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AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Do Ghosts Really Walk Among Us?
Tonight, we’re stepping into the unknown — a world where science struggles to explain, but countless people swear by their experiences. Do ghosts really exist? Is it just imagination, tricks of the mind, or something far more mysterious? Though science has yet to provide solid proof, stories of eerie encounters, unexplained noises, and cold spots have been shared around campfires, in old houses, and across generations. Some say they’ve seen them. Others say they’ve felt a presence — a spirit lingering nearby.
Legal Expert - Ulrich Roux - On The Repatriation Process
Tonight, we bring you a heartbreaking story — one that’s been carried across oceans... and now lands at our feet here at home. Kim White Towne, a South African woman, a teacher, a daughter, and a mother... is coming home — but not in the way her family had ever imagined. Kim was murdered on foreign soil. Strangled — allegedly by her own husband — in the United States, while her toddler child was in the next room.
OUTA CEO ( Wayne Duvenage )
Tonight, we take you into what many are calling another legal setback for the National Prosecuting Authority. The Free State High Court has ruled that Moroadi Cholota, the former personal assistant to Ace Magashule, was unlawfully extradited from the United States.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: THE HELPERS WHO HARMED
You welcome them into your home. You give them keys, meals, and sometimes even your children. They become part of your family. But what happens when the person you trust the most... turns against you? This is “When Trust Turns to Terror” — a chilling look at real-life horror stories involving nannies and domestic helpers who crossed the line. From stolen belongings to emotional manipulation... and in the worst cases, betrayal that changes lives forever. Our guest tonight knows that pain too well.
The Surgery Crisis in Gauteng Hospitals ( DR PERCY SELEPE )
Tonight, we’re diving into a painful truth — one that’s being felt by tens of thousands across Gauteng. Nearly 35,000 people are waiting — not hoping, not healing — but waiting... for surgeries in our public hospitals. And that’s as of January. Yes — thirty-five thousand. Let that sink in.
Shivamvu’s new position - Demotion or Strategic? ( INDEPENDENT ANALYST JAMIE MIGHTY )
Just when you thought South African politics couldn’t get more bizarre — bam! — Floyd Shivambu is out as Secretary-General of the MK Party. And what’s behind his dramatic fall from grace? A cosy visit with none other than self-proclaimed prophet and fugitive, Shepherd Bushiri, in Malawi.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Justice on Hold: DNA Crisis
Here’s a harsh truth: in South Africa, the fight for justice is being strangled by a massive backlog in forensic DNA testing — over 140,000 cases stuck in limbo. That means thousands of victims of gender-based violence and violent crimes are being forced to wait endlessly, some watching their attackers roam free while their own trauma festers.
NDUMISO HADEBE CHIEF ECONOMIST: KH EQUITY PARTNERS
Lets have a closer look at the latest GDP figures from Stats SA. The big headline? Our economy grew—but just barely. South Africa’s gross domestic product increased by only 0.1% in the first quarter of 2025, a noticeable slowdown from the 0.4%growth we saw at the end of 2024.
After 8 Is After 8: Child Protection Week and Child Kidnappings
As we mark Child Protection Week in South Africa, we’re reminded of our collective responsibility to keep children safe, seen, and heard. But today, we must confront one of the most chilling threats facing our youngest and most vulnerable: muti killings.
Rethinking South Africa’s Bail Laws ( Lisa Schickerling Member of Parliament - Police Portfolio Committee )
Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police made a call that many South Africans have long been waiting to hear: a complete overhaul of our bail laws. Why? Because in places like Nelson Mandela Bay’s Northern Areas — where gang violence is spiraling out of control — communities say they’re being held hostage, not just by criminals, but by a justice system that seems to favour suspects over survivors.
The Hidden Trafficking Network in Gauteng ( Willem Els - Institute for Security Studies )
Today, we start with a troubling and deeply unsettling story that once again shines a spotlight on our country’s border security — or the lack thereof. This past week, police rescued 22 young Ethiopian men — some as young as 16 — from a suspected kidnapping operation in Erasmia, near Centurion. Many of them showed signs of severe malnutrition, dehydration, and even torture. According to police, three were seriously injured and are currently receiving medical attention.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: THINGS THAT WE DO FOR LOVE
Love makes us do crazy things, right? Sometimes we move cities, countries—even cut off family ties—all in the name of love. So, tell me: What’s the wildest thing you’ve ever done for love? Did you pack your bags and start fresh somewhere new? Or maybe you made a huge sacrifice that no one saw coming? And hey—did it end in a fairy tale, or was it heartbreak city? I want to hear your stories—good, bad, hilarious, or downright wild.
LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN THE OLORATO CASE ( NATIONAL POLICE SPOKESPERSON - ATHLENDA MATHE )
Olorato Mongale, a 30-year-old Master’s student at Wits University, went missing on Sunday, 25 May. Days later, her lifeless body was found dumped in Lombardy, north of the city. In the latest developments, police have confirmed a major breakthrough in the case. One suspect has been arrested, and a nationwide manhunt is underway for three others — all linked to what authorities now believe is a syndicate targeting women.
PETROL OR PRESSURE?
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has made his call: no VAT increase, but instead, a bump in the fuel levy. From 4 June, expect to pay 16 cents more per litre of petrol and 15 cents more for diesel. That brings the general fuel levy to over R4 per litre. The Minister says this move was necessary — that it’s time we raise revenue after holding off on increases for two years. But for millions of South Africans already battling rising costs, the news feels like a punch to the gut.
After 8 After 8: Behind the Classroom Walls: The Truth About School Bullying
Today, we confront a deeply troubling issue that continues to plague our schools: bullying. In a recent case that has captured national attention, five students appeared in court for assaulting a fellow pupil, highlighting the severe consequences of unchecked bullying.
A NATION DEPENDENT ON GRANTS
Here’s a reality check — more than 25 million South Africans are now relying on social grants to get by. That’s 40% of the entire population, and in many provinces, more households survive on grants than on salaries. The latest data from Stats SA paints a stark picture of rising poverty, deepening inequality, and a growing dependence on government support. And with budget cuts on the table, organisations like Black Sash are sounding the alarm — saying this isn’t just a social crisis, it’s an economic one too.
WHAT DOES THE THEUNS DU TOIT STORY SAY ABOUT SA?
It was one of the most talked-about student incidents in recent memory — a viral video, public outrage, and deep questions about dignity, racism, and justice. Today, it’s back in the headlines. Theuns du Toit, the former Stellenbosch University student who was caught on camera urinating on a fellow student’s belongings, has been found not guilty of all charges. You’ll remember the footage — it spread like wildfire in May 2022, sparking protests and fierce debate across the country.
After 8 Is After 8: Life with a Rare Disease
Living with a rare disease often means living in the shadows—where confusion, misunderstanding, and isolation are everyday battles. Many face the heartbreaking frustration of not knowing what’s wrong, of being told to just “wait and see,” while their symptoms persist. It’s a journey filled with uncertainty, where hope and resilience become a lifeline. Tonight, we’ll hear from those who live this reality—people who refuse to let their diagnosis define them, even when the world around them struggles to understand. This is their story. This is their fight. And it’s time we listen.
Tracking a Killer: What Happened to Olorato Mongale? ( Criselda Kananda Family Spokesperson )
Tonight, we bring you another devastating chapter in a growing pattern of brutal violence against women in Johannesburg. The body of 30-year-old Wits student Olorato Mongale was discovered in the early hours of Monday morning in a dumping area in Lombardy East, just minutes from Sandton. She had been missing since Sunday afternoon, after going on a first date with a man who picked her up in Kew.
AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Is relaxing BEE regulations a smart move —or a betrayal of South Africa’s transformation agenda?
Tonight, we’re tackling a hot-button topic that’s ignited debate across business, politics, and civil society: Is relaxing BEE regulations a smart move to attract foreign investment—or a betrayal of South Africa’s transformation agenda?
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