Podcasts about Pretoria

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Journalist, Wendy Knowler about a Pretoria woman who made a booking for three nights in a Cape Town hotel, and then cancelled within the hour. But she was told she had to forfeit every cent of that payment, because of the hotel’s no refund policy. Relebogile and Wendy chat to Consumer Goods and Services Ombud, Lee Soobrathi about the legalities around “no refund” policies on accommodation bookings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Africa's automotive industry is in a state of flux. In this episode of the TechCentral Show, BMW Group South Africa CEO Peter van Binsbergen unpacks the challenges – and opportunities – facing a sector under pressure. He tells TechCentral editor Duncan McLeod about the future of BMW's Rosslyn manufacturing plant in Pretoria, which was established more than half a century ago, and the urgent need for new government policy to ensure the automotive industrial base in South Africa is future-fit and ready for the shift to electric mobility. Van Binsbergen also discusses the rise of imported vehicles in the sales mix in South Africa – including the rapid expansion of Chinese brands. China is a market he knows well, having spent three years there with BMW. In the interview, TechCentral Show viewers will also hear about: • The state of the local automotive manufacturing industry; • What South Africa needs to implement in policy reform to ensure the automotive industrial base in South Africa – and why this is urgent; • How the country must adapt to the global shift to electric mobility; • The role of BMW's IT Hub in South Africa; • BMW's global EV strategy, and what that means for South African EV buyers; and • BMW's Neue Klasse vehicles, which run the company's next-generation EV platform, and why they are significant to its future. Don't miss a fascinating discussion! TechCentral

Die Nobelpryswenner en ekonoom Joseph Stiglitz sê globale ongelykheid is 'n ernstige probleem wat gesondheid, onderwys en die ekonomie raak. Hy en die uitvoerende direkteur van UNAids, Winnie Byanyima, het 'n verslag oor ongelykheid aan president Cyril Ramaphosa by die Uniegebou in Pretoria oorhandig. Stiglitz stel 'n internasionale paneel oor ongelykheid voor om regerings te lei oor billiker beleide. Hy het die G20 aangespoor om op te tree, aangesien ongelykheid 'n keuse is wat met kennis en samewerking aangespreek kan word:

Le salon Acces organisé par la plateforme «Music in Africa» rassemble, chaque année, les acteurs continentaux du monde de la musique. Et la semaine dernière, c'est à Pretoria, en Afrique du Sud, qu'ils ont pu échanger, pendant trois jours, pour analyser les modèles économiques possibles et les solutions pour que les artistes africains bénéficient davantage de leur musique. De notre correspondante de retour de Pretoria, Bien qu'il reste encore de taille modeste par rapport au reste du monde, le secteur musical africain connaît une forte progression : selon la dernière étude de la Fédération internationale de l'industrie phonographique (IFPI), les revenus de la musique enregistrée en Afrique subsaharienne se sont accrus de plus de 22% en 2024, dépassant pour la première fois les 100 millions de dollars. Mais pour le chanteur et producteur sud-africain, Zakes Bantwini, les artistes n'obtiennent pas forcément de retombées financières : « C'est magnifique de voir que, dans différentes régions du monde, les gens apprécient désormais la musique africaine. Mais il faut que cela se reflète dans nos comptes bancaires. Pour l'instant, ça ne se traduit pas vraiment comme ça, mais comme je le dis souvent, c'est à nous d'essayer de changer les choses. »  Le manque d'infrastructures Sur place, le secteur est encore trop peu structuré et développé, et les artistes africains doivent continuer à dépendre des marchés mondiaux, comme l'explique Dolapo Amusat, créateur et directeur de la plateforme nigériane We Talk Sound : « Même si on observe un véritable boom, le manque d'infrastructures sur le continent empêche cette croissance de bénéficier pleinement aux artistes. Prenons l'exemple du Nigeria : comment voulez-vous organiser une tournée ? Il n'y a pas toujours d'infrastructures adéquates, les problèmes de sécurité persistent. De plus, du côté des plateformes de streaming, beaucoup de gens continuent à consommer la musique illégalement ou n'ont pas les moyens de payer les abonnements. Résultat : les artistes gagnent très peu d'argent sur leur marché local, et finissent donc par privilégier l'Europe ou les États-Unis, là où se trouvent les revenus — ce qui affaiblit l'écosystème africain. » Et pour la chanteuse Solange Cesarovna, co-fondatrice de la Société cap-verdienne de musique (SCM), il est aussi primordial que les artistes s'informent sur leurs droits : « Je pense que la chose la plus importante qu'il faut viser, pour devenir professionnel, c'est d'acquérir les connaissances. Et bien souvent, nous, les créateurs, nous sommes fascinés par notre processus créatif, et tout le travail autour de la musique en elle-même. Sauf que pour être professionnel, il faut aussi comprendre l'autre versant, la façon dont les affaires fonctionnent, même si on n'a pas l'âme d'un entrepreneur : c'est vital afin de conclure des contrats. » Solange Cesarovna soutient d'ailleurs la plateforme CLIP qui veut justement aider les créateurs à mieux comprendre les droits de propriété intellectuelle, pour réclamer leur dû. À lire aussiÀ Pretoria, le continent cherche à récolter les fruits de sa révolution musicale

Financial strategist and American analyst Matt Chancey joins Alec Hogg to unpack the significance of Donald Trump's pick for US ambassador to South Africa, Brent Bozell. Known for his fierce media criticism and conservative influence, Bozell's arrival could mark a turning point in US-SA relations. Chancey explains what Bozell's appointment means for trade, diplomacy, and the ideological balance between Washington and Pretoria — and why South Africans should pay close attention.

Send us your feedback — we're listening2 Chronicles 7:14 — Global Prayer for Revival, Healing, and Restoration in South Africa6 P.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Johannesburg, from Sydney to Kigali — standing in prayer for the nation of South Africa.Scripture (NIV)“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” — 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV)Show NotesTonight we lift South Africa in focused prayer — a nation rich in faith, culture, beauty, and spiritual history, yet wrestling with deep wounds: division, corruption, crime, unemployment, and spiritual fatigue. But where people pray, God moves. Revival is not a myth — it is a response to a praying people.We pray for unity between churches, peace in communities, healing of broken systems, restoration of families, and a fresh wave of Holy Spirit fire across Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg, and every rural village in between.From London to Johannesburg, from Sydney to Kigali, believers are agreeing in faith: South Africa shall rise in Christ.Declare it boldly: “South Africa will see revival. God will heal the land.”10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for revival in South Africa Prayer for national healing and unity Prayer for violence and crime to decrease Prayer for government leaders in South Africa Prayer for youth restoration and future hope Prayer for churches to stand in unity and truth Prayer for poverty and inequality to be broken Prayer for healing from corruption and injustice Prayer for the Gospel to transform communities Prayer for South Africa to turn back to GodLife ApplicationYou may not live in South Africa, but intercession is global. When you pray for a nation, you participate in its healing.DeclarationSouth Africa belongs to Jesus. Revival is rising. God is healing the land, restoring hope, and lifting His church.Call to ActionShare this focused prayer for South Africa and stand in global intercession. Support this listener-funded ministry at BuyMeACoffee.com/DailyPrayerUK and help us lift nations in prayer daily. Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for more 5-minute global prayers with Reverend Ben Cooper.SouthAfricaPrSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Can women earn more than their partners and still be happy at home? How does a higher income affect family dynamics and the division of household chores? Datshiane Navanayagam talks to an author in the UK and a South African academic who've researched the issues.Dr Bianca Parry is a social psychology lecturer at University College London. While working at the Centre for Mediation in Africa (CMA) at the University of Pretoria, she carried out several research projects on female breadwinners, focusing on the experiences of marginalised and vulnerable communities.Melissa Hogenboom is an award-winning science writer and author (she also works for BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the BBC). Her latest book is called Breadwinners: and other power dynamics that influence your life. She draws on socio-economic research and dozens of candid interviews with female breadwinners, stay-at-home dads and same-sex couples about how unequal earnings affect relationships.Produced by Jane Thurlow(Image: (L) Dr Bianca Parry credit Mariki Uitenweerde. (R), Melissa Hogenboom credit Fran Gomez de Villaboa.)

Kaapstad verwelkom die Hooggeregshof in Pretoria se bevel dat die Nasionale Energiereguleerder van Suid-Afrika nuwe tydlyne moet instel vir sy proses om munisipale elektrisiteitstariewe goed te keur. Die hof het bevind Nersa se proses om die tariewe goed te keur sonder om behoorlike kostestudies en openbare-deelnameprosesse uit te voer, is ongrondwetlik. Kaapstad se burgemeester, Geordin Hill-Lewis, sê inwoners in alle munisipaliteite sal nou voordeel trek uit groter deursigtigheid in besluite oor die vasstelling van elektrisiteitstariewe:

Thousands of workers from across South Africa are set to march to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in Pretoria today. The workers, part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and Community Work Programme (CWP), are demanding justice, payment, and dignity. They're being led by the Maanda Ashu Workers Union of South Africa (MAWUSA), an associate member of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement. The union is expected to handover a memorandum to Public Works and infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson. Elvis Presslin spoke to Maanda Ashu Workers Union of South Africa (MAWUSA) National Organiser, Cedric Chauke

Die Hooggeregshof in Pretoria het bevind Nersa se proses om munisipale elektrisiteitstariewe goed te keur, is ongrondwetlik. Die hof het beslis Nersa het versuim om behoorlike kostebepalings te doen en openbaredeelname-prosesse te volg. AfriForum het die saak met koste gewen en nuwe sperdatums vir openbare deelname verseker voor tariewe goedgekeur word. Die hof het Nersa beveel om besluite teen Mei 2026 af te handel. Deidré Steffens van AfriForum sê die uitspraak is ʼn oorwinning vir alle elektrisiteitsverbruikers:

Bongani Bingwa speaks with columnist and essayist Ismail Lagardien, who provides analysis on the week’s key political developments including the DA’s motion of no confidence against Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi amid pushback from the ANC, EFF, and MK Party; Deputy Police Minister Cassel Mathale’s appearance before Parliament’s ad hoc committee; and revelations from the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria exposing deep dysfunction within South Africa’s law enforcement agencies. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US-South Africa relations stand at a pivotal moment, shaped by the arrival of a new US ambassador and the shifting balance of power between Washington and Beijing. Meanwhile, Mozambique's embattled gas projects face mounting terrorist threats, raising urgent questions about South Africa's regional influence, economic resilience, and the growing pressures of migration across southern Africa.

The North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has reserved judgment in a case between the Information Regulator and the Department of Basic Education over the publication of matric results. The Regulator is seeking clarity on whether the DBE's method of publishing results complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act. The court heard arguments from both sides and will deliver its judgment at a later date. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nomzamo Zondi, Senior Manager of Communications and Data at the Information Regulator

Prof. Adré Schreuder, buitengewone professor aan die Universiteit van Pretoria, gesels oor die jongste indeks vir verbruikerstevredenheid in die mediese fondsbedryf. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Members of the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) are staging a sit-in at the Baviaanspoort Correctional Centre in Pretoria. The action follows the alleged victimisation of union representatives, including the suspension of the POPCRU Chairperson and intimidation of shop stewards. The union is demanding the release of arrested members, an end to intimidation and the reinstatement of its Chairperson. They also want the withdrawal of new shift changes pending proper dispute resolution. Elvis Presslin spoke to POPCRU Spokesperson, Richard Mamabolo

Aubrey Masango speaks to Dr Nasiphi Moya, Mayor of the City of Tshwane on the allegations of irregular expenditure on water tankers in the city. They also touch on ways in which the City of Tshwane is working to address the issues raised by the residents. Tags: 702, The Aubrey Masango Show, Aubrey Masango, Current Affairs, Dr Nasiphi Moya, City of Tshwane, Pretoria, Water, R777 million, Tankers, Bronkhorspruit, Infrastructure The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die nasionale ballistiese hoof van die polisie, Mishak Mkhabela, het aan die Madlanga-kommissie gesê die reeksnommer van 'n vuurwapen wat in die moord op die ingenieur Armand Swart gebruik is en waarvan die reeksnommer aanvanklik onleesbaar was, is later in 'n laboratorium in Amanzimtoti in KwaZulu-Natal herwin. Mkhabela van die Forensiese Wetenskaplaboratorium in Silverton, Pretoria sê 'n tydlyn sal toon hoe vuurwapens wat in die Swart-saak gebruik is, met ander misdade verbind word. Hy het meer oor hulle reeksnommer-herwinning:

Die polisie se senior forensiese ontleder, Solomon Modisane, het onthul dat dieselfde AK-47-geweer gebruik is in die moorde op die ingenieur Armand Swart, DJ Sumbody, DJ Vintos en die sakeman Don Tindleni. Modisane, wat vanaf 'n ander bestemming voor die Madlanga-kommissie getuig, sê die patroondoppies op al vier misdaadtonele stem ooreen onder mikroskopiese ontleding. Hy beskryf dit as bisar dat die vuurwapen wat in die moord op Swart gebruik is, in Pretoria sowel as Amanzimtoti in KwaZulu-Natal ondersoek is:

In this episode of The Compendium, we revisit the tragic story of Reeva Steenkamp and the night she was killed by Oscar Pistorius. From the rise of the Blade Runner to the shocking Valentine's Day shooting in Pretoria, we examine the trial, the verdict, and the controversy that followed. Exploring themes of manslaughter, parole, and South Africa's crime culture, this episode asks: who was Reeva, and what does her story reveal about justice and violence? We give you just the Compendium, but if you want more, here are our resources: Oscar Pistorius: Behind the Door – by Mandy Wiener One Tragic Night: The Shooting of Reeva Steenkamp – by Barry Bateman & Mandy Wiener Oscar Pistorius: The Trial of the Blade Runner (2018) – by BBC Host & Show Info Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they're your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people. Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland by Aleksey Chistilin Trailer Music: Stealy Move by Soundroll Community & Calls to Action ⭐ Review & follow on: Spotify & Apple Podcasts

'n Ballistiese kenner van die polisiediens getuig op Dag 18 van die Madlanga-kommissie in Pretoria. Die Kommissie vir Geslagsgelykheid is bekommerd oor die feit dat geslagsgebasseerde misdaadsake toenemend teruggetrek word. In die Oos-Kaap is uitspraak voorbehou in die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag se saak teen die kwytskelding van die Nigeriese tele-evangelis, Timothy Omotoso.

Pippa speaks to Dr Hafiza Parkar, a new PhD graduate from the University of Pretoria about a truly groundbreaking development that could change the way doctors treat burns, ulcers, and other complex wounds. Her work focuses on developing 3D-bioprinted, personalised “natural” skin substitutes — a potential game-changer for reconstructive medicine. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die DA sê die uitspraak teen Jacob Zuma oor sy regskoste wat deur die staat betaal word, is ʼn oorwinning vir Suid-Afrika en die beskerming van belastingbetalersgeld. Die Hooggeregshof in Pretoria het die oudpresident opdrag gegee om 28,9 miljoen Suid-Afrikaanse rand aan regskoste te betaal wat onregmatig deur die staat befonds is. Zuma moet die skuld binne 60 dae vereffen. Willie Aucamp van die DA sê die publiek moet ingelig bly oor die vordering om die fondse te herwin:

Former President Jacob Zuma has been ordered to repay R28.9 million spent by the state on his personal legal fees related to the Arms Deal. The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria ruled that Zuma must pay the amount, plus 20 years' interest, within 60 days. If he fails to pay, his assets or pension may be attached. Zuma's legal team is currently studying the judgment. But can Mr. Zuma successfully challenge the recent ruling? To answer this and more, Elvis Presslin spoke to Legal analyst, Melusi Xulu

Rediscovering Forgotten Flavours: University of Pretoria Revives Indigenous Crops for Food Security by Radio Islam

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Erika Gibson, senior investigative reporter at City Press, about a shocking report revealing that a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) crane truck was used to travel more than 1,200 kilometres from Oudtshoorn to Pretoria, all to remove just two tree stumps from the yard of Major-General Edward Mulaudzi. The discussion delves into what this incident says about wasteful expenditure and misuse of state resources within the SANDF. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we act as a mission force that changes the world? Johnathan Atkins imparts a vision to preach the gospel to and disciple the next generation in order to impact the world. Johnathan is the Lead Pastor of Every Nation Tshwane—Willows in Pretoria, South Africa.

South Africa's trade future with the US hangs in the balance. Speaking to Alec Hogg from California, Anthony Ginsberg, founder of GinsGlobal Index Funds, says Washington's dealmakers are eager to cut tariffs and revive AGOA — but Pretoria's lack of representation and lingering ideology are stalling progress. With 600 American companies already in SA and billions in investment waiting, Ginsberg warns that without a business-minded ambassador and pragmatic leadership, the window of opportunity could close fast.

Abenteuerreise für Familien durch Südafrika und Eswatini: Wir entdecken das Königreich Eswatini, beobachten Flusspferde in St. Lucia und erleben Buckelwale direkt am Strand von Zinkwasi am Indischen Ozean. Außerdem geht es zum Wandern in die Drakensberge und zum Abschluss über Pretoria und Soweto zurück nach Johannesburg. Eine unvergessliche Familien-Gruppenreise voller Natur, Kultur und einzigartiger Begegnungen.

Jean Ward is a web developer, graphic designer, imaging specialist, and independent Mars researcher from Pretoria, South Africa.Mr. Ward earned two academic degrees in telecommunications and  electronic commerce, and currently works as an information technology specialist at Telkom, South Africa's leading telecommunications company.The majority of his Mars research involves sifting through thousands of orbiter photographs published on NASA's website. Some of his discoveries have been featured on The History Channel's The UnXplained with William Shatner.ContactTwitter / XJean Ward's Megalithic MarsVideosYouTubeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

In a historic leap for biotech in Africa, Pretoria-based Altera Biosciences has secured R29 million in pre-seed funding to develop a universal donor cell platform aimed at revolutionising transplant medicine. The technology could enable off-the-shelf cell therapies to overcome one of medicine's greatest challenges: donor–recipient matching - a problem particularly acute in Africa given its unmatched genetic diversity. While this makes Africa a natural proving ground, Altera's ambitions are global, with the platform designed to expand access to advanced cell therapies worldwide. Led by biotech entrepreneur Alexandra Miszewski and Professor Michael Pepper, director of the Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Pretoria, Altera is positioning South Africa at the forefront of global medical innovation. In an interview with BizNews, the founders shared their vision to tackle one of medicine's toughest challenges and elevate South Africa's role in international biotech. Professor Pepper noted, “If Altera develops the technology to solve this problem here, it could be solved for the rest of the world.” Miszewski added that the funding signals growing confidence in South Africa's biotech sector and the depth of expertise within the country.

Academic Perspectives on Environmental Information Access in Africa In recognition of the 2025 International Day for Universal Access to Information, the Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria,  presents a thought-provoking podcast episode exploring the theme ‘Ensuring Access to Environmental Information in the Digital Age.' The episode is hosted by Belinda Matore and features insights from Lassané Ouedraogo and Marie Valerie Uppiah, distinguished academics engaged in the intersection of environmental governance, human rights, and sustainable development in Africa. The discussion examines barriers to and opportunities for enhancing access to environmental information across Africa. Lassané Ouedraogo, a PhD researcher and environmental law specialist, highlights that access to environmental information is not confined to ecological concerns alone. Rather, it is integrally connected to the protection and realisation of fundamental human rights, including the right to life. He highlights the significance of transparency and accuracy in the dissemination of environmental information to ensure that communities are adequately informed and empowered. Echoing this view, Marie Valerie Uppiah, an expert in international trade law, law of the sea, and ocean governance, emphasises the multifaceted nature of environmental information. She illustrates how its accessibility is intrinsically linked to a broad spectrum of rights, including the rights to health, water and sanitation, and socio-economic development. She references the landmark case SERAC v Nigeria, and illustrates how legal precedents have established the essential role that environmental information plays in holding states accountable and advancing environmental justice. Uppiah also discusses the role of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) as essential tools for informing communities about the ecological implications of infrastructure projects. She cites the innovative example of MoNatir (“My Nature”), a digital platform developed in Mauritius that provides real-time information on key environmental indicators such as air quality, beach conditions, and waste management. She describes the platform as a “revolutionary” tool in facilitating public engagement and environmental awareness. In concluding the discussion, Ouedraogo reiterates the role of communities as active agents in environmental governance. He calls for a culture of civic curiosity and public vigilance, urging communities to take initiative in seeking out information related to their environments and government-led development projects. Speaker Biographies Lassané Ouedraogo is the Acting Coordinator of the LLM in International Trade and Investment Law in Africa at the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria. Marie Valerie Uppiah is a Senior lecturer in International Trade Law and Law of the Sea & Ocean Governance at the University of Mauritius.

Where did Elon Musk's epic ambitions begin? In search of clues we return to his sheltered youth in apartheid South Africa, a world engineered for white supremacy. Along the way, we connect the dots between a bizarre White House ambush of South African president Cyril Ramaphosa to teenage Elon's ego-powered quests in video games. Finally, was his “draft dodge” from military service a moral act or an opportunist's exit?Guests in this episode include:Rudolph Pienaar, childhood friend of Elon MuskWill Shoki, South African journalist and writerTopics in this episode include:Donald Trump's Oval Office ambush of President Cyril Ramaphosa with conspiracy theories about an anti-white Afrikaaner farmer genocide, or “white genocide” in South AfricaElon Musk's South African childhood, including his time at Pretoria Boys High School and his approach to fantasy role playing video gamesApartheid and structural white privilege/supremacy The South African Border War, conscription and draft-dodging

Retour sur un pan assez peu connu de l'histoire de la lutte contre l'apartheid : le combat pour développer le sport non ségrégué.  Un mouvement de boycott sportif avait vu le jour, afin d'isoler Pretoria au niveau international et la faire exclure des organisations mondiales, mais à l'intérieur du pays, des clubs et des fédérations se sont aussi battus pour créer tout un écosystème sportif non racial parallèle, et un fonds tente de préserver cette histoire. De notre correspondante à Johannesburg,  Les archives au sous-sol de l'université de Wits sont un vrai dédale, mais Ajit Gandabhai sait exactement où il se dirige : « Il y a une multitude de catégories, mais nous, on va vers la section sportive ». Ici se trouvent de précieuses ressources pour les historiens et les passionnés de sport. Une collection d'objets et de documents qui montrent que bien avant la fin de l'apartheid, les communautés noires, indiennes et métisses jouaient déjà au cricket, au rugby ou encore au tennis : « Là, ce sont des rapports financiers de clubs qui datent de 1973. Et ça, c'est le trophée de la compétition de cricket, seulement pour les fédérations non raciales, le vainqueur l'emportait avec lui », détaille Ajit Gandabhai. En 1964, l'Afrique du Sud est exclue des Jeux olympiques, puis six ans plus tard, de la Coupe du monde de foot. Le gouvernement prend alors des mesures cosmétiques pour présenter au monde une façade plus acceptable. Refusant toute compromission avec le régime, une organisation militante voit ainsi le jour ; la SACOS (South African Council of Sport). En plus d'orchestrer un boycott des équipes sud-africaines sur la scène internationale, des clubs et des fédérations parallèles ont été créés afin de promouvoir le sport non racial :«  Le sport est devenu un terrain de choix pour combattre l'état ségrégationniste de façon non violente. Et nous avions le slogan suivant : " Pas de sport normal dans une société anormale ". C'est encore vrai aujourd'hui ». À lire aussiAfrique du Sud: Saha, des archives militantes pour comprendre la résistance quotidienne au régime d'apartheid [1/3] Ne pas oublier  C'est pour que cette histoire ne s'oublie pas qu'un fonds d'archives a été créé, en 2014, par d'anciens militants et représentants d'organismes sportifs, dont Ajit Gandabhai : « Nous ne pouvons pas perdre la mémoire de ces gens qui ont sacrifié leur vie, qui ont été détenus par la police. Cette histoire doit être racontée, et pas seulement à partir de 1995 ». Comme les médias officiels, sous l'apartheid, ne couvraient pas ces compétitions, il a fallu se tourner vers des sources alternatives, des documents conservés par d'anciens joueurs ou passionnés. Et selon le secrétaire général du projet, Michael Kahn, il y a encore du travail : « Plusieurs sections ne sont pas encore bien documentées. Et en particulier en ce qui concerne le sport féminin, il y a des manques. Les femmes noires pratiquaient aussi du sport ! Dans des conditions vraiment difficiles ». Les responsables du fonds continuent leurs recherches, pour conserver ce pan d'histoire dans une société où l'accès au sport est encore loin d'être égalitaire entre les communautés. À lire aussi30 ans plus tard, l'ombre des crimes de l'apartheid continue de planer sur l'Afrique du Sud

By 1876 the Sotho, Tswana, Venda, Pedi, the amaXhosa had all managed to secure for themselves a fairly easy access to firearms. The Griqualand Diamond fields ignited what could be called a small arms race on the veld. There was supposedly an arms embargo on blacks instituted by the British government two decades before, but this was frequently broken. In the Cape colony and Griqualand west diamond fields, the trade in firearms depended on two technicalities. Importers of these weapons had to deposit a bond which indicated to whom they were going to sell the guns. Because the colonies used these bonds or tariffs which is probably a more accurate description, as a source of revenue, the procedure was applied creatively. The second technicality was that Africans needed a magistrates permit to buy guns. Because the demand for labour was so extreme particularly in the diamond fields, this permit system was ignored by most of the miners. The winter of 1876 settled hard across the Transvaal. At night, the frost lay white along the banks of the Steelpoort River, the cattle breath rising like smoke in the early dawn. By mid-morning the sun was sharp, the air brittle, and the mountains to the east seemed to shimmer in their haze. Shimmering today are the minerals mined here, chrome, platinum, vanadium. These are the Leolo mountains, bastion of the Pedi under King Sekhukhune I. Across the valleys his people had built stone-walled settlements, ringed with thorn stockades, their cattle kraals protected by rifle pits dug into the hillsides. To the south, in Pretoria, President Thomas François Burgers prepared his republic for war. He was no soldier—trained instead in theology, prone to long speeches, dressed in sombre black. But he was determined to show that the Transvaal could still assert itself after years of debt, political squabbling, and military vascillation. On 16 May 1876, the Volksraad declared war on Sekhukhune. The long-simmering contest between the Pedi and the Boer republic was about to reach a climax.The Pedi kingdom was no stranger to conflict. Under Sekwati, Sekhukhune's father, they had fought off repeated attacks during the mid-nineteenth century. Their stone fortresses had turned back Boer commandos in the 1840s and 1850s. Sekwati had once been besieged in Thaba Mosega, surviving by ingenuity, patience, and the determination of his people. Just a few weeks later came the episode that etched itself into Pedi memory. Johannes Dinkwanyane, half-brother of Sekhukhune led his people at the settlement of Mafolofolo. They were Christians, linked to missionary networks, yet fiercely loyal to Pedi sovereignty. In mid-July, Swazi forces allied to the Boers descended on Mafolofolo. The defenders fought desperately. After two days of fighting, Johannes was gravely wounded on 13 July and died three days later.By late August the war had collapsed into stalemate. President Burgers' grand promise of quick victory had evaporated among the ridges of the Leolo mountains. The commando had withdrawn, Fort Krugerpos was thrown up in haste, and burghers grumbled about lost time and wasted cattle. The republic was broke, its men unwilling, its president mocked. It was into this void that Conrad von Schlickmann arrived.

Chris Hattingh and Nicholas Lorimer discuss some good results for the DA in recent by-elections and a big electricity theft scandal. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

This week, the Springboks turned the Pumas into mince, racking up 67 points and leaving rugby fans wondering if Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is secretly a Dan Carter clone grown in a Pretoria lab. Over at Eden Park, the All Blacks and Wallabies treated us to a performance so scrappy it could've been filmed on VHS — but hey, the fortress still stands. And across the world, the Red Roses claimed World Cup glory, fending off a fearless Canadian side.Grab a beer and enjoy

Naturliga hälsoprodukter har blivit en miljardindustri i väst, men många recept bygger på uråldrig kunskap från länder som Sydafrika. Vem äger rätten? Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. I Pretoria i Sydafrika, sker ett unikt samarbete mellan forskare och medicinmän för att bevara hotade medicinalväxter, men också för att skydda den kunskap som omger dem.Etno-ekologen och medicinkvinnan Nolwazi Mbongwa, samt hortonomen Mpho Mathalauga och Itumeleng Machete vid SANBI – South African National Biodiversity Institute, guidar i den botaniska trädgården i Pretoria. Men håller Vetenskapsradions medicinreporter Annika Östman på att agera som en biopirat när hon ställer en enkel fråga om en blomma? Hur kan kunskap delas utan att stjälas?Reporter Annika ÖstmanAnnika.Ostman@sverigesradio.seProducent Lars BroströmLars.Broström@sverigesradio.se

AfriForum het die aanval op die Paul Kruger-standbeeld op Kerkplein in Pretoria veroordeel, waar dele van twee Boere-krygerstandbeelde en die veiligheidsheining beskadig is. Die voorval volg 'n week nadat die EFF die verwydering van Afrikanermonumente in die parlement versoek het. Ernst van Zyl van AfriForum sê die organisasie sal strenger sekuriteit en herstelwerk eis en belowe om die Afrikaner-erfenis te verdedig:

President Cyril Ramaphosa sê hy is optimisties dat Suid-Afrika ʼn voordelige handelsooreenkoms met Amerika sal bereik. President Donald Trump het verlede maand ʼn tarief van 30-persent op Suid-Afrikaanse uitvoere ingestel nadat Pretoria versuim het om voor die sperdatum op 1 Augustus ʼn ooreenkoms met Amerika te bereik. Die regering het sedertdien ʼn voorstel vir ʼn handelsooreenkoms ingedien. Ramaphosa het in New York by die Suid-Afrika/Amerika-handels- en beleggingsdialoog gesê onderhandelinge met Amerika vorder goed:

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at Econometrix, and Donald MacKay, Director at XA International Trade Advisors, about South Africa’s fight to remain part of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), the trade pact that gives local exporters duty-free access to the US. With billions in exports and thousands of jobs on the line, they unpack the risks, the politics, and whether the government's assurance that “we haven’t given up on AGOA” is enough to secure the country’s place. In other interviews, Dr Kingsley Makhubela, Risk Analyst and Former Diplomat, talks about Taiwan’s decision to suspend curbs on chip exports to South Africa after just two days, what triggered the move, and the diplomatic and trade implications for Pretoria. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die DA doen 'n beroep op die minister van Internasionale Betrekkinge en Samewerking, Ronald Lamola, om die afgradering van Taiwan se skakelkantoor in Pretoria om te keer. Die party sê Taiwan het uitvoere van sy halfgeleierskyfies na Suid-Afrika beperk, 'n stap wat die vervaardigingsektor, veral die motor- en inligtingstegnologiebedrywe, kan vernietig. Die DA-lid, Ryan Smith, waarsku hierdie besluit bedreig duisende werkgeleenthede en ondermyn ekonomiese groei:

Nagenoeg 3 500 mense is gereed met hulle roosters op Loftus in Pretoria om op Erfenisdag 'n Guinness-wêreldrekord te verbeter. Die plan is om Japan se 2023-rekord van 2 220 mense wat gelyktydig braai, te oortref. 'n Woordvoerder van Guinness Wolrd Record Manchester, Glenn Pollard, het aan Newzroom Afrika gesê deelnemers moet die reëls volg en vermorsing vermy. Hy sê Guinness-amptenare, toesighouers en streng reëls sal toesien dat Suid-Afrika se groot braai hopelik geskiedenis maak:

Die nasionale polisiekommissaris Fannie Masemola sê die taakspan vir politieke moorde het kragtige misdaadsindikate ontbloot, wat deur senior polisiebeamptes beskerm is. Masemola het aan die Madlanga-kommissie in Pretoria gesê die eenheid se ondersoeke het aan die lig gebring hoe georganiseerde netwerke met behulp van hooggeplaaste amptenare in wetstoepassing gewerk het. Hy sê die bevindings het uitgebreide korrupsie in politieke moorde blootgelê en toon ook die sleutelrol wat die taakspan gespeel het om baasbreine agter teikenmoorde aan die lig te bring:

Die minister van Korrektiewe Dienste, Pieter Groenewald, sê hy is verbind tot 'n gebalanseerde, billike en effektiewe paroolstelsel. Die departement het Maandag met 'n tweedaagse nasionale paroolhersieningsberaad by die Kgosi Mampuru-korrektiewe sentrum in Pretoria begin. Altesaam 209 gevangenes wat op parool is, het moord gepleeg en meer as 330 verkragting. Groenewald sê sommige van die probleme sluit in oorbevolking, die samestelling van die paroolraad en rehabilitasie by die fasiliteite:

Die nasionale polisiekommissaris Fannie Masemola het aan die Madlanga-kommissie van ondersoek in Pretoria gesê die minister van Polisie het geen gesag om in te meng by die Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiediens se operasionele of bestuursbesluite nie. Sy getuienis volg nadat die minister van Polisie, Senzo Mchunu, op spesiale verlof geplaas is te midde van voortdurende ondersoeke na politieke inmenging en die ontbinding van die politieke moord-taakspan. Masemola het aan die ondersoek gesê hy sal nie inmeng by opdragte wat inbreuk maak op operasionele beheer nie:

On the side lines of the Commemoration of International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies in Pretoria , Thabo Shole-Mashao, in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to Obakeng Ramabodu, the Tshwane MMC for Environment and Agriculture Management to better understand the city’s plans to keep the environment clean from pollution. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thabo Shole-Mashao, in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to Gauteng MEC for Environment, Ewan Botha, at the Commemoration of the International Day of Clean Air For Blue Skies in Mamelodi, Pretoria. The day aims to strengthen international cooperation in improving air quality and reducing air pollution. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thabo Shole-Mashao, in for Clement Manyathela speaks to David Kramer, who is a member of the governing body of the Walter Sisulu Environmental Centre and Vumile Senene, from the Clean Air Fund to better understand the work they do to teach young people about keeping the air clean. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dans cet épisode, nous nous intéressons aux raisons de la condamnation tardive du régime d'apartheid sud-africain par la Suisse. L'historienne Sandra Bott est allée aux sources des relations économiques entre les deux Etats pour comprendre comment, au cours de la Guerre froide, la Suisse a maintenu des liens financiers et commerciaux étroits avec Pretoria, malgré sa posture officielle de neutralité. Circuits de l'or, rôle ambigu de la Banque Nationale Suisse, crédits massifs et activités opaques de sociétés comme Glencore témoignent d'une diplomatie économique parfois complice. Aujourd'hui encore, la mémoire de ces relations reste sensible et son héritage pèse encore sur le système financier suisse. Sandra Bott répond aux questions de David Glaser.

Our listener Celia hails from South Africa and she wrote us about an experience she had at a historic museum located in the capital city of Pretoria. It's an awesome ghost story and we wondered if there were other haunted locations in Pretoria and sure enough, we found some! South Africa has only come up on the podcast one other time in all these years, so it was definitely time to revisit this country that has a history marked with turmoil because of apartheid and the ensuing massacres and uprisings and the struggle to transition to independence and Democracy. Ongoing challenges continue, but this is also a country of natural beauty in the landscape and its varied wildlife. The architecture is also diverse, represented with indigenous styles and contemporary styles, but also the historic styles of Victorian and Colonial. Join us for the history and hauntings of Pretoria, South Africa! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: https://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2025/08/hgb-ep-601-haunted-pretoria.html     Become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Music used in this episode:  Main Theme: Creepy Carnival Theme  Created and produced by History Goes Bump Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/