6 Year old Harvey Vince and his little sister Liv review the week's show.. How did we go? Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/bec-cosi-and-lehmo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Hit Network

The News and Current Affairs Show, hosted by award-winning presenter Sakina Kamwendo, presents another weekly feature with Martin Creamer, the publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly.By SAfm

The World Changers Candidate - WCC - is calling on churches, parents, and communities to unite and take action against the normalisation of drug culture among young people. This as TOMORROW, Easter Sunday, coincides with the globally recognised "4/20" phenomenon—a day synonymous with cannabis celebration. The clash of these two dates has sparked co…

It's a bumper Easter weekend of continental football with three South African teams taking on rivals in the CAF Champions League first leg, semifinal fixtures. Mamelodi Sundowns and 12-time CAF Champions league winners, Al Ahly are set for a blockbuster match-up at Loftus Versfeld THIS AFTERNOON, with a place in the final on the line. Kick-off is a…

The South African National Blood Service - SANBS - is this long weekend embarking on it's #EasterFamilyBloodBond to encourage families to donate blood together during the holiday season. The service says they are ready to receive you whether you're ready to donate blood or simply curious about your blood type. To tell us more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to…

Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces THIS WEEK announced the formation of a rival government, two years since the country descended into a brutal war that has left tens of thousands dead and triggered what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Since war erupted on 15 April 2023, nearly 13 million people have been disp…

A U.S judge has ruled that Google is illegally dominating some online advertising markets. Some are of the view that the ruling could lead to a breakup of the tech giant’s lucrative advertising business. However, they are not the only tech giants who are being subjected to legal scrutiny as Meta is being accused of having built an illegal social me…

Toll concessionaires in South Africa are increasingly phasing out swipe payments in favour of tap-and-go and biometric authentication. This comes amid a rise in crime targeting toll gates in the country, with instances of card cloning and hijacking being among the most prevalent in these locations. For more on this, I am joined by… GUEST: Richard F…

Last week, Home Affairs Minister, Dr. Leon Schreiber, unveiled a fleet of drones and 40 body-worn cameras to be deployed by the Border Management Authority to improve border security and curb corruption. With traffic volumes increasing on the N4 towards the Lebombo border and many other port of entries, Dr. Mike Masiapato, Commissioner of the Borde…

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has publicly released its investigation report on fraudulent roadworthy certificates, saying it cannot be allowed to gather dust while lives are lost. In March this year, the civic action group revealed several instances where vehicles failed roadworthy inspections in Gauteng, only to be issued with a certi…

Putco will operate nearly 500 buses for the Zion Christian Church’s Easter pilgrimage to Moria this weekend, marking the return of one of South Africa’s largest religious gatherings after a five-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Jack Sekwaila, PUTCO Operations Executive, joins me on the line to give us an update on the number of Putco busses…

The Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison in Mpumalanga has urged motorists to adhere to the rules of the road and reduce speed especially when driving in adverse weather conditions. This after a head on collision claimed the lives of five people on the N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast yesterday afternoon. GUEST: Moeti Mm…

As we continue to monitor the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC. The United Nations has warned that the situation in the country remains one of the most complex and underfunded humanitarian crises globally. But what more can be done to end the conflict? For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Nixon Katembo, African Affairs commentator, who also …

The Trump administration intends to close nearly 30 embassies and consulates worldwide, and interestingly most of those are located in Africa and Europe. The proposed closures, particularly on the African continent include embassies in Lesotho, Eritrea, the Central African Republic, the Republic of Congo, the Gambia, and South Sudan. South Africa a…

Over six hundred law enforcement officers in Mpumalanga are hard at work, doing 24-hour shifts, monitoring the movement of people and goods at the Lebombo Border Post with Mozambique. Traffic volumes have been on the surge on most of the province's roads including the N4 toll road and the N12. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News reporter, Motsebi wa…

Both Richards Bay and Cape Town City are on 24 points, just one spot from bottom with Richards Bay having a game in hand. With the relegation process still unknown, expect some fireworks as the teams look to score points. SABC Sports News Anchor, Jon GerickeBy SAfm

The South African National Space Agency (Sansa) weather centre says a solar storm that hit planet Earth recently, has impacted satellite navigation systems in South Africa. Based on data from the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a Severe-class solar storm hit on Wednesday. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SANSA Space We…

Holidaymakers have been urged not to accept help from anyone at ATMs as bank card scamming is likely to be on the rise this Easter Long Weekend. People may have their cards cloned or swapped, or tapped if they are not vigilant enough. According to the Banking Sector, criminals targets least busy ATMs at filling stations and city centres. People are…

The Putco Bus Company has partnered with the SAPS and traffic officials to ensure safe journeys for over two-million ZCC pilgrims that are expected in Moria over this Easter weekend. The company has dispatched 500 buses to accommodate pilgrims heading to Moria. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Putco Bus spokesperson, Lindokuhle Xul…

The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal has noted the outcome of the ward 110 by-election in eThekwini, while also making it clear that they remain concerned by a series of irregularities that have severely compromised the credibility and integrity of the electoral process. GUEST: Mike Mabuyakhulu, ANC Task team Co-ordinator in KwaZulu-Natal…

The MK Party has won a hotly contested by-election in the eThekwini Municipality. Ward 110 was previously held by the DA, however, the MK Party says its win demonstrates its growing influence in South African politics. This was the party’s first ever metro by-election win. For more on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Nhlamulo Ndhlela, MK Party spoke…

There’s been reports today about security guards clashing with students on the Walter Sisulu University Mthatha campus amid a shutdown after the fatal shooting of a student two days ago. To get more details on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Nkululeko Nyembezi, SABC News Reporter in the Eastern Cape…

The Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, led a multidisciplinary inspection team, comprised mainly of Department of Employment and Labour Inspectors, the Department of Home Affairs and the Eastern Cape Liquor Board, for workplace inspections at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. The joint-blitz campaign, which commenced from 7 t…

The South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) in the Western Cape has called for a full and thorough investigation, following the fatal shooting of its Provincial Executive Committee member, Mongi Titi. Titi was shot at the Nyanga taxi rank last night. GUEST: Makhosandile Tumana - Spokesperson of Santaco in the Western Cape…

2 days ago, the World Economic Forum unveiled its 2025 cohort of Young Global Leaders, that is, 116 exceptional individuals under 40 who are redefining leadership in a changing world. Our Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, is one of the 116 exceptional individuals that were unveiled and she now joins me in studio to celebrate this moment …

Tottenham have lost five of their last seven knockout stage away games in all UEFA competitions. Spurs boss, Ange Postacoglu. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Tottenham lose 5th of last 7 knockout stage away UEFA gamesBy SAfm

Chaos has gripped Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg, as two learners were stabbed at two separate schools in Orange Farm in the south of Johannesburg this week. Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has warned that any learner found to be involved in gang-related violence will be suspended. . The incidents have sparked fear, outrage and frustratio…

The young women who testified against Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso during his trial - say they feel let down by the justice system. Omotoso and his two co-accused were found not guilty on all 32 charges including rape, human trafficking and racketeering by the High Court in Gqeberha last week. Speaking during a media briefing held by the …

Police are investigating a murder case in Sophiatown, Johannesburg. This comes after a 60-year-old scholar transport driver was shot and killed this morning. The man had just dropped off schoolchildren at Christiaan De Wet Primary school. A relative of a scholar transport driver who was gunned down says the incident has traumatised her. Lucia Smith…

The Transport Department has vowed to increase law enforcement visibility at night and early mornings ahead of the Easter long weekend. This has travelers have already started to embark on journeys to their respective destinations for the first term holidays. Numerous traffic road blocks have been ongoing since the start of this week to ensure safe…

Higher Education Minister, Nobuhle Nkabane is scheduled to visit the family of the Walter Sisulu University student who was killed during a protest. Yesterday Nkabane apologised to the students of Walter Sisulu University as well as the family of the student, after the university issued a statement saying that the deceased waas not a registered stu…

When we talk about the gender-based violence pandemic in South Africa, we often do not talk about sexual grooming and how it plays a role in rape culture. Child Grooming is an offense where an adult subjects a child to psychological manipulation and violation of their developing sexuality. A perpetrator will make use of their adult authority or eco…

The Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality is situated in the North West province under the Bojanala Platinum District. Under them is Swartruggens, Koster and Derby. Other than poor roads and a lack of water, they were also in the news for groundbreaking court cases. In 2020 the High Court in Mafikeng ruled that the municipality was in breach of its leg…

A recent Stellenbosch University study reveals widespread parental anxiety over children's safety en route to school. In the Cape Metropole, especially in lower-income areas. Over 86% of parents voiced concern, with fears highest in communities plagued by pedestrian crashes. Sophia du Plessis, researcher, has stressed urgent intervention, better en…

The Democratic Alliance has filed corruption charges against Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane, accusing her of defrauding Eskom of over R700,000 while at a consulting firm Vitrovian. The party alleges fake invoices bear her signature. Simelane also faces past allegations in the VBS Bank scandal. For more on this we are joined by Adv. Glyn…

ActionSA has raised the alarm over Eskom's latest update, revealing R3.6 billion was spent on diesel in just 30 days R1.34 billion in the first 10 days of April alone. The party says South Africa hasn't ended load shedding, it's simply masking it with an expensive diesel-powered illusion, all funded by taxpayers. For more on this we are joined by A…

The Public Servants Association in Mpumalanga (PSA) says it is worried about the ongoing suspension of Chief Executive Officers (CEOS) and senior managers at various healthcare institutions in Mpumalanga and the impact on service delivery. It says currently, 14 CEOS and managers remain suspended by the Mpumalanga Department of Health. These prolong…

As we head into the long Easter weekend, the Polokwane municipal authorities are outlining plans to deal with traffic on the roads. The municipal roads experience heavy traffic flow as worshippers to Moria and holiday makers drive through the area. To discuss this further we are joined on the line by Limpopo MEC for Transport and Community Safety, …

KwaZulu-Natal's MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, who visited rain affected areas has urged residents on low laying areas to heed the weather warning. He says communities affected will be provided with temporary shelter. For more on this we are joined on the line by KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma...…

Gen Z, politics and polarisation Guest: Tara Ross, Politcal analsyt and Unesco Youth ambassadorBy SAfm

President Ramaphosa was in Nelson Mandela Bay in the past two days alongside some ministers. He engaged the Eastern Cape provincial government. The civil society organisations in Gqeberha were hoping they could address some of their grivances with the President (which never happened). Guest: Zukile Madikane, Member of Nelson Mandela Bay Civil Socie…

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The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has announced a significant milestone in its efforts to uphold integrity, discipline, and accountability within the public service. For more on this, I am joined on the line by … GUEST: Mmamoloko Kubayi, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development…

A multi-disciplinary law enforcement operation led by the Hawks has resulted in the successful rescue of the 45-year-old American citizen, reportedly a local pastor who had allegedly been kidnapped and held at a safe house in Gqeberha. During the operation, three unidentified suspects were fatally wounded. For more on this, we are joined by…… GUEST…

The Constitutional Court has dismissed with costs, the UMkhonto weSizwe Party and Dr John Hlophe’s bid to appeal the interim interdict that has prohibited him from serving on the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). To explain what this means going forward is…… GUEST: Mbekezeli Benjamin, Legal Researcher @Judges Matter…

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of the National Credit Regulator, upholding the earlier ruling by the Tribunal, which found that the Loan Company had engaged in multiple acts that were in contravention of the National Credit Act in relation to their loan terms with their respective customers. Prior that the Loan Company essentially …

We unpack the latest report that has been published by Amnesty International that investigated human rights violations committed by the Mozambican security forces during last year and early this year’s post-election protests. The report has found that Mozambican security forces used reckless and unnecessary force in a widespread crackdown on protes…

We continue our series on the G20 with Lerato Tsebe looking at how South Africa uses this opportunity of being at the helm for 2025. Guest: Lerato Tsebe - Independent African ResearcherBy SAfm

In South Africa, sports injuries have doubled at school level in contact sports like rugby, cricket, soccer and basketball. Rugby has one of the highest incidence of concussion in team sports where 10 to 15% of high school rugby players will suffer a concussion every season. It carries the inevitable risk of head injuries, ranging from minor concus…

Stellenbosch's win over AmaZulu last night came at a cost with Ashley Cupido expected to be out for "a minimum of six weeks" duer to a hamstring injury. The striker will miss this week's trip to Zanzibar for the Confederation Cup semifinal against Simba FC. Cupido was replaced by South Africa U20 forward Langelihle Phili but he will have Amajita du…