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The trial regarding cell phone records in the case of alleged gang boss, Jerome Booyesens is set to continue today at the Western Cape High Court. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Thandi Mawu.
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has alegedly halted the funding of Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) for the Free State's Matjhabeng Local Municpality. The move follows reports that politically connected individuals in the municipality were receiving inflated salaries through the programme. Certain individuals reportedly earn over 31 thousand rand per month which is more than ten times the average EPWP stipend. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Thabo (not his real name) from Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State and SABC reporter, Aphumelele Mdlalane
ActionSA Parliamentary Leader, Athol Trollip MP, is today laying criminal charges against forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan at the Cape Town Central Police Station. ActionSA says this follows a series of intimidation tactics and direct threats issued by O'Sullivan towards Trollip. ActionSA views these actions as a direct attack on an elected official and believes that such conduct must be dealt with in accordance with the law. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC parliamentary reporter, Bulelani Philip
The bail application of Tiffany Meek accused of killing his son Jayden Lee-Meek has been rolled over to Tuesday for final judgment. Meek's lawyer, Novel Naidoo conducted his closing arguments for her bail application at the Roodepoort Magistrate's court this morning. For more on this we spoke to SABC reporter Lerato Makola...
Opposition parties in the Johannesburg council have called for a full-on investigation into allegations against Kenny Kunene and his alleged links to an alleged member of a murder syndicate, Katiso "KT" Molefe who was arrested in connection with the murder of Oupa Sefoka also known as DJ Sumbody. Kunene resigned as both MMC and a Patriotic Alliance councillor over the allegations. SABC reporter Phumzile Mlangeni filed a report on Kunene's resignation before Jon Gericke spoke to political strategist, Brutus Malada...
The EFF are to host it's 'Festival of the Poor" 12th anniversary celebrations at the Khayelitsha Rugby Stadium in Cape Town today. The celebrations come just seven months after the party elected a new leadership in December last year. It is the first birthday celebration since the resignation of former Deputy President Floyd Shivambu, former Chairperson Dali Mpofu, and spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The celebrations were initially set to take place in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, but were moved to Khayelitsha following devastating floods that claimed more than 100 lives in the area. Jon Gericke spoke to SABC reporter Sibahle Motha who is at the Khayelitsha Rugby Stadium in Cape Town .....
Ghana held their nerve in a dramatic penalty shootout to defeat Banyana Banyana and claim the bronze medal at the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations - WAFCON - in Casablanca LAST NIGHT. After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, the Black Queens triumphed 4-3 in the shootout at Stade Larbi Zaouli to seal third place in the tournament.The result will sting Desiree Ellis's squad, crowned champions in 2022, and had hoped to add a consolation medal to their cabinet. Instead, they will now return home empty handed and needing to rebuild their team for the next cycle. To review this game we are joined on the line by Mathews Mpete, SABC sports analyst ......
Slegs een van die Guptas se drie Saxonwold-eiendomme is gister op ʼn veiling verkoop. Die eiendomme wat eens die middelpunt van die staatskaping-saga was, staan sedert 2018 leeg toe die Gupta-broers uit Suid-Afrika gevlug het te midde van toenemende bewerings van korrupsie. Die eiendom het 3,3 miljoen Suid-Afrikaanse rand gehaal wat 40 persent minder is as sy gelyste waarde. Graham van Niekerk van Park Village Auctions het aan die SABC gesê hulle is nie verbaas dat die twee luukser eiendomme, waarvan een 17 en-suite slaapkamers het, nie verkoop is nie:
The bail hearing of Tiffany Meek, the mother of slain 11-year-old Jayden-Lee continues in the Roodepoort Magistrates court today. Meek insist she is being framed for the murder of her son. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporters, Lerato Makola and Mlamli Maneli
Members of Parliament are currently locked in a crucial debate in the National Assembly as the Appropriation Bill nears its passage. This follows weeks of intense Budget Vote discussions on departmental spending priorities. The Appropriation Bill, central to the national budget process, outlines how public funds will be allocated across government departments and programmes. Today's session marks a decisive moment, as MPs vote on whether to approve these allocations. Once passed, the Bill moves to the National Council of Provinces, which is expected to deliberate and vote on it on 30 July, following its own series of Policy Debates. The outcome will directly shape service delivery, infrastructure, and economic support across the country in the coming financial year. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Zalene Merrington
FlySafair has announced that South African Airways will accommodate FlySafair's passengers amid the ongoing wage impasse. Lanseria Airport in Johannesburg reported two flight cancellations as FlySafair's pilot strike entered its second day. The airport's management says the airline has kept it and its passengers informed about developments regarding flight schedules. Trade Union Solidary has rejected FlySafair's five-point-seven percent wage offer and is demanding ten-point-five percent for the 2025-26 financial year. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Katlego Legodi
FlySafair het passasiers verseker daar sal geen vlugonderbrekings wees wanneer vlieëniers, wat hoofsaaklik deur Solidariteit verteenwoordig word, vandag begin staak nie. Die lugredery se finale meerjarige loonaanbod sluit ʼn salarisverhoging van 5,7-persent in asook bykomende aanpassings aan die vergoedingspakket. Solidariteit eis egter ʼn salarisverhoging van 10,5-persent vir 2025/2026. FlySafair se hoofbemarkingsbeampte, Kirby Gordon, het aan die SABC gesê sy huidige loonaanbod en roosteraanpassings is regverdig:
Jonathan 'Khabazela' Fairbairn (standing in for Relebogile Mabotja) speaks to Phil Mphela the Entertainment Commentator about the Simon Sabela TV & Film Awards, Soon Comes Night (SABC1), Sabbatical (PrimeVideo) and Shameless on Netflix. 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.
Disgruntled Tembisa community members have barricaded roads with rocks and burning tyres over electricity tariff increases. In April, Eskom increased its electricity tariffs by close to 13% and municipal customers saw an 11,32% increase starting from July the first. Several vehicles including a minibus taxi have been damaged. The Ekurhuleni Mayor, Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has arrived in Thembisa to address protesting residents. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Horisani Sithole
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with veteran journalist Mam Sophie Mokoena as she signs off after 31 years at the SABC, reflecting on her groundbreaking career, the current state of the media, and sharing some of her favourite music. 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/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Tshidi Madia standing in for Mandy Wiener every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00. The Midday Report is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk 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 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.
SABC Remembers Xolani Gwala's contribution to the National Broadcaster
The evolution of the broadcast media has impacted the lives of millions of South Africans. As we mark the more than seven decades of the SABC NEWS and CURRENT AFFAIRS, we look at how the public broadcaster continues to be a leading platform to inform, educate and entertain millions across the country, the continent and abroad. Producer Tshepo Ikaneng compiled this report
On the 15th September 1997 an admissions that the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) promoted apartheid emerged at a Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearing in Johannesburg. The Commission was hearing testimony on the media's role in the apartheid years. While former SABC staff members, like television news editor Johan Pretorius, claimed the service minimised the effects of apartheid, others claimed it often exceeded the wishes of its apartheid bosses. Lets take you the down memory lane with Angie Kapelianis, Head of Digital and Audio Visual and former SABC field reporter speaking to Veteteran Broadcaster Bra Tim Modise on the TRC and SABC matters...
the evolution of the broadcast media has impacted the lives of millions of South Africans. As we mark the more than seven decades of the SABC NEWS and CURRENT AFFAIRS, we look at how the public broadcaster continues to be a leading platform to inform, educate and entertain millions across the country, the continent and abroad. Veteran Broadcaster, Tim Modise co-hosted SABC News' Update@Noon radio show with anchor, Sakina Kamwendo
We continue our special broadcast commemorating 75 years of the SABC's storytelling legacy, a cornerstone of our nation's broadcasting history. From delivering breaking news to sharing the stories that shape our identity, the SABC has been a trusted voice for generations. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Snuki Zikalala, former SABC Head of News, who played a pivotal role in steering the newsroom through South Africa's most transformative moments
From navigating financial struggles to shaping public discourse, the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has faced a complex journey of challenges and triumphs. As SABC News commemorates its 75th anniversary of news reporting today, we shed light into the past and present of this iconic institution. Elvis Presslin spoke to William Bird, Director of Media Monitoring Africa, to unpack the SABC's evolving role and its impact on South Africa's media landscape
SABC's San radio station remains the lifetime and pride of the !Xun and Khwe communities of Platfointein the Northern Cape. X-K FM or !Xunkhwesa Dom Kxui FM took to the airwaves on the 18th of August 2020. The first broadcast was aired from a stationery container at Schmidtsdrift. More than 4000 families of the Xun and Khwe communities, were settled at Schmidtsdrift by the South African Defence Force after Namibia gained independence in 1990. The San community welcomed the various efforts to integrate the communities and to help preserve their heritage, including the successes achieved by the SABC over the years. Karabo Siyoko filed this report
The evolution of the broadcast media has impacted the lives of millions of South Africans. As we mark the more than seven decades of the SABC News and Current Affairs, we look at how the public broadcaster continues to be a leading platform to inform, educate and entertain millions across the country, the continent and abroad. SABC Producer Tshepo Ikaneng compiled this report
SABC News is today marking 75 years of storytelling. The broadcaster aired its first radio bulletin back in 1950, following its founding in 1936. Over the decades, it has become a trusted source of news, offering bulletins in all South Africa's official languages. As we reflect on this rich legacy, Elvis Presslin spoke to former SABC journalist and political editor, Denzil Taylor, to walk us through the broadcaster's historic journey
The electoral commission, IEC in Limpopo, is conducting by-election at ward 13, Seshego, near Polokwane. The provincial electoral officer, Nkaro Mateta, says the voting stations opened at seven in the morning and will close at nine in the evening. The ward became vacant after an EFF councillor was removed from the Polokwane municipal council due to misconduct. For the first time in the province, the SACP has fielded a candidate to contest against the alliance partner, ANC. The ward is being contested by EFF, ANC, SACP, Labour Party and All Citizens Party, ACP. Here's IEC's Mateta. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter in Limpopo, Avhapfani Munyai.
The Northern Cape was the last office, where the SABC established a presence for its news division in 1996. Some of the pioneers, say those early days as the country transformed into a democracy, things were difficult. But telling the stories of one of the biggest and most rural provinces had its own unique reward. SABC senior reporter, Ulrich Hendriks and Thabiso Radebe filed this report
Former Executive Producer for Current Affairs at SABC News, Krivani Pillay speaks of her tenure at SABC
Another memorable SABC News moment came during the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations Final, where South Africa emerged victorious over the Tunisian national side. Here's a snippet of the winning goal from that historic match.
Die minister van Basiese Onderwys, Siviwe Gwarube, sê die befondsing van vroeë kinderontwikkeling is van kritieke belang, aangesien dit deel is van die departement se vyf sleutelprioriteite. Die voorwaardelike toelae vir vroeë kinderontwikkeling het tot meer as 1,7 miljard Suid-Afrikaanse vir die 2025/2026-boekjaar gestyg, met meer as 230 miljoen rand wat aan 'n ontwikkelingvoedingsprojek en 162 miljoen rand wat vir infrastruktuur opsy gesit is. Gwarube het aan die SABC gesê die departement se doelwit is dat elke kind Graad R moet betree, gereed om in alle opsigte te leer:
As the SABC celebrates its 75th year, another historical moment in our country's history was the Convention for a Democratic South Africa CODESA; a series of multi-party negotiations in South Africa from 1991 to 1993, aimed at ending apartheid and establishing a democratic government. It involved various political parties, including the African National Congress (ANC) and the National Party (NP), and focused on drafting a new constitution and establishing an interim government. Negotiations covered crucial topics such as the structure of the new constitution, the establishment of an interim government, and the future of the divided homelands. Let us hear more from the late former South African President Nelson Mandela on the formation of CODESA...
His master's voice - a phrase that once upon time was used when frequently referring to the SABC. The meaning, is that the SABC board - and inevitably the newsroom - pandered to the government of the day. And this was not only before 1994 It took former employees, Parliament and civil society to intervene to turn the ship around and to change the sentiment. In recent history the operations of the SABC board are open to more scrutiny and transparency. Zalene Merrington and Video Journalist Hubert Slingers takes a look at the process of appointing the SABC board
Veteran Broadcaster Ike Phaahla joins us on the line by his reflection of the valuable time spent at SABC News
From the crackle of the radio in quiet townships to the glare of breaking news on television screens, the South African Broadcasting Corporation has been there through it all. Starting from the days, when news was censored and re-broadcasts were ordered from the highest office in the land to a new era, when freedom sometimes felt overwhelming, the SABC has kept pace with the changing South African landscape. Kamogelo Seekoei reports.
SABC News will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Thursday, 17 July. The public broadcaster aired its first bulletin on radio in 1950. As we take a journey through history to mark 75 years of news at the SABC, there's one person that might come to mind for many listeners of SAfm and that is John Perlman. He spent almost a decade with SAfm morning radio. Today veteran broadcaster, John Perlman joins us on the line to reflect on the coverage of news at the SABC over the years...but first lets here him on the After 8 debate...
Organisers of the #HandsOffMkhwanazi march are demanding the protection of KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Scores of residents, groups and some political parties are participating in the march in support of Mkhwanazi. Our reporter Simphiwe Makhanya earlier caught up with some of the individuals particiapating in the march. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Fanele Mhlongo
Die minister van Kommunikasie en Digitale Tegnologieë, Solly Malatsi, sê die proses om 'n nuwe befondsingsmodel vir die SABC te ontwikkel is aan die gang. Die regering het 704 miljoen Suid-Afrikaanse rand oor drie jaar aan die openbare uitsaaier toegeken, insluitend 43 miljoen vir inhoud, 464 miljoen vir sy mandaat en 197 miljoen rand vir Channel Africa. Die minister het aan die SABC News gesê die befondsing is noodsaaklik om te midde van finansiële druk dienste te onderhou:
As we celebrate 75 years of news on the SABC's platforms, we revisit one of the most hilarious moments in South African television news history. Riaan Cruywagen is synonymous with professionalism and perfectionism - the ultimate South African news presenter. Cruywagen perfectly presented the Afrikaans television news for 37 years. One night, however, he showed his "human" side, after an on-air incident which is still being remembered by millions of South Africans. SABC News' Liezl Olivier reports
The community of Fleuhof, West of Johannesburg, continues to reel in shock following the court appearance of Jayden-Leff Meeks's mother at the Roorderpoort Magistrate's court. 31 year old Tiffany Nicole Meek is charged with the murder of his eleven year son. The boy was reported missing by his mother on Tuesday, May the 12th and he was found the next morning half-naked and unconscious on the staircase of the complex in which he lived. He was declared dead shortly after arriving at Discovery Hospital. Deputy police minister Polly Boshielo says it is unfortunate that Jayden was died at the hands of his mother. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Sashin Naidoo and Action SA Member of Parliament, Dereleen James
On June 24 1995, the Men's Rugby World Cup saw the Springboks secure a historic 15-12 win against New Zealand in an emotionally charged final at a packed Ellis Park in Johannesburg. Take a listen..... OUTRO: That was Gerald de Kock, SABC rugby commentator and a colleague broadcasting the 1995 Rugby World Cup final in Johannesburg. South Africa's success resonated with a new generation of supporters, and on that day a young schoolboy and future star by the name of Bryan Habana happened to attend his first big game of rugby.
General elections held in South Africa on 26 May 1948 saw incumbent Prime Minister Jan Smuts, ousted by the National Party led by D. F. Malan, a Dutch Reformed cleric. Take a listen to DF Malan's speech broadcast on the SABC after his election victory that year.... OUTRO: That was National Party leader DF Malan in a 1948 speech broadcast by the SABC. That speech was the beginning of his pledge to implement a policy of strict racial segregation in all spheres of living in South Africa. The National party victory paved the way for the formalisation of apartheid.
As the build up continues to mark 75 years of SABC news continues Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Steven Lang, former SAfm current affairs executive producer who worked with the station in the early 2000's...
The Springboks secured a series triumph over Italy after winning the second Test 45-0 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium YESTERDAY evening. Rassie Erasmus' men made light work of the numerical disadvantage of the 21st-minute permanent red card shown to Jasper Wiese for a headbutt. The world champions ran in 7 tries to deliver a convincing victory over the Azzuri. To look at YESTERDAY's clash Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Renier Swart, SABC rugby commentator...
Take a listen to one of the earliest news bulletins broadcast by the newly established SABC News in 1950. Remember that this period was at the height of the apartheid system. The news reader is Bill Pritchard...
INTRO: Let's take a listen to a news report broadcast on Radio South Africa on the eve of the first democratic election on 26th April 1994. SABC reporter Angie Kapelianis spoke to then ANC leader Nelson Mandela ahead of the landmark election OUTRO: That 1994 report by SABC reporter Angie Kapelianis, introduced by presenter Jeremy Dawes aired on Radio South Africa on 26th April 1994. The following day, on the 27th April 1994, Nelson Mandela joined millions of other South Africans to vote in elections that ushered in the county's democratic dispensation.
Lets take you back to April 25, 2002 when South Africa made space history. Take a listen to this story broadcast on SAfm on that historic day.. OUTRO: That story was introduced on SAfm by then presenter John Perlman on April 25, 2002. Mark Shuttleworth flew to the International Space Station as a member of the crew of Soyuz mission TM34, after a year of training in Star City, Russia. He spent approximately 20 million US dollars of his own money to buy a seat on the Russian spacecraft as a space tourist. Shuttleworth spent eight days aboard the space station, where he conducted scientific experiments for South Africa. He returned to Earth aboard Soyuz TM-33 on May 5, 2002.
Defending Women's Africa Cup of Nations champions, Banyana Banyana, drew 1-all against Tanzania LASTNIGHT at Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco keeping their 2025 WAFCON dream alive. Desiree Ellis' team came from behind to level the score and salvage a point. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to SABC sports reporter Vincent Sitsula ..
MK Party leader Jacob Zuma is attending the trial of alleged July 2021 unrest instigator Bonginkosi Khanyile which is underway in the Durban Regional Court. Khanyile is facing charges of inciting violence and contravening Disaster Management Act. The court heard that in July 2021 just before the riots, Khanyile encouraged some people to go on the rampage until Zuma was released from prison. At that time , Zuma had been arrested for contempt of court after failing to appear before the State Capture Commission. The State has based its evidence in this case on videos in which Khanyile is seen addressing people and the videos went viral on social media.Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Khalesakhe Mbhense in KZN
The Randburg Magistrates Court has granted bail to the twelve SANDF Special Task Force members accused of the murder of HAWKS investigator Frans Mathipa. The twelve are also charged for the alleged kidnapping of Ethiopian national and alleged ISIS leader, Abdella Abadiga and his bodyguard in December 2022. Mathipa was reportedly investigating Abadiga's disappearance when he was gunned down in August 2023. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Horisani Sithole..
Die MK-party het 'n strafsaak teen die minister van Polisie, Senzo Mchunu en adjunk-nasionale polisiekommissaris Shadrack Sibiya by Pretoria se Brooklyn-polisiestasie aanhangig gemaak. Dit is vir meineed en regsverydeling ná bewerings deur die KwaZulu-Natalse polisiekommissaris Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Hy het beweer dat Mchunu en Sibiya medepligtig is by 'n sindikaat, beheer deur dwelmkartelle en sakelui, wat georganiseerde misdaad in die land geïnfiltreer het. David Skosana van die MK-party het aan die SABC gesê aanspreeklikheid is die sleutel: