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First Take SA

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South Africa
Corruption
Extortion
South African Police Service
MK Party
Bus Safety
Police Service
South African Rainbow Alliance
Food Poisoning
Limpopo
Pan Africanist Congress Of Azania
Civil Claims
Debt
Pension Withdrawals
Umkhonto Wesizwe Party
Bus Crashes
National Assembly
Crime Intelligence
Financial Crime
Colleen Makhubele

News and Current Affairs

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As South Africa approaches the 2026 State of the Nation Address, United Africans Transformation (UAT) is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to move beyond repetition and symbolism. UAT says the address must include clear, time‑bound commitments tha... more

COSATU says it expects President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address, SONA to address South Africa's 42.4 % unemployment, 1 % growth, poverty, inequality, crime and corruption. The labour union is calling for faster fixes at Transnet and Me... more

Political analyst Professor André Duvenage says President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address will be delivered in a climate that has moved from simmering to boiling point. He expects the speech to reflect domestic tensions, especially... more

Residents of Johannesburg's southern suburbs will this morning hold a peaceful protest over ongoing water outages. Communities from Mulbarton, Robertsham, Ridgeway, Ormonde and Winchester Hills are gathering to demand reliable water supply and better... more

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Mpho Hlongwane
PWV Regional Organizer of the National Union of Mineworkers
National Union of Mineworkers
Episode: NUM members protest outside IDC offices over job cuts
Johann Kotze
Chief Executive Officer of AgriSA
AgriSA
Episode: AgriSA welcomes extension of AGOA
Vuyiswa Ramokgopa
National Chairperson of RISE Mzansi and member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature
RISE Mzansi
Episode: Water shortage in Johannesburg enters its seventh day
Brandon Pretorius
DA Caucus Leader of Ekurhuleni
Democratic Alliance
Episode: DA in Ekurhuleni concerned over salary increases for senior officials on precautionary suspension
Sonja Carstens
Media and Communications Manager of the Motor Industry Staff Association
Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA)
Episode: MISA: Don't sacrifice retail motor industry to protect auto manufacturing
Edwin Mkhize
Cosatu Provincial Secretary in KwaZulu-Natal
Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu)
Episode: COSATU KZN Outraged Over Unpaid Municipal Workers in Impendle
Francois Nortjé
Founder of NT55 Investments and developer of the Port of Gauteng
NT55 Investments
Episode: High Court battle underway over proposed K148 road in Gauteng
Xolile Vundla
Chairperson of Animation South Africa
Animation South Africa
Episode: Thousands of Film and TV Workers Protest Government's Handling of Industry
Dominique Martin
Spokesperson for the Food and Allied Workers Union, FAWU
FAWU
Episode: FAWU Condemns SASKO Retrenchments Across South Africa

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Elvis
Host of the SAFM Current Affairs, with a focus on discussing key issues in South African news, politics, and society.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Excellent content

    SAFM on fire SABC well done . The voice of the nation is clear :)) and powerful

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Shock and disappointment after DIRCO declared Israeli Chargé d'Affaires persona non grata
Q: What steps does the board recommend to de-escalate the tensions?
They urge the governments to set aside hostility and engage in dialogue to find a way forward, highlighting the risks of continuing hostility.
Shock and disappointment after DIRCO declared Israeli Chargé d'Affaires persona non grata
Q: What impact could the removal of both these senior diplomats have on South African citizens living in Israel?
It could leave South Africans in Israel without consular services for emergencies like passports and visas, which is particularly concerning given past crises.
Shock and disappointment after DIRCO declared Israeli Chargé d'Affaires persona non grata
Q: What specific diplomatic norms does Dirco claim Ariel Seidman violated?
The exact details of the allegations are unclear, but they could relate to Israeli NGOs assisting with issues South Africa's government should manage, like the water crisis.
Strong emotions over changing of geographical names of places and towns
Q: How do you think the debate over name changes reflects on the country's ability to balance different interests and values?
Roets believes that while name changes should not be opposed outright, they need to be justified with consensus from the communities directly affected.
Strong emotions over changing of geographical names of places and towns
Q: Given that name changes often aim to reflect the country's diverse history and heritage, how do you reconcile your critique of these changes with the need to address historical injustices?
Roets argues that changing names is not the solution for inclusivity and justice, stating it's more like decorative symbolism while real issues like water access remain unaddressed.

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A strong focus on South African news and current affairs is prevalent throughout the episodes, with significant discussions surrounding political events, economic policies, and social issues affecting the nation. Guests often include political analysts, government representatives, and industry experts who offer insights into recent developments, such as the appointment of the National Director of Public Prosecutions and the implications of ongoing political maneuvers. Unique aspects include a commitment to highlighting both grassroots and governmental perspectives, emphasizing the role of citizens and civil society in promoting accountability and transparency within the public sector. This podcast is likely to appeal to individuals keen on ... more

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3. Vuyiswa Ramokgopa
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