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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.

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 Bulls failed in their bid to lift the United Rugby Championship trophy after succumbing 32 -7 against Leinster in YESTERDAY's final at Croke Park in Dublin. Fans were left in disbelief after Jake White's team conceded 14 points in as many minutes in a terrible start to the title decider. Earlier in the day however, the Proteas made history when they claimed the World Test Championship mace after beating Australia by five wickets in the final at Lord's. To look at this, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC sports reporter, Simon Burke

The South African government has expressed its condolences to India following the catastrophic crash of Air India Flight AI171. The London-bound flight plummeted shortly after departing Ahmedabad, in the western Indian state of Gujarat.claiming the lives of almost all passengers and crew on board and killed additional people on the ground. The aircraft, carrying individuals from multiple nations, crashed into a residential area, marking the deadliest aviation disaster in over a decade. Indian authorities are scrambling to determine the cause of the tragedy, as the nation mourns. For more on this, SABC correspondent in New Delhi, India, Neha Poonia, spoke to Elvis Presslin

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...

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

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.

Authorities in the Eastern Cape have recovered the minibus taxi that was carrying the ten missing learners in the Mthatha region in the eastern Cape. The minibus taxi was swept into a river in Decoligny yesterday following floods that heavy rain caused in the province. Nine people have since lost their lives. Search and rescue operations are continuing for the missing learners. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Fundiswa Mhlekude

Snowy weather conditions are expected along the Lesotho border and western parts of the Free State, as South Africa grapples with ongoing freezing weather conditions. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter, Ishmael Modiba and Lehlohonolo Thobela; Forecaster at the South African Weather Service

It was not a final, but YESTERDAY's clash between the Bulls and Sharks at Loftus Versfeld, for a place in the United Rugby Championship final, was possibly the biggest rugby match in South Africa this year. In the end the Bulls' registered a convincing 25-13 victory over the Sharks, booking a trip to Ireland to face Leinster in the final... Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC sports reporter, Simon Burke

The 2025 Comrades Marathon is now well under way since nearly 25,000 runners set off in Pietermaritzburg. The 89km race started at 5.45 am, with the cut-off time coming 12 hours later at 5.30pm. One of the biggest changes this year was a new two-group start. This first group of the fastest qualifying runners in the field, with the elites at the front, went off first. This first group had around 12,500 runners take off at the gun. The second main group to set off featured around 10,000 athletes. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC sports reporter Thando Mxoli

Mamelodi Sundowns will today enter the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, Egypt, in their final battle in the quest to be crowned African champions. But first, they must knock down the resilient Pyramids FC to become the most successful South African side in the Champions League. The pressure will be on the Brazilians in this second leg of the Champions League final after they conceded an away goal in the last minute of their opening leg draw in Pretoria last week. To put their names into African football's history books, Miguel Cardoso's men will need not only skill and tact but nerves of steel as they will most likely face a hostile crowd in Cairo. To discuss this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC sports analyst, Mathews Mpete

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Thinus Ferreira, Independant Film and Tv critic about the end of SABC 2's Muvhango . They also touch on the issues plaguing the national broadcaster 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL 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.

The late ANC struggle icon, Gertrude Shope will be laid to rest in Johannesburg TODAY. The 99 year old Ma-Shope, who passed on last Thursday was the President of the ANC Women's League and the Head of ANC Women Section in exile. She was also amongst the first cohort of women MPs after the first democratic elections in 1994. Throughout her life, she championed the empowerment of women in the ANC and in other spheres of society. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter, Zara Groenewald

Die minister van Wetenskap, Tegnologie en Innovering, Blade Nzimande, sê Suid-Afrika se binnelandse en kusgemeenskappe moet meer bewus raak van die land se oseaan-erfenis. Hy het die hoofrede gelewer op ʼn slypskool met die titel, Verbind binnelandse gemeenskappe met die oseaan, in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. Dis deel van Suid-Afrika se groter #Ocean20-pogings onder sy G20-presidentskap om volhoubare gebruik van oseaanhulpbronne te verseker. Nzimande het aan die SABC gesê groter opvoedingspogings is nodig om oseaangesondheid met nasionale volhoubaarheids-doelwitte te verbind:

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi says he believes transformation is sacrosanct and cannot be postponed in the ICT Sector. Malatsi is briefing the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies on his proposed policy directions in the ICT Sector as gazetted last week Friday. He says the proposed draft policy that recognises alternatives to Black ownership requirements is not only meant for Starlink. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Dominic Cull, an ICT sector lawyer and SABC reporter, Zalene Merrington

Legendary South African actor Presley Chweneyagae has died at the age of 40. The passing of "Cobra/Mokwepa" as known by many was confirmed by the agency - MLA that represented him. His family says they are on their way to Pretoria to his residence before they can give more details. This after the news broke on social media this morning. The actor rose to prominence for his starring role in Tsotsi, which won the Academy Award for Foreign Language Film at the 78th Academy Awards. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Thabang Morutloa

The Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium kicks off today in Cape Town today. Now in its fourth year, this gathering of experts, decision-makers, and industry leaders puts infrastructure in the spotlight. With government championing a trillion-rand push to transform South Africa into a construction powerhouse. Dean Macpherson Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure says This bold move aims to fast-track economic recovery, generate jobs, and boost service delivery and cementing infrastructure as the engine of national revival. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Katlego Legodi

Two women accused of stealing two babies from Dora Nginza hospital in the Eastern Cape are appearing at the New Brighton magistrates court. The two premature babies (2 and 4 days old) were abducted from Dora Nginza hospital on Tuesday night, and were found on Wednesday with two women bringing them back to the hospital. The two women have been arrested and are appearing in court today. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter, Lerato Fekisi.

Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng has ordered that vehicle tracking evidence of all vehicles that were present when one of the accused in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial was arrested be given to the defence. This after defence counsel Charles Mnisitold the High Court in Pretoria that the movement of the vehicles was central to Muzi Sibiya's defence. Sibiya and four others are on trial for the murder of former BafanaBafana captain in October 2014. SABC reporter, Pearl Magubane has more

The department of Home Affairs is currently briefing Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs on a number of issues, including state-funded legal representation for undocumented foreign nationals. The department is also providing update on its collaboration with the Department of Social Development on services provided to undocumented foreign and migrant children. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Abongwe Kobokwana

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Adelaide Moeng a Videographer and the Founder of Movies and Stuff about The secret lives of Mormon wives on Disney Plus, Mission Impossible Final Reckoning, Izingane Zsthembu on Showmax, Amalanga Awafani on SABC 1 and Final Destination Bloodlines out in cinemas. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj 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.

The area surrounding the Union Buildings, in the City of Tshwane, is a sea of red as the Economic Freedom Fighters lead their "VAT victory march" to National Treasury. Scores of EFF supporters have gathered to celebrate the Western Cape High Court's decision to set aside the 0.5 percentage point increase VAT increase, following an application brought by the EFF and Democratic Alliance. This as the EFF has maintained that parliament's adoption of the fiscal policy framework was unlawful. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Sibahle Motha

Suid-Afrika se openbare gesondheidsorg vaar goed volgens internasionale standaarde vir bekostigbare gesondheidsorg. Dit is ondanks die feit dat slegs 15-persent van die bevolking toegang het tot private gesondheidsorg. Belanghebbendes het op die Raad van Gesondheidsorgfinansierders se jaarkonferensie in Kaapstad die behoefte beklemtoon om gesondheidsorg te hervorm. Die raad se besturende direkteur, Katlego Mothudi, het aan die SABC gesê gesondheidsorg moet meer toeganklik wees vir alle Suid-Afrikaners:

Die Parlement se staande komitee oor Openbare Rekeninge beklemtoon 'n dringende behoefte aan regeringsingryping om die SABC se ineenstorting te verhoed. Die SABC benodig ongeveer 7,5-miljard-rand om sy onbefondsde openbare diens-mandaat te vervul. SKOOR se voorsitter, Songezo Zibi, het die uitsaaier se finansiële onbestendigheid uitgelig en waarsku sonder bykomende befondsing verkeer sy volhoubaarheid in gevaar:

In this BizNews Briefing, President Cyril Ramaphosa pushes back against claims of white Afrikaner persecution, following their controversial resettlement in the US under a Trump-era refugee programme. Gayton McKenzie demands that his department prioritise South Africans for jobs, rejecting foreign hires. Economist Dawie Roodt shares his expectations for next week's national budget, while Afrimat CEO Andries van Heerden discusses a challenging year of financial results. The SABC appeals for R7.3 billion to fulfil its public broadcasting mandate, drawing criticism for diverting commercial revenue. On the global front, Tencent bets big on AI integration despite short-term profit pressures.

The Communications and Digital Technologies Department has lauded the current SABC board for its efforts towards stabilising the institution. The department, SABC executives and board members are currently briefing parliament's Standing Committee on Public Accounts, on the public broadcaster's audit outcomes and financial performance. The department's Deputy Minister, Mondli Gungubele earlier said that since the introduction of the current board, the SABC has shown a significant improvement in its governance. Speaking on what the entity has spent its R3.2 billion bail out on, SABC Board Member, Phathiswa Magopeni says it is important to note that the majority of funds have gone into keeping the entity afloat.

The R255-million asbestos roof replacement tender case has returned to the High Court in Bloemfontein, Free State. This after the state witness fell sick last week. Judge Phillip Loubser was expected to deliver a ruling on whether other defense lawyers in the Asbestos case can cross examine the state witness. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Kamogelo Seekoei

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thami Ntuli has appealed to customers of Ithala Development Bank to continue supporting the financial institution, following a recent Pietermaritzburg High Court judgement. The judgement was handed down earlier this week, after Ithala had sought an urgent court interdict against the Repayment Administrator's instruction in January, that Ithala's ABSA accounts be frozen. Speaking to the latest development's on the bank, Ntuli also highlighted the importance of investing in and supporting the institution as a symbol of provincial pride. Sakina Kamwendo spoke SABC reporter, Khalesakhe Mbense

Various political parties together with religious groups have gathered outside the East London Regional Court in the Eastern Cape televangelist, Timothy Omotoso is expected to make his court appearance. Omotoso was arrested at the weekend on charges of contravening the provisions of the Immigration Act. FSakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Sidima Mfeku...

The trial-within-a-trial in the 255 million rand asbestos roof removal case, has been postponed to Wednesday following the illness of one of the state's witnesses. Judge Phillip Loubser was expected to deliver a ruling on whether defense lawyers can cross examine the state witness. This comes after Laurence Hodes, who is the legal representative of former Free State premier, Ace Magashule, informed the court that he also wanted to cross examine the state witness. Moroadi Cholota, who is the former PA of Magashule, is also challenging the legality of her extradition from the United States. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Ismail Modiba

Fake videos generated using artificial intelligence which show bogus representations of SABC journalists and presenters promoting different projects or seen to be advertising products are still making waves on various social media. The videos are becoming more sophisticated making it hard for unsuspecting individuals to tell if the videos are real. Scammers use AI, to clone the voice of the newsreader of TV personalities to endorse a product. Concerns that these video raise is that the technology can be used to spread disinformation... For more on this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Professor Admire Mare , Head of Department of Communication and Media at the University of Johannesburg

On this week's show we take a look back at the transition from black and white to color and compare it to the transition to HDTV. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Roku's smart home strategy is making its streaming devices harder to ignore Sonos Strikes a Surprising Deal with Yamaha Masimo to Sell Consumer Audio Business to HARMAN International Other: Robert's Forever Home Theater Has the Best Universal Remote Got Better? - Remote 3 Google AI Reimagines Wizard of Oz for the Las Vegas Sphere!

Constable Cebekhulu Linda is being buried today in Bloemforntein in the Free State. Constable Cebekhulu Linda was among the three constables whose bodies were retrieved from the Hennops river in Centurion, Pretoria, a week ago. Family and friends have described constable Cebekhulu Linda as a person who was destined for greatness. They say from a young age he was tasked with responsibilities which he carried out with diligence. His funeral service is under way at the St Rose Catholic Church in Bochabela in Bloemfontein. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Kamohelo Tsotetsi

The families of journalist Aserie Ndlovu's partner Zodwa Mdhluli are pinning their hopes on the DNA tests to be conducted on the remains found in the bushes in Limpopo to determine if they are those of their loved ones. Police recovered the remains believed to be those of the missing couple in Rust de Winter in Limpopo. The couple has been missing since February. Police say one of the five people arrested for the couple's disappearance led them to the area where the remains were found. The five are expected to appear in the KwaMhlanga Magistrate's Court in Mpumalanga today. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Mdhluli's son, Treasure and SABC reporter, Sashin Naidoo

National Police Commissioner, General Fanie Masemola has thanked Constable Boipelo Senoge for her dedication in serving her country through the SAPS. He spoke at her funeral held at St. Peter Anglican church at Rocklands in Bloemfontein. Senoge was stationed in Parkweg Police station in Bloemfontein since July 2024.Constable Senoge died alongside two of her colleagues - Costables Cebekhulu Linda and Keabetswe Buys. The bodies of the three officers were recovered from the Hennops River at Centurion, (Gauteng) last week after they had gone missing on the 23rd of April. They were last seen by their families when they left their homes in Bloemfontein travelling to their area of deployment in Limpopo. However the search for the three constables reached a tragic end this week when the first two bodies were found while the third body was recove shortly after. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Kamohelo Tsotetsi who is following the story for us...

The Pretoria High Court is today expected to make a ruling in the 20 years illegal cigarettes trading allegation against Hennie Delport by SARS. The R264 million case is against Delport for allegedly claiming false VAT and exercise duties from Sars resumes in the High Court in Pretoria today. Delport has cited collusion between the South African Revenue Service (Sars) and British American Tobacco (BAT) to shut him down. In 2007, SARS allegedly obtained a R300 million asset forfeiture court order against Delport and the other members of the alleged syndicate. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Nosipho Radebe...

The election of a new Pope is currently underway in the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican. Catholic cardinals from all over the world have gathered behind closed doors casting their votes for a new Pope. The election comes after the passing of Pope Francis last month after suffering from stroke and heart failure. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC correspondent in Rome, Trent Murray

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal probing sexual harassment allegations against the Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge continues. The evidence leader is still calling witnesses to the stand as the probe continues in Sandton , Johannesburg. Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge faces a landmark Judicial Conduct Tribunal following serious allegations of sexual harassment by judges' secretary Andiswa Mengo. Mengo testified earlier this year about feeling intimidated due to the power imbalance, saying Judge President Mbenenge had significant influence over her employment, causing deep fear in the workplace. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Canny Maphanga

A joint memorial service for the three police constables whose bodies were retrieved from the Hennops River in Centurion last week is taking place at the Bobbies Park in Bloemfontein this afternoon. National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola and Free State Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae are expected to attend the service. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Ishmael Modiba

Orlando Pirates emerged the better side over Soweto derby rivals Kaizer Chiefs after claiming a 2-1 win at the FNB Stadium YESTERDAY. The Buccaneers came from a goal down to claim victory, laying down a marker for a rematch against Chiefs in the Nedbank Cup final next weekend. The win means Pirates have closed the gap to league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns while for Amakhosi, this second successive loss extends their winless run in the league to seven matches, and is a further blow to their hopes of a top-eight finish. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC sports reporter, Vincent Sitsula

Gugs Mhlungu and Independent TV & Film Critic, Thinus Ferreira on how YouTube has changed our tv consumption pattern and on SABC’s plan to sell some content to Netflix. WEEKEND BREAKFAST WITH GUGS MHLUNGU PODCAST BOILERPLATE 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live – 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on Saturday and Sunday between 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) on 702. There’s more from the show at https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-weekend-breakfast-with-gugs-mhlungu/ Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-weekend-breakfast-with-gugs-mhlungu/audio-podcasts/the-best-of-702-weekend-breakfast/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die ANC hou vol die regering van nasionale eenheid bestaan nog en alle partye is tot samewerking verbind. ʼn Afvaardiging ANC- en DA-leiers het Vrydag vergader om die jongste politieke verwikkelinge in die land te bespreek. Dit sluit die nasionale begroting en skrapping van die BTW-verhoging van 0,5-persentasiepunte in. Die ANC-woordvoerder, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri, het in ʼn onderhoud met die SABC ontken dat druk van groot sakeondernemings die rede is waarom die RNE nog bestaan:

Noordwes se Gesondheidsdepartement sê hy het nie 'n ander keuse as om armlastige begrafnisse te hou vir die onopgeëiste liggame van mynwerkers van Stilfontein nie. Woordvoerder Tshegogatso Mothibedi het aan die SABC gesê slegs 12 van die 78 liggame wat uit Skag 11 gehaal is, is uitgeken deur familielede. Hy het ook bevestig DNS-monsters is van alle liggame geneem:

Rodney Trudgeon's guest on People of Note this week is someone who can really be called a veteran of radio, television, theatre and variety shows. Anne Williams was one of the first continuity announcers on SABC television back in the 70s and she has broadcast on5FM, SAfm, LM Radio and Classic FM. Now Anne is back on stage for the first time in many years in the Agatha Christie play Black coffee which is pulling the crowds at the Theatre on The Bay. Rodney discussed her many faceted career and her role in Black Coffee. Anne Williams of People of Note this week. Sunday at 6pm and again on Thursday at midday. Brought to you by PTP.

Die pryse van warm drinkgoed begin styg namate die winter nader kom. Inflasie vir warm drinkgoed het in Februarie tot 14,8-persent op 'n jaargrondslag gestyg. Volgens ontleders is koffie 'n groot bydraer, met Suid-Afrika, 'n netto invoerder van koffie, wat worstel met verhoogde kostes. Thabile Nkunjana van die Nasionale Landboubemarkingsraad het aan die SABC gesê die prysverhoging is 'n weerspieëling van breër neigings in hierdie mark en dit word aangedryf deur wêreldwye voorsieningsdruk:

Afval wat in die riviere wat deur die Wieg van die Mensdom, noordwes van Johannesburg invloei, bedreig die ekonomie en die omgewing. Behandelde water van die Percy Stewart-watersuiweringsaanleg word in nabygeleë riviere en spruite uitgelaat. Die direkteur van die Vereniging vir die Wieg van die Mensdom Wêreld-erfenisgebied, Trevor Brough, het aan die SABC gesê onbehandelde- of gedeeltelik-behandelde riool vloei ook van die aanleg in die Blougatspruit in:

Aubrey speaks to Marius Gerber, Intellectual Property Specialist at Witz Incorporated Inc., about the MK party court case against the SABC for describing the present government as ‘Government of National Unity’ instead of referring to it as an “ANC-DA coalition”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Suid-Afrikaanse Menseregtekommissie het sy huidige ondersoek na Stilfontein se Operasie Vala Umgodi in Noordwes na ʼn nasionale ondersoek uitgebrei. Sedert Augustus vanjaar het 2 000 onwettige mynwerkers by die Buffelsfontein-myn na die oppervlak gekom en minstens 78 zama zama's is dood. Die kommissie se advokaat, Sandra Makoasha, het aan die SABC gesê die besluit om die ondersoek nasionaal uit te brei, is genoodsaak deur die omvang van dit wat by Stilfontein gebeur, en voorleggings van gemeenskapslede, mynwerkers en nieregeringsorganisasies: