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AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Overlooked Crisis in South Africa’s Healthcare System
We shine a light on a deeply troubling and often overlooked crisis in South Africa’s healthcare system — the rising tide of violence against Black doctors. We hear their stories — of courage, fear, frustration, and resilience — and we ask what more can be done to safeguard these vital professionals before more lives are lost.
ANOTHER ENQUIRY AND FAMILY MEETINGS
South Africa is once again in political turmoil as President Cyril Ramaphosa takes dramatic action in response to explosive allegations of corruption and criminal ties at the heart of government. In a televised address to the nation on Sunday, the president announced that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on immediate leave of absence. This comes after serious claims emerged linking the minister to organised crime syndicates and interference in investigations into political killings.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: SOUTH AFRICA’S PET CULTURE
When we talk about pets in South Africa, we often overlook the deeper layers beneath the surface. There’s a long-standing perception — sometimes said in jest, sometimes not — that Black South Africans don’t love their pets the same way white South Africans do. But where does that idea really come from? Today, we’re unpacking the myths, the history, and the lived experiences that shape how Black South Africans relate to their animals — not just dogs and cats, but chickens, goats, and more. In rural villages, township streets, and suburban homes, pets often serve a role far richer than what outsiders may see.
Ramaphosa opposes Trump's 30% tariff on South Africa ( Oscar van Heeden - International Relations Expert )
The United States has officially announced that it will be imposing a 30% tariff on all goods imported from South Africa, effective 1 August 2025. This move, confirmed in a letter from US President Donald Trump to President Cyril Ramaphosa, has sent shockwaves through diplomatic and economic circles — and could have far-reaching consequences for South Africa’s already fragile economy. We’ll be unpacking all of this and more in the next segment — with insights from trade experts, economists, and government insiders. Stay tuned.
NPA SPOKESPERSON Lumka Mahanjana
Our top story today takes us back to a painful chapter in South Africa’s history — one that continues to echo through the lives of many. In a landmark ruling, former apartheid-era police officer Johan Marais has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the 1987 murder of student activist Caiphus Nyoka. The verdict was delivered yesterday at the Pretoria High Court— a ruling many are calling a long-overdue step toward justice.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8 - HIV DISCLOSURE IN SA ( To Tell or Not to Tell )
South Africa has made huge strides in its fight against HIV — yet we remain one of the countries hardest hit by the epidemic. But beyond the medical facts, behind the statistics, there’s a personal and often painful question: To tell or not to tell?
PARLIAMENTARY PROBE INTO POLICE SQUABBLES
Tonight, we begin with breaking developments from the corridors of Parliament. National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has officially tasked three key parliamentary committees with investigating explosive allegations linking Police Minister Senzo Mchunu to underworld criminal networks. Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza Lisa Schickerling Member of Parliament DA Deputy Spokesperson on Police Committee Member, Police Portfolio Committee
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: The Battle Over Conscience: How Healthcare Providers’ Beliefs Affect healthcare in SA
Today, we dive headfirst into one of the most polarising dilemmas in South African healthcare: conscientious objection. Should a doctor have the right to refuse to perform an abortion based on personal or religious beliefs? So we ask: when conscience collides with duty, who pays the price?
Medical schemes likely to sanction black healthcare providers
Today we delve into a story that strikes at the very core of justice, equity, and accountability in our healthcare system. After years of tension, public outcry, and mounting legal pressure, the Section 59 investigative panel has officially released its final report — a report that could reshape the relationship between medical schemes and healthcare providers in this country.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: The Quiet Crisis at South Africa’s Hospitals
Across Johannesburg, Tshwane, and now Durban, something disturbing is happening at our hospital gates. Vulnerable patients—some of them undocumented, others just poor or displaced—are being turned away, not by doctors, but by security guards. Quietly. Illegally. And against the very spirit of our Constitution.
Mkhwanazi vs the Political Crime Syndicate
In a stunning and deeply troubling revelation, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has come forward with explosive allegations of political interference at the highest levels of law enforcement. He claims that senior officials, including the Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu, have actively undermined investigations into political killings and organised crime.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: REBORN DOLLS - More Than Just Dolls
At first glance, they look like sleeping babies — delicate fingers, soft eyelashes, tiny knitted booties. But these aren’t real infants. They’re reborn dolls: hand-crafted, hyper-realistic creations that are stirring up powerful emotions and sparking intense debate. For some collectors, these dolls are more than art — they’re a source of deep emotional comfort. A way to process grief, infertility, anxiety, or trauma. For others, they offer a connection that real life hasn’t always allowed.
Justice or Violence: Revisiting Corporal Punishment in South Africa
In a move that’s sparked outrage and disbelief, Minister of Correctional Services Pieter Groenewald has suggested that South Africa reintroduce corporal punishment — yes, you heard that right — lashes with a cane handed down by the courts.
David Mabuza: The Quiet Power Behind the Presidency
South Africa is in mourning today, as we remember and reflect on the life of one of the country’s most enduring political figures — our former Deputy President, who has passed away. A man whose footsteps marked the corridors of power during a critical era of our democracy, his career spanned the struggle for liberation, the building of a post-apartheid government, and the complexities of leadership in a young nation. Today, we pay tribute to a statesman whose legacy, with all its triumphs and contradictions, is woven into the fabric of our country's political history.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Professor Verne Harris, Executive Consultant at the NMF
More than ten years after the passing of Nelson Mandela, his legacy still looms large over South Africa’s political and social landscape. But in a nation facing growing inequality, corruption scandals, and widespread youth disillusionment, many are asking — is Mandela’s dream still alive? Or has his legacy been so romanticised that it no longer speaks to the challenges we face today? Today, we’ll explore these perspectives and ask: In a restless and divided nation, does Mandela’s vision still inspire unity and forgiveness? Or is it time for us to rethink what his legacy truly means for South Africa’s future?”
DR Mbongiseni Buthelezi, CEO
Are Madiba’s principals still relevan given SA’s socio-economic challenges? More than ten years after the passing of Nelson Mandela, his legacy still looms large over South Africa’s political and social landscape. But in a nation facing growing inequality, corruption scandals, and widespread youth disillusionment, many are asking — is Mandela’s dream still alive? Or has his legacy been so romanticised that it no longer speaks to the challenges we face today?
NYDA GETS NEW CEO ( Ndumiso Kubheka - NYDA CEO )
Big news coming from the National Youth Development Agency — they’ve just appointed Mr. Ndumiso Kubheka as their new CEO. This comes at a critical time as South Africa continues to wrestle with high youth unemployment and economic challenges. But listeners, here’s a question for you: How relevant do you think the NYDA really is in addressing the needs of young South Africans today? And with this new leadership, what real change can we expect? Stay with us as we unpack Mr. Kubheka’s background and explore what his appointment could mean for the future of youth development in the country.
Ms Asanda Luwaca- Executive Chairperson
Big news coming from the National Youth Development Agency — they’ve just appointed Mr. Ndumiso Kubheka as their new CEO. This comes at a critical time as South Africa continues to wrestle with high youth unemployment and economic challenges.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Unbreakable Love: Parenting with Disability
Today, we’re walking into one of the most inspiring — and often overlooked — parts of family life in South Africa: the journey of moms and dads who are parenting while disabled. For some, it’s a wheelchair they’ve had since a car crash. For others, it’s a chronic illness that drains their energy. And for many more, it’s the invisible battles — from PTSD to neurological conditions — that make everyday parenting an act of heroic endurance.
South Africa’s Cancer Crisis ( PROFESSOR CAROL BENN - AFRICAN BREAST CANCER COUNSEL )
South Africa’s Growing Cancer Burden. In just 20 years, cancer cases in South Africa have nearly doubled—from around 45 000 diagnoses in 2003 to almost 88 000 last year, according to the National Cancer Registry. Experts are warning that we’re facing the next major public health emergency. Tonight, we speak to leading experts about the hidden crisis unfolding behind the wards. Can our overburdened healthcare system cope—or will cancer care become the area where inequality kills?
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