded high profile individuals from facing justice.

The North West Legislature's newly established Ad Hoc Committee set to investigate allegations of improper conduct against Premier Lazarus Mokgosi, starts today. The committee was establishment after the Mayor of the Naledi Local Municipality, Clifton Groep, accused the Premier of instructing a former municipality employee to alter a report relating to the appointment of the Municipal Manager. Groep made the claims during an oversight visit of Parliament's Joint Portfolio Committees to municipalities in the province in September. The committee will sit for four days, from the 24th until the 27th of this month. To get the latest Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Thabang Morutloa

The body of an elderly woman that was trapped between rocks and debris at Umshwati Local Municipality in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands has been retrieved. This follows heavy rainfall last night which resulted in damage to various properties and the local infrastructure. Two more people remain missing and are believed to have been swept away by the floods. Search and Rescue teams had to use a drone in locating the woman's body while heavy machinery assisted in the removal of debris around a riverbank where the body was trapped. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Mlondi Radebe and SABC's meteorologist, Joel Guy

This Friday, SAfm's radio anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly. South Africa’s platinum sector! Industry insiders say the metal’s business has received a massive boost and prices have soared to the heavens; this comes after the launch of new platinum futures trading on the exchange.

World leaders have started arriving in South Africa ahead of the G20 leaders Summit taking place at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg this weekend. The summit starts tomorrow and ends on Sunday. Leaders who have already arrived include UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, China's premier, Li Qiang, Vietnam's counterpart Pham Minh Chính, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Members from the world's largest economies are expected to consider key documents commissioned by South Africa. The Summit agenda will centre on three major sessions, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, building a resilient world, and a fair and just future for all. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News Politics Editor Mzwandile Mbeje

Police visibility has been intensified at all major routes to ensure the safety of delegates and visitors arriving for the G20 Leaders Summit at the weekend. Traffic volumes have already started to increase as various heads of states have started touching down at the O.R Tambo International Airport. For more on some of the key affected routes and roads, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the spokesperson of the Johannesburg Metro Police Department, Xolani Fihla.

The Government of South Africa, under its Presidency of the G20, has officially endorsed the Children20 (Ch20) as one of the engagement groups of the G20 Social Summit. This marks a historic milestone in global governance and child rights advocacy, ensuring that the voices, experiences, and priorities of children are embedded in one of the world's most influential economic and political forums. To talk more about children's role in this summit, Sakina Spoke oined by Children's 20 Yivani Mtini

As world leaders gather in Johannesburg for the G20 Leaders' Summit, a coalition of climate activist groups and affected communities are marching against TotalEnergies TODAY in Rosebank in Johannesburg. They are calling for an end to fossil fuel investments and a shift to renewable energy. The activists say TotalEnergies' oil and gas expansion has caused "environmental destruction, land dispossession and human rights violations, under the false promises of development and progress. For more Sakina spoke to Noxolo Mfocwa,Fossil Ad Ban Advocacy Campaigner from Fossil Free South Africa

As the G20 Social Summit in Boksburg, East of Johannesburg enters its final day, delegates and organisations are buzzing with energy. The National Development Agency, under the Department of Social Development, has brought its full range of services and exhibitors to the forefront. The agency says it's mission is to capacitate, empower, and accelerate the growth of social enterprises and cooperatives across the nation. For more on this we are joined from the Birchwood Conference Centre by Khensani Mthembi Senior manager operator from the National Development Agency and Murunwa Mahuwa founder of Bonang Masikhule cooperative...

President Cyril Ramaphosa is confident that the G20 Leaders Summit Declaration will be issued as expected. This is despite the US having vowed to reject the summit's outcomes forcing Ramaphosa to instead issue the Chair's Statement. The G20 Chair's Statement is issued when a single member differs and a formal, consensus-based Leaders' Declaration or Communique is not agreed upon. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Riefdah Ajam, FEDUSA General Secretary

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders to intensify investments in the health and the promotion of the rights of women and children warning that the cost of inaction would be measured in lives lost, diminished futures and destabilised communities. Sakina Kamwendo spoke Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says they are unfazed by the US's non-participation in the G20 Leaders Summit and its subsequent threats to mobilize for the rejection of the summit declaration. He was speaking to the media on the sidelines of the G20 Social Summit in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg. He says they take solace in the countries that want to see the first-ever G20 summit on the African continent successful. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to chairperson of the C20 Summit Thulani Tshefuta...

Civil society organisations call for governments to prioritise climate justice, reduce debt distress, and tax billionaires and dollar millionaires. The G20 summit will be the first hosted on the African continent and will host dignitaries from the wealthiest countries in the world., Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Deputy Director at Oxfam in Africa, Daile Judge.

A second suspect linked to the deadly Westbury shooting is expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrates Court today. The 36-year-old, believed to be the mastermind behind the attack that left two teenagers dead and five others injured, was arrested in Westbury on Friday. His arrest follows that of a 20-year-old suspect, apprehended by the Anti-Gang Unit at a Soweto high school last week. The earlier suspect's case has been postponed to Thursday for a formal bail hearing. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Refilwe Mekoa

United Nations officials have condemned mass killings by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's el-Fasher. UN officials have warned the UN Security Council that the city has "descended into an even darker hell". The RSF took over el-Fasher, capital of North Darfur state, on Sunday after forcing Sudan's army to withdraw from its last stronghold in the western Darfur region. The paramilitary force has been accused of ethnic killings since its power struggle with the army erupted into violence in April 2023, but the RSF leadership has consistently denied the accusations - although this week its leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo admitted to the violations in el-Fasher. Meanwhile , the World health Organisation says it has received reports that more than 450 civilians in a hospital in the Sudanese City of Al Fasher. BBC's Jeremy Bowen reports

The Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa says it is negotiating with the City of Johannesburg and all relevant stakeholders over the removal of informal traders from various parts of the City. This has court proceedings remain delayed at the High Court in Johannesburg. This follows the municipality's clean-up and by-law enforcement drive, which includes a new registration system aimed at regulating more than 20,000 informal traders. As part of the operation, officials have been removing those trading without permits or outside approved areas. For the latest in these negotiation Sakina Kamwendo spoke to advocacy officer at the the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa, Edward Molopi

The South African Weather Service has issued warnings for severe thunderstorms across large parts of the country. A yellow level four warning alert is in place for the central and eastern Free State, while a level two warning affects the rest of the Free State, the North West, Eastern Northern Cape and Southern Gauteng. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to meteorologist, Lehlohonolo Thobela.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams has laid a complaint against the National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola for nepotism. Adams is accusing General masemola of establishing a network of patronage within SAPS by facilitating and promoting family members and close associates into strategic positions.. He says he has evidence to back his claims. Adams spoke with SABC News reporter Bulelani Phillip outside the Cape Town Central Police Station

Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola says officers are working tirelessly to track down the four teenage suspects behind the deadly Westbury mass shooting. Masemola says two deceased victims, aged 17 and 18, have been identified, while five others remain in hospital. Masemola spoke to reporters today while visiting Westbury, where a mass shooting on Tuesday claimed the lives of two teenagers and left five others injured. Masemola says police are clamping down on gang activity, drug dens, and the illegal firearms trade fueling youth violence. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Puseletso Mokoena

In The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Advocate Zithulele Nxumalo, representing accused number four, Mthokoziseni Maphisa, has begun cross-examining accused number one, Muzi Sibiya. Nxumalo questioned Sibiya about his past communication with Maphisa, to which Sibiya replied they never discussed Meyiwa's death. Nxumalo also referred to Constable Zungu's 2023 affidavit, mentioning a firearm linked to an earlier shooting involving Snako. Sibiya confirmed the 2017 incident but denied any involvement. The high-profile trial of the five accused continues at the Pretoria High Court. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Pearl Magubane j

Families of the 43 people that were killed during a bus crash in Tshambudzi Valley in Limpopo on Sunday are continuing with the identification process of their loved one's bodies. The bus was travelling from Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape enroute to Zimbabwe and Malawi when it lost control, rolled down the valley just outside Louis Trichardt and landed on its roof. Overloading was identified as a possible cause of the crash. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Michael Makungo

The inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four has adjourned to resume on Friday at the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape. The inquest seeks to determine whether anyone can be held responsible for the killings of anti-apartheid activists Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sicelo Mhlauli, and Sparrow Mkhonto. Proceedings of the inquest have been marred by delays with former Apartheid Security Branch Officer, Eugene de Kock indicating his unavailability due to ill-health. For the latest, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Tombozuko Balintulo

Tributes continue to pour in for Kenya's former prime minister Raila Odinga who has died at the age of 80. Odinga died after suffering a cardiac arrest while undergoing treatment in the southern Indian city of Kochi. Meanwhile , the military in Madagascar has seized power after weeks of protests over corruption, power and water shortages, forcing the country's president into hiding. For more on these stories Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Specialist Correspondent Sophie Mokoena

The Ad Hoc committee investigating allegations made by KZN police commissioner Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has lifted the lid on divisions between top cops in the country. Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Lt-General Shadrack Sibiya has told the Adhoc committee that attacks and smear campaigns against him may be linked to plans to prevent him from vying for the vacant position of Hawks boss or national police commissioner when it becomes vacant . Sibiya was testifying for the second consecutive day before the ad hoc committee. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Professor Kholofelo Rakubu, Security expert and Head of the Department of Law Safety, and Security Management at the Tshwane University of Technology

At least 42 people have died in a devastating bus crash on the N1 near Makhado in Limpopo. The bus, travelling from Gqeberha to Harare, was carrying passengers from Zimbabwe and Malawi when tragedy struck on Sunday afternoon. President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences to the affected nations, describing the crash as a shared regional tragedy. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Michael Makungo

The Madlanga Commission established to look into the criminality, corruption and political interference in the criminal justice system has adjourned following an opposition application to host proceedings in-camera. The opposition application was brought by media companies Daily Maverick and Media 24. Advocate Charles Du Plessis of Willem de Klerk Attorneys, representing two media houses says the secrecy could undermine the public's right to know and the integrity of the inquiry process. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Sibahle Motha

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Israel for what's being hailed as a historic mission to cement a landmark Gaza peace deal. His visit comes as Hamas releases all 20 living Israeli hostages under the first phase of the ceasefire agreement, with the Red Cross overseeing the exchange. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News Correspondent in Tel Aviv, Blake Sifton

Six activists from the South african Global Sumud Flotilla which includes among them uNkosi Zwelivelile Mandla Mandela have received a warm welcome at OR Tambo International Airport. The group, detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza were met with applause after their release. Speaking on behalf of the activists at the OR Tambo international airport , Mandela expressed deep gratitude to supporters and urged South Africans to sustain their solidarity until the suffering in Palestine ends Sakina Kamwendo spoke to South Africa's Global Sumud Flotilla support team member Nazim Adam

Parliament's ad hoc committee set up to investigate allegations around national security, adjourned earlier today for a short while to sort out issues raised around the statement of KwaZulu-Natal Police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Members of the committee took issue with the evidence leader, advocate Norman Arendse SC, calling Mkhwanazi's statement a supplementary statement to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, that was submitted to the committee. The committee was set up to investigate the wide-ranging claims of criminal infiltration, corruption, and political interference within the criminal justice system, made by Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Meanwhile, EFF leader Julius Malema, has raised firm objections to Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee proceeding without a formal statement from Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Malema called the move unconstitutional and fundamentally wrong.Sakina Kamwendo spoke to legal expert, Elton Hart, attorney at the University of Johannesburg ' Law Clinic

The South African government has confirmed the safe arrival of the Flotilla activists in Jordan. DIRCO in a statement says Ambassador Tselane Mokuena welcomed the group on behalf of the Republic. Minister Ronald Lamola has expressed deep gratitude to all stakeholders who helped ensure their safety. The activists are expected to land at O.R. Tambo International Airport tomorrow morning. Government has dismissed false claims about funding their return, saying the trip is financed by families and solidarity groups, with DIRCO only facilitating diplomatically. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Sunny Morgan from the Global Sumud Flotilla-South Africa

Parliament's ad hoc committee set up to investigate allegations around national security, adjourned earlier today for a short while to sort out issues raised around the statement of KwaZulu-Natal Police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Members of the committee took issue with the evidence leader, advocate Norman Arendse SC, calling Mkhwanazi's statement a supplementary statement to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, that was submitted to the committee. The committee was set up to investigate the wide-ranging claims of criminal infiltration, corruption, and political interference within the criminal justice system, made by Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Meanwhile, EFF leader Julius Malema, has raised firm objections to Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee proceeding without a formal statement from Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Malema called the move unconstitutional and fundamentally wrong. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to legal expert, Elton Hart, attorney at the University of Johannesburg ' Law Clinic

In a move to reshape South Africa's political landscape, three opposition parties have united under a new banner. Build One South Africa's Dr. Mmusi Maimane, Good Party leader Patricia de Lille, and Rise Mzansi's Songezo Zibi have officially launched a new political formation Unite For Change. The alliance aims to contest the 2026 local government elections, promising ethical leadership, economic recovery, and improved service delivery. Maimane is calling on South Africans to fund this new movement, urging citizens to embrace a culture of political party funding. De Lille says the new party fills a political void left by traditional parties that have drifted too far left or right. Unite For Change is positioning itself as a centrist alternative, inviting civic groups and individuals to join the mission to restore trust and accountability in governance. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Political Analyst, Professor Dirk Kotze

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa made his closing address at the party's special NEC meeting. The meeting was looking at key national issues of the economy, trade, and the party's processes towards local government elections next year.

The survivors and families of victims of apartheid-era crimes together with the Foundation for Human Rights welcomed Friday's High Court ruling dismissing the Government's application to stay proceedings in the constitutional damages case. In January 2025, 25 families and survivors, together with the Foundation, launched a constitutional damages claim against President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Government for the political suppression of investigations and prosecutions of apartheid-era political crimes referred by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Foundation for Human Rights spokesperson, Sesethu Holomisa

Minister of co-operative governance Velekosini Hlabisa has called on councillors of Ditsobotla Local Municipality to unite behind service delivery. Hlabisa is on a sight visit in the area where he will engage local residents and visit a number of infrastructure projects. The municipality was recently placed under control of the national government following years of mismanagement and political instability. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Tebogo Phakedi

The department of international relations and cooperation (Dirco) has sent a specialist team to Israel to negotiate release of six detained South African activists. According to DIRCO , the team met with the South African delegation at the Negev Israeli Prison facility and has also confirmed that the detainees are in good health and in high spirits. Meanwhile, the family of the late South African Ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa , hopes that his autopsy will be released soon so that the repatriation of the body can be finalized. For more Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Chrispin Phiri, spokesperson at Department of international relations and cooperation

The Constitutional Court has ruled that both parents are entitled equal parental leave that they can share amongst themselves. Both parents, regardless of gender, race or circumstances, are now entitled to share four-months 10 days leave. ConCourt unanimously confirmed constitutional invalidity against sections which deal with maternity and paternity leave under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. The court found that the difference in the parental leave entitlement between birth mothers and fathers amounts to unfair and unconstitutional discrimination. For some clarity on this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to family law attorney at Theron Law Firm, Shandu Theron...

The United Nations has expressed hope that those people aboard the Gaza Sumud Flotilla vessels who have been detained by Israel would have their rights respected and not harmed. Reports suggest Israel has taken control over 41 vessels and detained over 400 activists, including many from South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier called on Israel to release activists. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Ariel Seidman, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of Israel

The Local Government Indaba has focused on efforts to improve service delivery, accountability and transparency across all municipalities in the country. Over a thousand delegates convened at Gallagher Estate in Midrand Johannesburg to try and tackle issues around local government. These include ailing infrastructure and rooting out corruption that hinders on services delivery. One of the organisations at the gathering is the Public Affairs Research Institute which is represented by their Head of State Reform Programme, Dr. Sarah Meny-Gilbert. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr. Sarah Meny-Gilbert

The Office of the Tax Ombud yesterday published its Draft Report into alleged e-Filing Profile Hijacking for public comment. The aim is to identify factors that make taxpayers vulnerable to e-Filing profile hijackings, to evaluate SARS's response mechanisms to taxpayers and suggest areas for improvement . According to the Ombud , most cases involve fraud below R10 000 but there are significant instances exceeding R100 000. For more we are now joined on the line by Tax Ombus, Ms Yanga Mputa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the Government of the State of Israel to release South Africans and other nationals abducted as part of Israeli authorities' interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson to the President

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the Government of the State of Israel to release South Africans and other nationals abducted as part of Israeli authorities' interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Global Sumud Flotilla SA spokesperson, Sunny Morgan

The Madlanga Commission adjourned after key witness Crime Intelligence Boss General Dumisani Khumalo, fell ill. General Khumalo, was meant to continue with his testimony today, regarding the WhatsApp text messages between alleged underworld cartel member and businessman, Vusimuzi Matlala and Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's alleged associate, Brown Mogotsi. Jeremy Michaels, Madlanga commission spokesperson says a new date for the sitting will be announced during the course of the day. For analysis Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Professor Kholofelo Rakubu, Security expert and Head of the Department of Law Safety, and Security Management at the Tshwane University of Technology.

EFF leader Julius Malema says he intends on appealing the guilty verdict handed down against him by the East London Magistrate's Court earlier today. Malema was found guilty on all five counts that were brought against him while his co-accused Adriaan Snyman, who had allegedly handed him the firearm in question was found not guilty. Malema had been fighting a seven year trial for discharging a firearm during the party's 5th anniversary celebration at Sisa Dukashe stadium in Mdantsane township back in 2018. His former bodyguard, Synman was found not guilty of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. Malema has however stood firm, noting that he will continue the fight despite targeted attacks against him. For some analysis to this we are now joined on the line by political analyst, Dr. Ntsikelelo Breakfast...

Activists on a flotilla which is trying to breach Israel's naval blockade and deliver aid to Gaza say they are back on course after a reported confrontation with an Israeli warship in the early hours of this morning (Wednesday). The flotilla now consists of about 47 civilian boats carrying essential supplies such as milk, baby formula, diapers, and medical equipment to support Gaza's two-million residents living under siege. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Zukiswa Wanner, a writer and activist on the flotilla

Crime Intelligence Boss, Dumisani Khumalo is expected to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria on Monday. Earlier KwaZulu-Natal Director of Public Prosecutions Elaine Harrison detailed how prosecutors dedicated to deal with cases that the Political Killings Task Team had brought to them lost out on three months of investigations. Testifying ahead of the commission's adjournment Harrison said that this followed the seizure of the 121 dockets after the disbandment of the task team. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Political Analyst, Professor Dirk Kotze...

Democratic Alliance Leader, John Steenhuisen has officially announced Haniff Hoosen as the DA’s eThekwini Mayoral candidate.

Some Zimbabwean nationals have pleaded for access to medical care at Yeoville Clinic in Johannesburg. This comes after some South Africans including members of Operation Dudula blocked the clinic entrance, only allowing people with South African IDs to go through. The migrants say there could be other humane ways to deal with this issue. Zine Buthelezi reports...

Proponents of the Government of National Unity are hoping to see it complete its full term, but cracks are again beginning to show in the ten-party pact. The Patriotic Alliance is threatening to pull out of the GNU, and is even prepared to lose its ministerial position, if its Deputy president Kenny Kunene is not reinstated in his position in the City of Johannesburg as MMC for Transport. The party has cleared Kunene of wrongdoing after he was found at the Sandton house of murder-accused Katiso KT Molefe, at the time of his arrest. PA leader Gayton McKenzie has even vowed to work with the DA if the party's marriage with the ANC doesn't work out. Ntlantla Kgatlhane has more

Deputy President Paul Mashatile, acting as the President, is officiating the 2025 Heritage Day celebrations at Bridgeton Sport Grounds in the Oudtshoorn Local Municipality, Western Cape. According to the Presidency, this year's Heritage Month is celebrated with the theme: "Re-imagine Our Heritage Institutions for a New Era." This year's Heritage Day will focus on the importance of leveraging heritage as a foundation for building a dynamic, socially responsive, technologically innovative and economically inclusive future. Let's take you to the Deputy President Mashatile's speech