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IFRC says rescue teams are working around the clock after Venezuela earthquake
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) says the humanitarian situation in Venezuela remains critical following two powerful earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, that struck the north-central parts of the country. Hundreds of people have been trapped beneath rubble, while many others remain unaccounted for after the earthquakes devastated areas in and around the capital, Caracas. The disaster has killed hundreds of people, damaged buildings, and left thousands homeless. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies spokesperson Paolo Cravero
Repatriation of Malawian nationals continues in Durban, says KZN Home Affairs.
The race to complete the voluntary repatriation of Malawian nationals is intensifying in Durban. This as the June 30th deadline - set down by the march leaders draws closer. About 13-thousand people have already been transported to Malawi but new arrivals continue to gather outside the old drive-in transit camp. Authorities says the pressure is mounting to process and manage those inside the camp and those still waiting outside. For the latest Bongiwe Zwane spoke to KwaZulu-Natal Home Affairs Manager, Cyril Mncwabe,
AmaZulu Royal Family urges peaceful lawful protests
Izinduna are meeting with members of Zulu regiments ahead of 30 June protests. This after ministers in the security cluster met with AmaZulu king Misuzulu kaZwelithini on the issue. Yesterday KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli hosted a high-level stakeholder summit on undocumented foreign nationals, amid a wave of anti-illegal immigration marches in parts of the country ahead of planned June 30 demonstrations. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Prince Caphelani Zulu of AmaZulu Royal family
Concerns as AI-generated content is increasingly used for fraud and cybercrime.
Despite the benefits of global connectivity, there is also the growing risks of AI-generated content such as deepfakes, which are increasingly used for fraud and cybercrime. Tayyibah Suliman of Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr warns that deepfakes can deceive audiences, enable cybercrime, and damage reputations, often created and shared anonymously. South Africa has already seen cases of identity misuse through deepfakes, including fake executive instructions for fraudulent payments. As these tools improve, it is becoming harder to tell real from fake, making legal and workplace regulation increasingly important. We spoke to Technology & Communications sector Head at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, Tayyibah Suliman.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana gives COJ ultimatum to explain why National Treasury should not stop transferring funds to the metro.
The Organization Undoing Tax Abuse says Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's ultimatum to the City of Johannesburg is a welcomed move. Godongwana has given the city until Friday to explain why National Treasury should not stop transferring funds to the metro. OUTA says this is a welcome development, with Treasury now doing what it ought to have done years ago, placing pressure on the City of Johannesburg to address deteriorating financial governance, including R1.2 billion owed to Rand Water and R3.7 billion to Eskom. We spoke to OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage.
Concerns raised over NPA negotiations with corruption-accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala over a plea deal
Suspended National Police Commissioner Fanie Masemola and over a dozen other senior police officers are due back in the Pretoria Magistrates court today in connection with the 228-million rand Medicare24 SAPS tender awarded to tenderpreneur Vusimuzi "CAT" Matlala's company. Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach MP and DA Spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development has raised concerns, following the news that the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is negotiating a plea agreement with corruption kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. Breytenbach says it appears that the NPA is determined to repeat one of its most disastrous mistakes: the slap on the wrist plea agreement concluded with Angelo Agrizzi. The issue has renewed questions about transparency and the justice system's capacity to handle complex corruption cases. We spoke to Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach, in her capacity as a former Prosecutor at the NPA.
Department of Basic Education threatens legal action as Minister Siviwe Gwarube demands immediate restoration of electricity and water at the department's head office in Pretoria.
The Department of Basic Education is threatening legal action as Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube demands immediate restoration of electricity and water at the department's head office in Pretoria. The department says its account is in good standing and the disconnection was made in error by the City of Tshwane. It is now warning legal action if services are not restored. This comes after city of Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya announced disconnections over R104 million debt owed by 200 schools. We spoke to Basic Education ministry spokesperson Lukhanyo Vanqa .
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana
A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana
Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla meets to deliberate on a way forward
Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating serious allegations made by SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi met last night to consider its draft preliminary report, along with submissions made by various political parties. This process forms part of Parliament's effort to interrogate allegations that have raised important questions about governance, accountability, and the integrity of policing structures in South Africa. To help us understand what unfolded behind the scenes, we spoke to member of the Ad Hoc Committee, David Mandla Skosana.
Organizations and civil groups declare their intention to go ahead and march against undocumented foreign nationals on June 30.
More than 20 anti-migrant organizations and civil groups have declared their intention to take to the streets come June 30. The groups, say their action will remain peaceful, with no violence, looting, or loss of life. However, their central message is clear: they are calling for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country by Tuesday. At a media briefing, March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma said the movement has broad support across South African society, including political and civil sectors. The MK Party was also present at the briefing. The groups have criticized government spending on security for the planned protests, as well as the response from institutions such as the Human Rights Commission. We spoke to Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, leader of March and March.
Municipalities make little progress in improving audit outcomes
Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke says municipalities have made limited progress in improving audit outcomes over the past four years. Speaking in Parliament, Maluleke revealed that only 39 municipalities achieved clean audits, while audit outcomes in metros continue to decline. However, she highlighted improvements in financial reporting, with 61% of municipalities receiving unqualified audit opinions and a record 98% submitting financial statements on time. We spoke to Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Parliament Dr Zweli Mkhize and Director of the School of Public Leadership at Stellenbosch University, Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu.
1- 0 victory for Bafana Bafana against South Korea at the FIFA World Cup
Bafana Bafana are into the knockout stages of the World Cup. They finished second in Group A after a 1-nil win over South Korea. Thapelo Maseko started this match and opening the scoring, with a goal on 63 minutes, perhaps a little against the run of play. And they held on, and don't even have to wait to for the 3rd place standings to be finalized. Bafana Bafana are into the knockout stages of the World Cup. They finished second in Group A after a 1-nil win over South Korea. Thapelo Maseko started this match and opening the scoring, with a goal on 63 minutes, perhaps a little against the run of play. And they held on, and don't even have to wait to for the 3rd place standings to be finalized. We spoke to ABC Sport Anchors Sifiso Ramara and Janet Whitton.
DA refers PIC to the Information Regulator, accusing it of unlawfully withholding Mokgoro and Mpati Commission reports
The Democratic Alliance has taken the matter of the Public Investment Corporation to the Information Regulator, accusing the PIC of unlawfully withholding key public documents, including the Mokgoro Advisory Panel report and the PIC's final implementation report on the Mpati Commission's recommendations. These reports relate to serious allegations that emerged from the Mpati Commission of Inquiry, which exposed governance failures, conflicts of interest, weak oversight, and alleged misconduct in one of the country's most powerful financial institutions, managing approximately 3-trillion rand in public pension funds. We spoke to Democratic Alliance's Deputy Spokesperson on Appropriations, Andrew Bateman.
Ramaphosa urged to strengthen South Africa's criminal justice system
Rise Mzansi MP and Section 89 Committee Chairperson Makashule Gana has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to intervene in what he describes as a deepening conflict within South Africa's criminal justice system. Gana says tensions between SAPS and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) are undermining public confidence in law enforcement. His remarks come as senior police generals challenge IDAC's authority, filing an urgent complaint with the Justice Minister over an ongoing corruption case. The allegations stem from claims of corruption in recruitment processes, despite a prior SAPS investigation that reportedly cleared the panel of wrongdoing. IDAC has allegedly postponed scheduled arrests, citing national security concerns and the risk of unrest linked to planned June 30 demonstrations. We spoke to Forensic investigator, Chad Thomas
South Africa's Supreme Court of Appeal rules in favour of the family of Zambia's late former President, Edgar Lungu
A major legal and diplomatic standoff has come to an end, at least in the courts. South Africa's Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled decisively in favour of the family of Zambia's late former President, Edgar Lungu, blocking efforts by the Zambian government to repatriate his remains. At the heart of this case: who has the final say over a former head of state's burial, the nation or the family? The court has made it clear: the family's rights come first. We spoke to Chanoda Ngwira, a close friend to the former president.
Johannesburg MMC for Transport concerned over state of roads in Johannesburg
Johannesburg MMC for Transport, Kenny Kunene, has raised concern over what he calls an escalating financial crisis in the City of Johannesburg, warning that service delivery is under severe strain due to systemic liquidity challenges. Kunene says the crisis has forced the suspension of fuel supplies for the Johannesburg Roads Agency fleet. As a result, field teams have been grounded, halting pothole repairs, traffic signal maintenance, and bridge and infrastructure inspections, which have been deferred until fleet mobility is restored. He warns that this poses serious risks to commuter safety. The city has also seen illegal excavation under the M2 bridge. We spoke toStellenbosch University Structural and Civil engineering Prof. Richard Walls
Activists and Citizen's Forum calls for Independent Directorate Against Corruption to be disbanded
The Activists and a citizen's forum have called on the Minister of Justice, Mmamoloko Kubayi, to immediately disband the Independent Directorate Against Corruption, alleging it is operating as a destabilising and politically biased unit. They claim it is targeting senior police officials and warn of growing tensions between law enforcement structures. We spoke to the spokesperson of The Activists and Citizen's Forum, Dennis Bloem.
Police say they are prepared for any eventuality ahead of the June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia told a media briefing yesterday that SAPS is fully prepared for any eventuality ahead of the June 30 deadline, set by anti-immigrant groups for undocumented nationals to leave the country. He added that SANDF support remains an option if required. For a secuity Perspective and analysis on this we spoke to by Independent Secuity Analyst Azaniah Mnisi
Police Executives and Community Forums to meet in Nyanga for stakeholder engagements
Acting Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia will today meet with SAPS Nyanga Police Station management and Community Policing Forum representatives as part of stakeholder engagement. He will also visit the SAPS Provincial Operational Coordination Centre in Cape Town ahead of planned demonstrations on 30 June. The Acting Minister yesterday urged public compliance with the law, warning against incitement to violence as the deadline approaches saying authorities will enforce regulations strictly nationwide during the period concerned. We spoke to Kamogelo Mogotsi, Spokesperson for the Minister of Police
Government urges for calm after 500 Malawians relocated to Newlands, Gauteng.
Government has urged calm and called for all actions to be managed through official channels to avoid escalating tensions surrounding migrants. It came as they confirmed that about 500 Malawian nationals relocated from Cape Town were being housed at a church facility in Newlands, Sophiatown, Gauteng, as part of arrangements with the Malawian Embassy to facilitate voluntary return. We spoke to William Baloyi, Deputy Government Spokesperson.
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