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The case of alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and three co-accused, has been postponed to Wednesday in the High Court in Johannesburg. The accused were in court this morning. Matlala is accused of orchestrating the failed attempt to kill his former girlfriend, Tebogo Thobejane, businessman Joe Sibanyoni, and music producer Seunkie Mokubung, popularly known as DJ Vettys. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Sashin Naidoo .

Pakistan and Qatar have welcomed the preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as an important step towards peace and lasting stability in the region. While still a framework, the deal marked the biggest breakthrough towards resolving the conflict that has killed thousands and upended energy markets since it began ‌with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in February. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Former Diplomat and International relations expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela.

Buses have arrived at Durban's Sherwood Hall playground to start repatriation of thousands of displaced Malawian nationals to their country of origin. The group had sought refuge at the site after targeted threats from anti-foreigner groups forced them to flee their communities. Humanitarian groups, including Gift of the Givers, have continued to provide emergency relief while authorities co-ordinate the repatriation process. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Gcinokuhle Malinga

MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma says the government, working with international partners, successfully repatriated the mortal remains of Sihle Makhanye from Russia after a 69-day process. He says the remains travelled via Istanbul before arriving in South Africa and were handed over in KwaZulu-Natal. The funeral will take place on Saturday under uMvoti Municipality with logistical support provided. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Ndabezinhle Sibiya, the spokesperson for the KZN MEC for transport and human settlements, Sboniso Duma.

Anti-crime activists and community leaders on the Cape Flats, Western Cape are raising alarm over the growing number of young people being drawn into gangsterism. Poverty, unemployment, school dropouts, and a lack of recreational facilities are among the factors being blamed. Activists say gangs often fill a void by offering a sense of belonging, protection, and financial support. Children as young as 14 are reportedly being recruited, deepening concerns about the future of vulnerable communities. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the CEO of Inspire Network and a steering committee member of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition Imraahn Mukaddam

The Children Institute and Legal Resources Centre wants the Western Cape High Court to order home affairs to develop and execute a plan to clear its birth registration backlog. The institute says thousands of children currently live without legal recognition and documentation denying them access to healthcare, grants and education. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Attorney at Legal Resources Centre, which is representing the Children's Institute UCT and a group of South African parents in the court case, Claire Rankin

The DA has submitted a comprehensive dossier to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) to investigate the numerous failures of government departments in reporting child pregnancy, which in many cases is evidence of statutory rape and a violation of a child's right. Bongiwe Zwane Spoke to SABC News Reporter Culvin Mabasa

The search for the missing 21-year-old Zenande Chiloane continues. He went missing on Sunday after the vehicle which he was traveling in together with two other persons plunged into the Crocodile River in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. The bodies of the other two were recovered inside the vehicle when it was pulled out of the river. Family and friends have gathered at the scene to help with the search. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Provincial Dive Co-ordinator of the Police Divers, Captain Johan Potgieter.

This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Bongiwe Zwane, once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.

The South African Social Security Agency has distanced itself from an alleged scam targeting elderly grant beneficiaries. SASSA says pensioners are reportedly being misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels. The agency stresses that all its services are free and warns beneficiaries never to share personal information with strangers. SASSA urges grant recipients to remain vigilant and report suspected fraudsters to law enforcement authorities. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA Spokesperson

A helicopter has been brought in to assist in the search of Zenande Chiloane who is missing since Sunday morning after their vehicle plunged into the Crocodile River in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. It is believed that the 21-year-old was in the company of the two people whose bodies were found in the vehicle when it was pulled out. The bodies of the two have been identified as that of Godfrey Virgo and Tintswalo Khoza. SABC reporter Nhlamulo Mabasa .

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says South Africans will be proud of their national team at this years' FIFA World Cup. South Africa will play in the opening match of the tournament against co-hosts Mexico at nine o'clock tonight at Mexico City Stadium. Broos says their aim is to become the first senior team to progress to the second round of the tournament. But history is stacked against South Africa having failed to win any of the opening games in three previous tournaments. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Senior SABC Sports Reporter, Vincent Sitsula

"ELECTION WEDNESDAYS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IEC". As the country prepares to hold the local government elections on the 4th of November this year. The national voter registration weekend will take place on 20 and 21 June. We continue with our Call-to-Action theme, with more focus on who registers to vote? What to bring, why we vote and why you need to update your details What you need to register to vote. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the IEC General Manager of Civic and Democracy Education, Research & Knowledge Management, Moagisi Lethlaku

Witness I testifying off camera at the Madlanga Commission has revealed a previously undisclosed two-year stay at a property linked to alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, saying it followed a violent attack he suffered in which he was injured and his state firearm stolen. He maintains he had no direct dealings with Matlala, insisting the arrangement was facilitated through Captain Zungu. Witness I is back today at the commission to continue his testimony relating to the Aeroton drug bust in the south of Johannesburg. The drug bust took place in Aeroton in 2021, where more than 700 kilograms of drugs were seized.

Parliament's Portfolio Committees on Transport and Home Affairs have expressed shock at the widespread abuse of Traffic Register Numbers, or TRNs, allegedly by criminal syndicates. MPs heard that around one million TRN applications may have been supported by fraudulent documents. The committees say the system has been exploited to open bank accounts, purchase vehicles and bypass immigration controls. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Transport Donald Selamolela.

Residents of the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, suspect illegal mining to be behind last night's mass shooting. Twelve people were killed and nine others wounded after a group of men randomly opened fire in the informal settlement. The more than ten suspects then fled the scene in a taxi. Gauteng Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni investigators are following strong leads, despite the lack of arrests.Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Chairperson of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety, Dr Bandile Masuku.

Residents of the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, suspect illegal mining to be behind last night's mass shooting. Twelve people were killed and nine others wounded after a group of men randomly opened fire in the informal settlement. The more than ten suspects then fled the scene in a taxi. Gauteng Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni investigators are following strong leads, despite the lack of arrests.Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Security Strategist and Retired Interpol Ambassador, Andy Mashaile

Residents of the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, have called for police visibility in their area. The call comes after twelve people were killed and nine others wounded in a shooting incident in the area last night. More than ten suspects are still at large.Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Sashin Naidoo.

Zakhele Mthethwa, the 22-year-old man seen in a viral video allegedly assaulting an elderly woman, has appeared in court. The charge against him has been upgraded from assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm to attempted murder. Mthethwa has been remanded in custody to secure legal representation through legal aid and is expected back in court on Thursday, 11 June 2026. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Mpumalanga Police Spokesperson, Brigadier Donald Mdhluli

South Africa's economy has grown by a modest zero-point-five percent in the first quarter of 2026 from zero-point-four percent in last quarter of 2025. The latest data released by Statistics South Africa shows that Gross Domestic Product was supported by increased output in the agriculture, finance, trade, transport and the mining sectors contributed positively to the economy in the first quarter of the year. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to KPMG Economist, Frank Blackmore

A University of Cape Town study has found alarming levels of alcohol use among adolescent girls and young women in SA. Researchers found that nearly one in 3 young women surveyed consumed alcohol, some of them engaging in binge drinking. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Dr. Mpho Tlali, senior research officer at the Center for Integrated Data and Epidemiological Research (CIDER) in the School of Public Health at the University of Cape Town.

The Border Management Authority says it has processed 663 Ghanaian nationals for repatriation through OR Tambo International Airport over the weekend. BMA Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato says the operation was conducted in partnership with the Ghanaian High Commission and other government stakeholders. More than 490 travellers were declared undesirable after overstaying their visas. BMA's Deputy Assistant Commissioner Mmemme Mogotsi explains

More than 300 EPWP workers otherwise called Green Army will today march to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's office in Johannesburg to demand their reinstatement. The Green Army claim their contracts were unlawfully terminated and some of them have never been paid while others were paid a monthly stipend of 2-thousand 800 instead of the government mandated monthly allowance of 5-thousand - 700 rand. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Horisani Sithole

President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is intensifying efforts to curb the employment of undocumented foreign nationals. He says the South African Police Service, Home Affairs and the Department of Employment and Labour will step up inspections at workplaces. Ramaphosa says the Labour Department has begun recruiting 10,000 inspectors this financial year to strengthen enforcement. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Employment and Labour, inspector general Aggy Moiloa.

KwaThema residents have embarked on a protest march which is expected to move between KwaThema and Springs today. Residents are reportedly calling for government to take decisive action on issues affecting communities. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Luyanda Danca

The Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Mosa Chabane, has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's call for stronger action against illegal immigration. Chabane says government departments must urgently implement the President's directives to strengthen immigration enforcement, tackle corruption, and improve border security. He also backed plans to increase labour inspectors and immigration officers, while stressing the need for regional cooperation to address migration challenges across Africa. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Committee Chair Mosa Chabane

This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Bongiwe Zwane once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.

One person has lost his life in the Garden Route storms that swept the district over the last two days. Police have confirmed that they've found the body of a 40-year-old male, who was swept away in floodwaters on Wednesday night in Waboomskraal, outside George in the Western Cape. The body was recovered this morning after the victim was swept into the swollen Kliprivier. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Garden Route Head of Disaster Management, Gerhard Otto

President Cyril Ramaphosa says HIV/AIDS has left a destruction and scars in many families across the country and the globe. Ramaphosa was speaking at the official launch of the HIV prevention drug- Lenacapavir in Secunda, Mpumalanga. He says 360 public health care centers in the country's provinces will be administering the drug to save lives. Ramaphosa has urged young people to continue using other preventative measures available beyond the new drug. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Director at Advocacy for Prevention of HIV and AIDS, Yvette Raphael

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the suspension of nine police officers who served as members of the Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) in relation to the Medicare 24 tender process. The affected members have been placed on suspension pending the finalisation of disciplinary and related investigations. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Corruption Watch spokesperson Janine Erasmus

he only road linking South Africa and Lesotho over the Drakensberg, Sani Pass in KwaZulu-Natal, has been closed following heavy snowfall. The KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department says severe weather forced the shutdown. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Senzelwe Mzila, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs spokesperson Senzelwe Mzila.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will dispatch envoys across Africa and other continents following recent immigration tensions within the country targeting foreign nationals. Speaking alongside Kenyan President William Ruto in Pretoria yesterday during the stateve visit, Ramaphosa said the envoys will engage countries and stakeholders on migration challenges. He stressed that South Africans are not xenophobic and want to live peacefully with fellow Africans. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Tshepo Matseba Managing Director at Reputation 1st Group

Former SAPS organised crime boss Richard Shibiri has been dismissed following a disciplinary hearing held last month. SAPS confirmed his departure, stating he was found guilty of misconduct that brought the organisation into disrepute, including associating with a known criminal. The matter gained attention during testimony before the Madlanga Commission, where Shibiri admitted receiving a R70 000 loan from alleged cartel figure Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala to repair his son's vehicle. SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe explains

The legal representative of alleged political fixerBrown Mogotsi, says they will appeal the decision by the Johannesburg Magistrate Court to deny him bail. Mogotsi is facing charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, discharging a firearm in a built-up area, defeating the ends of justice. He allegedly staged a hit on his life in Vosloorus, east of Johannesburg in November last year. The matter has been postponed to 12th of this month. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Refilwe Mekoa

Several parts of the Western Cape are for the second week experiencing heavy rains, accompanied by extremely cold weather conditions. And this has led to mass evacuations, flooded roads and multiple major route closures, with municipal authorities warning motorists and the residents to exercise extreme caution. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the South African Weather Service forecaster Lehlohonolo Thobela

The family of a toddler in Esikhawini, north of Richards Bay, is awaiting autopsy results after the child reportedly died and another remains in a critical condition following allegations of consuming chips bought from a local tuckshop. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Nonhlakanipho Magwaza

The Speaker of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature has confirmed that former NFP provincial leader Mbali Shinga is no longer a member of the legislature following her expulsion from her party. Speaking during today's sitting, Speaker Nontembeko Boyce announced receiving a notice from the NFP on the its decision to remove Shinga from the legislature. The party has also submitted a revised candidate list that places NFP President Ivan Barnes as Shinga's replacement. Shinga has approached the court to challenge her removal from the legislature. Boyce says according to the Constitution, the expulsion rendered the NFP's sole seat in the legislature vacant. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Political analyst Thobani Zikalala

President Cyril Ramaphosa is hosting his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto on a state visit at the Union Buildings. The meeting is looking at strengthening the relations between the two countries who have long-standing ties. This meeting comes at a time when the developments in the Middle East have a serious impact on the continent. President Ramaphosa says the meeting comes at a time when the Sudan conflict continues to rage. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Former Ambassador and International Relations Expert Dr Kingsley Makhubela

The Pietermaritzburg High Court is today hearing an urgent interdict from expelled National Freedom Party (NFP) chairperson MbaliShinga, who is seeking an urgent court interdict to halt her removal from the provincial legislature. Shinga is challenging her expulsion and wants the Pietermaritzburg High Court to prevent the Speaker from swearing in NFP president Ivan Barnes as her replacement. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to legal representative of Mbali Shinga, Sthembiso Mbhele

Disaster officials in the Garden Route region of the Western Cape says some communities in low lying areas have been evacuated as a precaution, in case of rivers bursting its banks. The region is experiencing heavy rain and wind. There have been incidents of flooding and power outages. The Western Cape Government has urged residents to prepare for severe weather conditions expected to hit parts of the province from Wednesday into Thursday. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Garden Route District Municipality Disaster Management head Gerhard Otto

The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro authorities in the Eastern Cape say they are ready to house communities should the need arise. No evacuations or major incidents have been reported thus far following level eight warning of disruptive rains in the Nelson Mandela Bay and surroundings. However, schooling in Nelson Mandela and Sarah Baartman regions has been suspended as a precaution. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality spokesperson Sithembiso Soyaya

"ELECTION WEDNESDAYS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE IEC". Call to Action, South Africa's eligible voters encouraged to use the Online Voter portal to register to vote on 4 November 2026As voter registration weekend (June 20-21) nears, it's important that first time voters are ready vote. We unpack how being on the voters' roll empowers eligible voters. How /Why their vote count. The Commission's online voter portal enables unregistered voters to conveniently and efficiently register and be included on the voters' roll. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the General Manager for Electoral Matters, James Aphane

South Africa is expected to begin the formal extradition process to secure the return of two suspects linked to the murder of a couple in the Kruger National Park.The suspects were arrested in Mozambique earlier this week in connection with the murders of two tourists, Dina and Ernst Marais. The couple from Mossel Bay, Western Cape, was brutally killed at the Crooks Corner viewpoint at the intersection of Limpopo and Levubu rivers in the northern side of the park. Bongiwe Zwane spoke Limpopo police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba

Lt-Col Justice Jabulani Duma told the Madlanga Commission that he had no interaction with an official who claimed he was not informed about the container inspection that led to a major drug seizure. Duma said he was unaware of the procedures followed by that official and believed any communication failures may have occurred at depot level. He explained that the container had already left Durban Harbour and was located at a depot when the inspection took place. Duma further testified that ORS members were present during the inspection and that information about who attended the operation would ordinarily be recorded in his official report submitted after the operation.

Western Cape police say they are investigating violence in Mossel Bay following deadly incidents in KwaNonqaba and nearby informal settlements. Authorities say two Mozambican nationals and a South African teenager were killed in separate attacks linked to recent unrest. Police report that about 55 shacks were torched during the violence in Asla Park, prompting rapid deployment of public order units and emergency services. The South African Police Service says calm has since been restored, with several arrests already made on charges including public violence and possession of stolen property. Investigations continue into the killings, with detectives pursuing known suspects in one of the murder cases.Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Sagree Chetty

Taxi umbrella body SANTACO has called on law-enforcement agencies to act swiftly and decisively to bring to book, those responsible for a taxi-related shooting incident in Nyanga(on the Cape Flats) this morning which left four people dead. Two other were wounded in the shooting. The injured victims were taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Western Cape police spokesperson, Andrè Traut

Warrant Officer Karl Sander of the Directorate for Priority Crimes, the Hawks in KwaZulu-Natal, has told the Madlanga Commission he was called in to provide a statement regarding the alleged Port Shepstone drugs theft. He says he had no direct involvement at the scene and was only brought in for polygraph testing after senior managers informed staff of the incident circulating on social media. .The commission continues its probe into allegations of corruption, political interference, and criminal infiltration within South Africa's criminal justice system.

The family of slain Madlanga Commission witness Marius Van Der Merwe has welcomed the Brakpan Magistrate's Court's decision to DENY bail his alleged shooter, Matipandile Sotheni. The court has found that the state has a prima facie case against the accused. Sotheni faces 16 charges—including murder and conspiracy to commit murder—linked to the fatal shooting of Van der Merwe in in front of his family outside their Brakpan home in December last week. The Prosecutor has argued that Sotheni is a flight risk and presented contradictory information in his bail affidavits. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Culvin Mabasa

NGOs and Civic Organisations are calling for stronger measures to protect children from abuse. They also want more effort to ensure perpetrators are held accountable. The organisations say lengthy court delays, inadequate resources and gaps in support services continue to undermine justice for child victims. These concerns were highlighted as a the country celebrates child protection week from 29 May to 5 June. Children accompanied by adults and Gauteng Department of Social Development marched with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya in support of children's rights to safety. Culvin Mabasa reports...

The Mineral and Petroleum Resources Department has announced the fuel adjustment for june, with petrol and diesel prices moving in opposite directions. The new fuel prices come into effect from Wednesday. Both grades of petrol will go up by R1.43 per litre and diesel will drop by between R3.25 cents and R2.62 per litre, depending on the grade.The department has also confirmed that illuminating paraffin is set to decrease by more than R5 per litre.The maximum retail price of LP gas will be reduced by 17 cents per kilogram countrywide and 20 cents per kilogram in the Saldana area in the Western Cape. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Fuel Retailers Association CEO, Reggie Sibiya

This Friday, SAfm’s radio anchor Sakina Kamwendo once again spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly, delving deeper into the world of mining and engineering.