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Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Ian Cameron says the arrests of Crime Intelligence head, Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo and other high-ranking SAPS officials points to a deeper crisis inside the organisation's senior leadership. Yesterday, members of the National Prosecuting Authority's Investigating Directorate against Corruption (IDAC) arrested Khumalo and other senior officials at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. They are expected to appear in the Pretoria Magistrates Court. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Phumzile Mlangeni and senior training coordinator, ENACT Programme at the Institute for Security Studies, Willem Els

Mayibuye Consultation Process National Conveyor, Floyd Shivambu says the collective will hold a real national dialogue without a predetermined outcome. Speaking at the unveiling of the panel for the movement, Shivambu has also called on members of the panel to conduct their work with humility and priotise the people of South Africa. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Political Analyst, Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast...

Six suspects arrested in connection with the kidnapping of 19 year old Kamogelo Baukudi are expected to appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrates court on Monday. Baukudi who was kidnapped on the 5th of June has been found alive in Wepener. The Grade 11 learner from Martie du Plessis special school was kidnapped while driven home from school in Bloemfontein. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Free State police Spokesperson Brigadier, Motantsi Makhele

Eastern Cape COGTA MEC, Zolile Williams has described the recent floods that hit the Eastern Cape as the most Agonizing chapter in the provinces history. He says 101 people lost their lives and the OR Tambo and Amathole districts are the hardest hit. For more on this we spoke to our SABC News Reporter, Fundiswa Mhlekude

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has flagged South Africa as a key regional hub for illicit drug trafficking, underlining the need for urgent and coordinated action. And in order to address this the Department of Social Development and the Central Drug Authority are launching a week-long outreach campaign in Mpumalanga to tackle rising drug abuse. The area has recently come under the spotlight following significant drug-related arrests and the discovery of underground laboratories used in the manufacture of illicit substances. In April, law enforcement recovered R20 million worth of drug-making materials and arrested six suspects in Standerton. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the Deputy Director General: Welfare Services at the Department of Social Development, Siza Magangoe

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) leaders have gathered in The Hague for a summit that is said to be tailor-made for U.S. President Donald Trump. This as European allies hope that a pledge to hike defence spending will prompt him to dispel doubts about his commitment to the alliance. The summit is expected to endorse a higher defence spending goal of 5% of GDP - a response to a demand by Trump and to Europeans' fears that Russia poses an increasingly direct threat to their security following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. For more clarity we spoke to our correspondent William Denselow...

The City of Cape Town's Disaster Risk Management Centre has called for caution following a severe cold front warning by the SA weather service. The centre's Spokesperson, Sonica Lategan says specific warnings linked to the frontal system include damaging waves, winds and disruptive rainfall. This as the Eastern Cape Government has also warned residents to be extra cautious as the province braces itself for its own cold front. For more on this, we spoke to SABC Meteorologist, Lehlohonolo Thobela...

The High Court in Pretoria has halted the burial of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu. The Zambian government had filed a lawsuit against Lungu's family, seeking to stop his burial in South Africa today. It argued that no burial should take place until disputes surrounding the former leader's final resting place are resolved. Acting Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba read the order. The family of the late former Zambian President Edgar Lungu remains disappointed as they had gathered in numbers; in the hope of a burial today in Hillbrow' Johannesburg today.

Just hours before the expected burial of former Zambian President, Edgar Lungu. The Attorney General of Zambia Mulilo D. Kabesha SC has headed to the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria seeking an order to halt the burial of the late former President. Lungu died in Johannesburg, South Africa. His family, however, stopped his repatriation to Zambia after learning that his body would be received by the current President Hakainde Hichelima, against former President Lungu's wishes. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporters, Canny Maphanga and Chriselda Lewis

The Johannesburg Council will today consider three motions of no confidence. Two motions have been brought by the Democratic Alliance (DA ) against Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero and Council Chief Whip Sithembiso Zungu, while Aljamah is said to be sponsoring the motion against Speaker Nobuhle Mthembu. Meanwhile ActionSA's national chairperson Michael Beaumont says they will not defend Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero in a motion of no confidence. Beaumont spoke outside the City Chamber. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Reporter, Neria Hlakotsa

MEC of Finance and Economic Development Lebogang Maile together with representatives from the professional services firm Ernst and Young are today releasing the findings of the first ever Gauteng Municipal Economic Review and Outlook (MERO). The study is said to be an intelligence publication that is aimed at informing integrated planning, spatial frameworks, economic development strategies and budgets in local government. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Owen Witbooi who is the Deputy Director General; managing municipalities at Gauteng Treasury.

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, has appealed for a ceasefire in Iran to allow for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspections of Iran's nuclear sites. Grossi says establishing the facts on the ground is a prerequisite for any agreement, and this can only be done through IAEA inspections. Meanwhile, Iran says U.S. attack widens its scope for military response. It has called U.S. President Donald Trump a "gambler" for joining Israel's military campaign against the Islamic Republic. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Thembisa Fakude a Senior Research Fellow and Director at Africa Asia Dialogues.

The case against a Gauteng woman believed to be part of a syndicate targeting young female professionals is expected to resume in the Springs Magistrate's Court today. Police say the syndicate kidnaps the women and robs them off their belongings, before setting them free. Recently SABC NEWS reported on two cases in which young women were taken out on dates by an alleged scammer, who allegedly used a female accomplice to lure the women into a false sense of security. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Reporter, Horisani Sithole

Former Vhavenda king, Prince Toni Mphephu Ramabulana has told the High Court in Polokwane, Limpopo, that Princess Masindi Mphephu is not eligible to ascend the throne as she is born of a prince and not a king. Prince Toni Mphephu Ramabulana has said that Princess Masindi Mphephu was born before her father, Tshimangadzo Dimbanyika Mphephu, was coronated. Dimbanyika Mphephu died in a car crash in 1998. Princess Masindi Mphephu is contesting her uncle Prince Toni Mphephu Ramabulana for the throne. SABC Reporter, Rendani Raliphaswa has more....

President Cyril Ramaphosa has likened South Africa's Constitutional Court to the birth certificate of the country. Speaking during his keynote address at an event held to mark 30 years of the existence of the Apex court, Ramaphosa outlined the significant role played by the court in the past three decades. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Reporter, Canny Maphanga and Mbekezeli Benjamin, Researcher and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter

The first consignment of vaccines to combat Foot-and-Mouth disease has arrived in the country. An outbreak of the disease, across large parts of South Africa has caused red meat price hikes and bans on exports. The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen confirmed the purchased of 900-thousand doses from the Botswana Vaccine Institute. Thandiswa Mawu reports

There's been another fatal shooting at Walter Sisulu University in the Eastern Cape. A senior official at the University, the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Institutional Support and Development Sinethemba Mpambani has been shot dead outside the institution's Nelson Mandela Drive Campus in Mthatha. Police discovered the victim deceased inside a stationary vehicle, and the motive of the killing is unknown at this stage. Police are still investigating. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Fundiswa Mhlekude.

Pressure is mounting on Parliament to investigate Higher Education Minister, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane after the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education alleges that she misled it about the panel that selected Chairpersons of SETA boards. Nkabane indicated to parliament that the panel was chaired by Adv Terry Motau who is reported to have indicated that he did not. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Abra Barbier who is following that story closely for us...

British and Irish Lions take on Argentina at 9pm tonight in Dublin. It's a warm-up ahead of the tour to Australia. The tourists will play 5 provincial sides before the first Test against Australia on 19 July. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon Gericke

Former MK Party Secretary General Floyd Shivhambu has clarified reasons for his removal from the position. He says it was informed by a fake intelligence report which said he was intending to overthrow former President Jacob Zuma as party leader. Shivambu addressed the media in Midrand north of Johannesburg.

While the SA government have not yet revealed if the Proteas team and management will receive bonuses for winning the World Test Championship, they are still in store for a massive payday.The ICC will pay out around R64 million to the Proteas, depending on the exchange rate, as the winners will pocket $18 million for their efforts. The breakdown of what players will receive has not been detailed, but the money will likely be split among the players, coaching and support staff, and Cricket SA. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon Gericke

Eastern Cape Cogta MEC, Zolile Williams says the provincial government will identify land to relocate the flood victims in Mthatha in the province. Williams was speaking ahead of the day of mourning for the flood victims at at King Sabatha Dalindyebo College in Mthatha. As a temporary solution, the victims have been accommodated to Bed and Breakfast accommodation. Williams was speaking before the commencement of a memorial service currently underway for the 92 who died during last week's floods in the province. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Reporter, Nomzwanele Bacela

South African captain, TembaBavuma, says his team is determined to leave a lasting legacy and hope to inspire teams of the future to also reach for the stars. Bavuma and the Proteas are back home following their heroics at the Home of Cricket at Lord's where they beat defending champions Australia, to claim the ICC's World Test Championship title. Bavuma was addressing the media at Cricket South Africa's headquarters at Melrose Estate in Johannesburg where the players also enjoyed a late lunch with their employer following the arrival earlier this morning

The Consumer Price Index has kept below 3 percent, remaining steady for the Month of May at 2.8 percent. This was announced short while ago by Statistics South Africa on their website. Food prices have however shown a sharp increase with food and non-alcoholic beverages in May sitting at 4.8 percent more expensive than a year ago. Chief Director of Price Statistics at Stats South Africa, Patrick Kelly elaborates...

The Police Ministry revealed in a parliamentary reply that IPID has a backlog of about 15 000 investigations into allegations of crime by police officers. Gauteng is the province with the second highest number of outstanding investigations against police officers, However, it is the leading province in rape by a police officer, it also leads the other provinces by far when it comes to police corruption. Jon Gericke spoke to IPID Spokesperson, Lizzy Suping

Gauteng's Basic Education Department says it continues to offer psycho-social support to the siblings and family of slain teenager Likhona Fose. The department's spokesperson Steve Mabona was speaking outside the Roodepoort Magistrates Court where a 39-year-old suspect Mduduzi Mnisi, made a brief appearance to apply for bail. The court postponed the murder case as Mnisi stands accused for the murder of the 14-year-old Fose whose mutilated body was discovered in an open veld in Durban Deep West of Johannesburg. Here is department spokesperson, Steve Mabona speaking outside court earlier today. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Horisani Sithole

Angry community members in Carolina, Mpumalanga are planning to shutdown the area in protest over poor service delivery. The community accuses the Chief Luthuli Municipality of forcing them to pay for ineffective services. Among their concerns are the poor quality of water, and high electricity prices. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Michael Mdhuli.

United States (US) President Donald Trump has taken to social media, calling for what appears to be the total surrender of the Iranian Government. Trump returned from the G7 Summit in Canada 24 hours early and is presenting a much more muscular approach towards Iran, after urging Tehran's population of almost 10-million people to evacuate the capital as he huddles with his national security team at the White House. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports

The South African Weather Service has issued a warning for a cold front which is expected to sweep through the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces from today. The conditions are set to move in swiftly, with another front anticipated to follow on Thursday evening, intensifying the effects experienced in the regions and surrounding areas. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News Meteorologist, Azwitakadzi Tuwani

The High Court in Pretoria is expected to hear an application by defence counsel, Charles Mnisi, for the dental examination of accused number three in the Senzo Meyiwa trial, Mthobisi Mncube. This follows earlier testimony, in the Pretoria High Court, where a witness mentioned seeing a gold tooth on photographs downloaded from Mncube's phone memory card. Mncube and four others are on trial at the High Court in Pretoria for the 2014 murder of the Bafana Bafana captain. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Reporter, Pearl Magubane

Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi says the National Prosecuting Authority is receiving the necessary support from her department despite its shortcomings. Kubayi is appearing before the parliament's portfolio committee on Justice and Constitutional Development. This comes as Batohi faces scrutiny after alleging that the NPA has been "infiltrated" by rogue elements...

The leadership of the Economic Freedom Fighters says it will assist in the identification of the 10 people who died in the crash on the R34 between Ulundi and Vryheid last night. This comes as the death toll from the bus crash has been revised down to 10. The accident occurred when a bus carrying supporters from the party's National Youth Day rally in Durban, allegedly collided with a oncoming truck struck. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to to SABC Reporter, Mondli Radebe

While no major court is officially named after Roger Federer, a street leading to the tennis stadium in Halle, where he plays, has been named the Roger-Federer-Allee. Additionally, a tennis court at his former club in Basel, Switzerland, is named the "Roger Federer Court". There are tennis courts named after Novak Djokovic, in Belgrade, Serbia, and in Clichy, France. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon Gericke

Action SA says the Government of National Unity (GNU) has not lived up to its promises thus far, The party says 1 year after the formation of the GNU not much progress has been made. Action SA has also lamented the NPA for not dealing with organized crime effectively among other issues. Action SA Parliamentary Leader Athol Trollip says the South African government must tighten its belt in the fight against corruption and crime

Residents of Eldorado Park in Johannesburg are calling on government and local officials to immediately intervene in the violence plaguing the area. This follows a recent shooting of three people over the weekend. Its alleged that unknown suspects opened fire on nine young men standing outside a mosque. Residents say they are living in fear because of a high crime rate in their area. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Calvin Dludla.

The official National Youth Day celebrations have kicked off in Potchefstroom where Deputy President, Paul Mashatile is expected to deliver the keynote address. Young people in attendance have called on government to create platforms where they could exhibit their artistic work. In attendance at this event is the Sports, Arts and culture Minister, Gayton McKenzie, Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa including Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli amongst others.

Several top Iranian commanders have been killed by Israel's large-scale strikes against Iran today. Iran has promised a harsh response and Israel said it was working to intercept about 100 drones launched towards Israeli territory in retaliation. The United States, which was due to hold the latest round of talks with Iran on restricting its nuclear programme on Sunday, said it had had no part in the operation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel military operation would continue for as many days as it takes. Jon Gericke spoke to Dr Sikwani Ncube, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Public Law at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)

The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies is currently in session receiving presentations from Mobile Network Operators on progress being made towards the national goal of universal connectivity as well as approaches towards further reducing the cost to communication. Jon Gericke spoke SABC reporter, Abra Barbier

National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola has committed to an additional five-thousand five hundred new recruits that are to join the South African Police Service. Masemola says advertisement for these new posts will start in June and adds that the new recruitment age limit has been increased from 30 to 35 years old. Masemola has been speaking in Pretoria alongside Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu on strategies to enhance service delivery within the SAPS. He also says they are targeting retired detectives to return to the SAPS on a contractual basis...

The bail application of a police officer who allegedly kidnapped a 19-year-old learner, has been postponed to the 24th of June, to allow for the conclusion of a identification parade into evidence. Kamogelo Baukudi, a Grade 11 learner at a Bloemfontein school for children with special needs, was on his way home from school when was he was kidnapped by two men posing as police officers. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News reporter, Thabiso Radebe.

The bodies of 21 out of the 78 people that have been reported to have died in floods in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape have been positively identified. Heavy rainfall caused the floods in the area. President Cyril Ramaphosa is also currently visiting affected the families. Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa and Premier of the province, Thami Ntuli are also in attendance. The search for more bodies continues. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Eastern Cape Abongile Janjies...

According to a Reuters report, the United States is discouraging other governments from attending next week's High-Level United Nations conference on re-invigorating the two-state solution between Palestinians and Israelis. The news agency cites a U.S. diplomatic cable sent earlier this week. In the cable the US warn countries that taking "anti-Israel actions" after the conference, will be viewed as acting in opposition to U.S. foreign policy interests and possible diplomatic consequences from Washington. This comes as the United States is evacuating non-essential staff and families from certain missions and military bases in the region. This amidst an apparent deadlock in nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran over advancements in Tehran's nuclear programme. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports on these and other developments.

Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube says support for learners and plans to repair damaged infrastructure in the Eastern Cape has started. This after severe floods affected the schooling of more than six-thousand learners. More than 70 schools were damaged. Floods also swept away a bus, in which learners were travelling. Gwarube says resources are being mobilised at national level. For more we are joined on the line by our reporter in the Eastern Cape, Abongile Jantjies and the Gift of the Givers' Ali Sably

Parliament's Constitutional Review Committee has received over 250 public proposals to amend the Constitution, following the close of submissions in May. With an unprecedented volume of input from civil society, political groups and private citizens, the committee now enters the next phase that could span up to a year. Jon Gericke spoke to Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Oscar Mathafa.

The MMC for Public Safety in the City of Johannesburg, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku, says a significant development has emerged in the ongoing investigation into the tragic murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose. A man who owns a spaza shop in Durban Deep, has been arrested following credible leads. He spoke to Jon Gericke

Government is paying millions of Rand to employees who don't exist. That's according to the Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration chairperson Jan de Villiers. De Villiers says many government departments across South Africa are rife with ghost employees, that keeps skilled people out of the workforce while corrupt officials line their pockets. He spoke to Jon Gericke

An Air India plane bound for London with 242 people on board has crashed minutes after taking off from India's Western City of Ahmedabad. The airline and local police say It remains unclear if there are any fatalities. The plane was headed to Gatwick airport in the UK and its understood the crash may have occurred in a civilian area near the airport. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC correspondent in India, Neha Poonia.

A new report compiled by DataEQ has placed the City of Tshwane as the best-performing metro in South Africa in terms of public sentiment, while Johannesburg ranked lowest. The Pulse of the People quarterly report shows that Tshwane recorded the least negative sentiment, driven by praise for clean water access, proactive leadership, and visible service improvements such as cleanup campaigns and law enforcement. In contrast, Johannesburg drew the highest level of public dissatisfaction. Jon Gericke spoke to Sarah Lamb, Head of Client Services at DataEQ.

The DA says it wants all ministers to submits details on the processes followed in every board appointment done by each minister. This follows controversy surrounding Higher Education and Training Minister, Nobuhle Nkabane over the submission to parliament of the names of the independent selection panel she relied on to make appointment to SETA board last month. Nkabane landed in hot water several week ago after it emerged that she had appointed controversial and political connected people to chair the boards of the SETAs. For more on this we are now joined on the line by DA spokesperson and member of the Portfolio Committtee on Higher Education, Karabo Khakhau.

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg is hearing the alleged xenophobia case against civil organiosation, Operation Dudula. Civil orgations including Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia, the South African Informal Traders Forum, the Inner City Federation and Abahlali BaseMjondolo have approacherd the court for relief against Operation Dudula and a number of organs of state for allegedly failing to discharge their duties in relation to Operation Dudula's allegedly discriminatory and unlawful conduct. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News Reporter, Zara Groenewald.

A 39-year-old suspect apprehended in connection with Likhona Fose's murder is expected to appear at the Rooderpoort Magistrate's court today. This follows the discovery of Fose's mutilated body in bushes not far from her home in Durban Deep two weeks ago. Gauteng police say the 14-year-old had gone missing after leaving her home to go play with friends nearby. For the latest we are now joined on the line by our reporter on this story, Sashin Naidoo