Best SECTION27 Podcasts (2024)

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Cancer Alliance, represented by SECTION27, has filed an application against the MEC for Health in Gauteng, after the department failed to utilise the allocated R784 million set aside by the Gauteng Treasury ... 5:37

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Cancer Alliance, represented by SECTION27, has filed an application against the MEC for Health in Gauteng, after the department failed to utilise the allocated R784 million set aside by the Gauteng Treasury last year to address the radiation backlog and other surgical backlogs in Gauteng. GUEST: Salome Meyer, Director at Cancer Alliance…

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#MandelaDay2024 #ItIsInYourHands 5:20

3h ago5:20

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Mandela Day is an annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organisations to take time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles and to make a positive impact in their own communities. GUEST: Gushwell Brooks, Nelson Mandel…

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the upcoming special Mandela Day event that is supported by the United Nations, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, and Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). 7:10

10h ago7:10

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We tell you more about the upcoming special Mandela Day event that is supported by the United Nations, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, and Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). The event will also be used to give an update on the progress that has been made so far regarding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For more on this, we are jo…

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The Innovation Hub: The role of AI in PR: Augmenting human judgment, not replacing it 6:05

1h ago6:05

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In recent years, AI has dramatically reshaped numerous industries, and PR is no exception. From data analysis and sentiment tracking to content creation and media monitoring, AI's capabilities are indeed transformative. GUEST: Ethel Ramos, Managing Director of Avatar PRBy SAfm

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SANEF on MK Party urgent interdict 12:58

1h ago12:58

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Earlier on we spoke to MK Party spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndhlela about the MK party’s urgent court application to stop the SABC from referring to the seventh administration as a government of national unity on its platforms. Let’s hear what the South African National Editors’ Forum makes of this matter… GUEST: Makhudu Sefara, SANEF Media Freedom Chai…

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"If reservoirs are depleted, it's likely that citizens won't have water," says Makenosi Maroo 6:05

1h ago6:05

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Rand Water commenced an extensive infrastructure maintenance project on 22 June 2024 and anticipate completing it on 29 July 2024. This maintenance is part of Rand Water’s Asset Management Strategy which includes asset construction, conserving, planning, constantly enhancing reliability and preserving integrity and quality of our infrastructure. GU…

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UJ expels 50 students, half of them for producing fraudulent sick notes 7:21

1h ago7:21

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The University of Johannesburg has expelled 50 students for transgressions that range from producing fraudulent medical certificates after being absent during exams and using unauthorised notes during examinations. GUEST: Professor Bettine van Vuuren, University of Johannesburg registrarBy SAfm

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Former US President Donald Trump has picked JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate for the upcoming election 6:47

38m ago6:47

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US Elections Former US President Donald Trump has picked JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate for the upcoming election that is due to take place in November. But who is Vance – what does he stand for and can he help Trump win the November election? GUEST (US): Sherwin Bryce Pease, SABC’s UN/US Correspondent…

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The Global Watch: Can the Rwandan political system cope without Kagame? 8:17

16h ago8:17

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We ask this question as Rwandan President Paul Kagame is getting ready to rule for another five years as he continues to lead with an astounding 99.15 per cent with over 7 million votes tallied so far. According to the electoral commission, 98% of the more than 9.5 million eligible voters took part in the elections. Our guest Dr David Matsanga argu…

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK) has confirmed that it has filed urgent papers in the High Court in Johannesburg to challenge the SABC’s use of the term “Government of National Unity”. 9:26

38m ago9:26

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK) has confirmed that it has filed urgent papers in the High Court in Johannesburg to challenge the SABC’s use of the term “Government of National Unity”. The party is of the view that the SABC’s use of the term is unconstitutional. For further clarity on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Nhlamulo Ndhlela, MK Party spokes…

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Jacqueline Sedibe’s trip to the zoo 8:10

2h ago8:10

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Jacqueline Sedibe is an 11-year-old girl residing at Slovo informal settlement outside Crosby. In March 2024, the Johannesburg Zoo turned 120 years old. The Barefoot Facilitator offered the members of the Slovo Digital Skills Hub an opportunity to visit the Zoo together. Jacqueline hand-designed a book that captured the experience. GUEST: Jacquelin…

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Police Minister Senzo Mchunu takes hard line on crime 6:44

2h ago6:44

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Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu has promised to take strong action against rising crime levels in the country, citing that crime levels are “increasing and intolerable”. Mchunu made these remarks in outlining the priorities of the Police Ministry for the 7th administration, at Tshedimosetso House, Hatfield in Pretoria earlier today. GUEST: Willem E…

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The Innovation Hub: Ramaphosa’s opening of parliament ‘will have broad sweeping statements’ 6:28

2h ago6:28

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Political analyst Sipho Seepe says South Africa should not expect much from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech at the opening of parliament. Ramaphosa called for the opening of parliament to take place on 18 July 2024. This year’s opening of parliament will be the first under the government of national unity (GNU). Seepe said over the years, presid…

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Home Affairs Leon Schreiber says home affairs will continue to address the issue of illegal employment in the country 7:48

2h ago7:48

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In conversation with the new Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber who says home affairs will continue to address the issue of illegal employment in the country as they intend to intensify their inspection programme at restaurants and farms. According to him, anyone who knowingly employs an illegal foreigner shall be guilty of an offence. He join…

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The impact of Climate Change on South Africa 10:53

2h ago10:53

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President Cyril Ramaphosa says that South Africa needs to accelerate its transition to a cleaner economy, warning that extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense while the country’s biggest trading partners are shopping around for ‘greener’ pastures. While these events have a devastating impact on human lives, health and safety, …

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Phillip Truter, first VBS Mutual Bank convict was released on parole months ago 6:38

2h ago6:38

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Phillip Truter, the first person to be sentenced for his role in the grand looting of VBS Mutual Bank, was released on parole, the Department of Correctional Services revealed. Truter, who was the doomed bank’s chief financial officer, admitted that he was part of the group of people who were involved in the massive theft of VBS Mutual Bank funds. …

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The Health and Allied Workers Indaba Trade Union is calling on government to exclude the private healthcare sector from its National Health Insurance Plan (NHI). 6:58

2h ago6:58

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The Health and Allied Workers Indaba Trade Union is calling on government to exclude the private healthcare sector from its National Health Insurance Plan (NHI). This as they argue that the private sector is more motivated by the need to accumulate profit rather than the interests of South African citizens. To elaborate further on this, we are join…

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update post Donald Trump’s assassination attempt 9:38

16m ago9:38

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Anita Powell from the Voice of America gives us an update post Donald Trump’s assassination attempt. This as the U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday in Pennsylvania. GUEST (US): Anita Powell, Voice of America…

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Trump assassination attempt 7:49

2h ago7:49

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The Global Watch: As the US reels from the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, we hear from the Republican strategist Douglas Heye. This as you may know that an inquiry has been ordered into security at the rally as investigators look for the motives of the 20-year-old shooter - Thomas Matthew Crooks. GUEST: Doug Heye is former Communications …

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A RESA Story 9:19

23h ago9:19

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I saw this story earlier this week on one Raymond Maboya’s X timeline. The story starts with Ray narrating how a few years ago, they took over an abandoned facility in Vereeniging CBD that housed narcotics addicts and was declared a No-Go area due to crime. Little did they know that this abandoned facility will give birth to future South African so…

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"South Africa is very innovative; we have a lot of products that have hit international markets," says Professor Blade Nzimande 9:52

23h ago9:52

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The Innovation Hub: In conversation with Professor Blade Nzimande: How will science, technology and innovation contribute to the development of this country under his leadership and how will he shape innovation activities going forward? The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande joins us to outline his vision for h…

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VBS Mutual Bank 8:06

23h ago8:06

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The NPA put out a statement around 1PM this afternoon strongly condemning the unlawful leaking of an affidavit in the VBS case. The said affidavit made explosive allegations against some high-profile politicians. Earlier this week, former chairperson of the now-defunct VBS Mutual Bank board, Tshifhiwa Matodzi, was sentenced to an effective 15-years…

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NUMSA condemns the management of Gautrain for playing games during negotiations instead of tabling a meaningful offer to settle the strike 7:27

1d ago7:27

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The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has noted that the ongoing strike at Gautrain is having a very negative impact on the efficiency of the service, as a result of the NUMSA strike. A series of angry posts from frustrated commuters on X is evidence that the strike by NUMSA members is disrupting services. It is disappointing that the …

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"There are a number of people who need to be prosecuted in the VBS saga," says Pauli Van Wyk 9:00

1d ago9:00

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In an explosive 70-page “witness statement”, former VBS chairperson Tshifhiwa Matodzi has laid bare the corruption that rotted the bank from within. Although he does preface his statement with an apology to all those affected, including depositors, stakeholders, shareholders, staff, members of the public and taxpayers, the statement is devoid of em…

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Dr Sipho Sithole share his side of the story in relation to the Covid-19 relief 2020-2021 beneficiaries list that the department of sport, arts and culture recently published. 20:59

1d ago20:59

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Cultural strategist who was also under the employ of the ministry of sport, arts and culture during the Covid-19 period, Dr Sipho Sithole joins us now to share his side of the story in relation to the Covid-19 relief 2020-2021 beneficiaries list that the department of sport, arts and culture recently published. Sithole will also talk to us about hi…

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Rwandans will cast their vote on Monday 5:35

1d ago5:35

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The Global Watch: As Rwandans will cast their vote on Monday. Rights groups continue to raise alarm over harsh restrictions on human rights, including freedom of association. Interestingly as well is that Paul Kagame first came into power in 1994 after he led the Rwandan Patriotic Front rebel group to defeat Hutu extremist forces and end the genoci…

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On Monday Rwandans will vote in an election that most people say will certainly extend the long rule of President Paul Kagame, who is running virtually unopposed after three decades 8:37

1d ago8:37

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On Monday Rwandans will vote in an election that most people say will certainly extend the long rule of President Paul Kagame, who is running virtually unopposed after three decades in power. But what about opposition leaders in Rwanda – don’t they have a say in this upcoming election? We find out from Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza who unfortunately is…

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STANDARD BANK BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL BANKING CONFERENCE UNLOCKING AFRICA’S GROWTH 6:14

5d ago6:14

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Earlier this week we spoke to an energy expert, Crown Prince Adil Nchabeleng about the Electricity Minister’s plans on nuclear energy. I was quite please to see there’s a session on Africa’s energy solution at the Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking Conference, Unlocking Africa’s Growth. To get an idea of what this session was all about, …

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The Innovation Hub: 7:57

2d ago7:57

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Dr. Stavros Nicolaou, Senior Executive: Strategic Trade Aspen Pharmacare Holdings LimitedBy SAfm

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The highly anticipated cabinet lekgotla, which was initially scheduled to take place today and tomorrow, has been moved to the weekend 9:19

2d ago9:19

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The highly anticipated cabinet lekgotla, which was initially scheduled to take place today and tomorrow, has been moved to the weekend. Eleven political parties that form part of the Government of National Unity will set out the government’s plan of action for the next five years. GUEST: Professor Themba Maseko, Head of Wits School of Governance…

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According to the findings of the report, 90 percent of the world’s 2, 000 most influential companies are failing to safeguard human rights, decent work and ethical conduct. 9:33

2d ago9:33

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We examine the World Benchmarking Alliance report that was released recently. According to the findings of the report, 90 percent of the world’s 2, 000 most influential companies are failing to safeguard human rights, decent work and ethical conduct. What is even more disturbing is that some of these companies are not even attempting to turn things…

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STANDARD BANK BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL BANKING CONFERENCE UNLOCKING AFRICA’S GROWTH 8:44

2d ago8:44

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As I mentioned earlier, I attended some of the sessions held at the Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking Conference, Unlocking Africa’s Growth, and I managed to meet and network with a number of great people in the business world. Some of whom are Standard Bank Clients so why not get a sense of how this conference is going from their persp…

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Equal Education writes to ANC Chief Whip about Zizi Kodwa 7:44

2d ago7:44

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Equal Education strongly condemns the nomination of corruption-accused Ncediso Goodenough “Zizi” Kodwa to serve as a member of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education. The organisation has written to ANC Chief Whip, Mdumiseni Ntuli, to register their concerns and to call on the ANC to immediately withdraw the nomination of Zizi Kodwa to the Port…

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The MK Party has reinstated party secretary-general, Arthur Zwane with immediate effect. 7:04

2d ago7:04

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The MK Party has reinstated party secretary-general, Arthur Zwane with immediate effect. The party has revealed that its leader, Jacob Zuma, has rejected Zwane’s request for a part time position in the party and has ordered him back to work. For more analysis on what this means, we are joined by…. GUEST: Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast, Director of …

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The City of Ekurhuleni is calling on owners of vehicles that were impounded by Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) before 31 December last year to collect them before 15:00 tomorrow afternoon ... 8:45

2d ago8:45

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The City of Ekurhuleni is calling on owners of vehicles that were impounded by Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) before 31 December last year to collect them before 15:00 tomorrow afternoon, failure to do so will lead to these vehicles being destroyed. To give us more details on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Lieutenant Colonel Kele…

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International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola took part in a symposium that focused on South Africa's national interests and global advancements. 7:34

2d ago7:34

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The Global Watch: Earlier on today, International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola took part in a symposium that focused on South Africa's national interests and global advancements. During his address Lamola made it clear that South Africa's non-alignment and universality posture will remain sacrosanct. This is very important because most people w…

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STANDARD BANK BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL BANKING CONFERENCE UNLOCKING AFRICA’S GROWTH 12:12

2d ago12:12

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We are broadcasting live from Cape Town at the Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking Conference, Unlocking Africa’s Growth is what this 3 day conference is all about. One of the themes covered today is Africa’s competitive advantage, finding the growth opportunities. To help me explore this theme a bit more, I am joined by… GUESTS: Goolam B…

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New Samsung fold 4 8:23

3d ago8:23

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Justin Hume, Vice President of Mobile @Samsung South AfricaBy SAfm

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The Innovation Hub: Cyber-Hackers and hacking, how it all works 7:12

3d ago7:12

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Many think that “hacker” refers to some self-taught whiz kid or rogue programmer skilled at modifying computer hardware or software so it can be used in ways outside the original developers’ intent. But this is a narrow view that doesn’t begin to encompass the wide range of reasons why someone turns to hacking. GUEST: Paul Hjul, Hjul Consulting’s M…

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The sport, arts and culture department’s Covid-19 relief funds 13:36

3d ago13:36

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The sport, arts and culture department has published a list of artists who benefited from the Covid-19 relief fund. According to the list, some of the beneficiaries include the Rebecca Malope Foundation, Busiswa Qqulu, Dumisani Mbebe, Arthur Mafokate and his son, and Bethusile Mcinga. BET winner, Makhadzi was also named on the list but she denies e…

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"When you visit your loved one, they are brought to the reception area, so you don't get to see inside," says Christine Nxumalo. 7:37

6d ago7:37

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The inquest was held to determine the cause of the deaths and if anyone should be held criminally liable. Christine Nxumalo blew the whistle after she found out about the death of her sister, Virginia Machpelah. Her sister had been moved without her knowledge to the Precious Angels NGO. GUEST: Christine Nxumalo, blew the whistle on Life Esidimeni a…

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the High Court in Pretoria handed down the judgement of the Life Esidimeni Inquest, which concluded last November. 10:28

3d ago10:28

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Life Esidimeni Inquest About 2 hours ago, the High Court in Pretoria handed down the judgement of the Life Esidimeni Inquest, which concluded last November. This follows the tragic deaths of 144 mental healthcare patients eight years ago, after their transfer from the specialised Life Esidimeni hospital to inadequate NGOs and care facilities, marki…

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The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has sentenced former Venda Building Society (VBS) Mutual Bank chairperson Tshifhiwa Matodzi to 495 years in prison, but he will only serve 15 years in jail. 4:14

3d ago4:14

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The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has sentenced former Venda Building Society (VBS) Mutual Bank chairperson Tshifhiwa Matodzi to 495 years in prison, but he will only serve 15 years in jail. Joining us to explain further on this, we are joined by… GUEST: Colonel Katlego Mogale, Hawks spokespersonBy SAfm

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the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan is having a devastating impact on women and children. 6:07

3d ago6:07

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The Global Watch: As Sudan continues to face the effects of the ongoing conflict. We hear from the Doctors Without Borders in terms of challenges they continuously face when it comes to the delivery of humanitarian aid. We understand that the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country is having a devastating impact on women and children. For more o…

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Zwelinzima Vavi says the Constitution and Parliament rules should be amended so that eligibility is not limited only to those sentenced for 15 months without an option of a fine but must include those ... 9:34

3d ago9:34

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Following the ongoing Dr John Hlophe’s JSC debacle. The General Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU), Zwelinzima Vavi says the Constitution and Parliament rules should be amended so that eligibility is not limited only to those sentenced for 15 months without an option of a fine but must include those condemned by the C…

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the department of sport, arts and culture has published a list of artists who benefited from the Covid-19 relief fund. 14:44

3d ago14:44

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As promised, the department of sport, arts and culture has published a list of artists who benefited from the Covid-19 relief fund. It has emerged that the department paid over R71 million to the beneficiaries and more than 3 500 people benefited. According to the ministry, the list was published in the interest of transparency. For more on this, w…

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Palesa 6:03

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By SAfm

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The Innovation Hub: SARS Tax Filling Season 4:46

4d ago4:46

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SARS has rolled out several updates to streamline the tax filing process. We’ll be looking at some of the things you need to keep in mind this tax season, from enhanced digital tools, e-filing, their mobile app, auto assessment to key dates. GUEST: Yolisa Dyasi, Tax Technical Consultant at the South African Institute of Taxation…

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Judges Matter disappointed by National Assembly’s decisions on JSC and Magistrates commission 9:54

4d ago9:54

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Judges Matter came out earlier today and said that, they are disappointed by the National Assembly’s decision to designate as members of the Judicial Service Commission and Magistrates Commission, MPs who have previously been found guilty of misconduct or have been criticised by courts for ethical breaches, such as Dr John Hlophe and Ms Faith Mutha…

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Eskom resumes load reduction as loadshedding remains suspended to protect human life as a result of electricity theft. 6:57

4d ago6:57

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Earlier today, Eskom released a statement stating that “While Eskom has suspended loadshedding for 104 consecutive days due to sufficient generation capacity to supply electricity to the country, the issue of network overloading has resurfaced with the onset of winter. Despite continued public information campaigns to customers about the implicatio…

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