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The Constitutional Court has ruled that there is no justification for the non-recognition of Muslim marriages. The Apex court upheld an earlier Supreme Court ruling that declared that parts of the Marriage and Divorce Acts […]

Muslims are divided over the halal integrity of natural tartaric acid. However, there is concern that halal certifying bodies are only focused on food contents, rather than it whether it is permissible for Muslims to […]

Four and half years after the State Capture Commission of Inquiry was established, the final installment has finally been packaged and handed over to President Cyril Ramaphosa. The final part deals with mainly the State […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa convenes his Coordinating Council tomorrow, to discuss lifting the mandatory mask-wearing and public gathering restrictions. The proposed changes to the Covid-19 regulations come as both natural and vaccine immunity have played a […]

The debate around whether three of Cadbury’s chocolates; Lunch Bar, PS and Chomp are halaal for Muslim consumption continues. There are divergent views on tartaric acid from the wine industry and its halal status. Guest: […]

Questions around whether or not three popular chocolates are halal or not have gripped the Muslim community over the weekend. It follows divergent views that Lunch Bar, PS and Chomp are not safe for halal […]

The Hawala system has ensured that thousands of migrants have been able to thrive in their new home countries. However, it has a poor reputation for being linked to money laundering and extortion rings. Hawala […]

Last month’s mass demonstrations in Sri Lanka have sent warning signs to the rest of the world. This as several middle-income and developing countries are dealing with similar problems of political dysfunction and the impact […]

The deadline for parents and guardians to enroll their children at one of the schools they’ve listed during the placement application process is June 17. But Western Cape parents already found that most schools are […]

South Africans along the coast are paying R24 for a litre of petrol. And government would have us believe that they’ve spared us the worst of it, as they’ve extended the suspension of the fuel […]

Former Eskom chief executive, Matshela Koko is consulting his lawyers to launch new investigations into President Cyril Ramaphosa for his links to Glencore’s corrupt deals at the power utility. Koko had told the State Capture […]

Mining giant, Glencore is on a drive to save face after it was found to have manipulated the market, and engaged in bribery. It now has to pay a fine of up to R23.6 billion. […]

The Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) has been criticised for closing ranks rather than explaining the process of a Commission of Inquiry into alleged financial mismanagement. Islamic scholar, Professor Farid Esack says that closing ranks affects […]

For many people, the hajj or umrah is the first, and sometimes only international trip they’ll ever take. When considering the finances, while focusing on affording the packages offered by travel operators, pilgrims may be […]

The parliamentary debate over South Africa’s energy crisis has reached boiling point. During yesterday’s session, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan criticised MPs for disregarding the latest State Capture Report that focussed on Eskom. The minister […]

South Africa’s rail network could soon be better ‘on track’ after Cabinet approved a white paper aimed at developing the country’s critical rail infrastructure. Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula says the policy was approved in March […]

Alleged racism at Stellenbosch University has once again fallen under the spotlight. It follows video footage of white students urinating on a black student’s belongings in his residence room. The white student has since been […]

South Africans will finally be able to perform Hajj this year. Concerns about the spread of Covid-19 since 2020 drastically impacted the number of people allowed to participate in the pilgrimage. The doors are now […]

The official that enacted a noise nuisance warning to a Salt River Mosque, misunderstood the City’s updated regulations on this issue. The complaint against the Mughamadiya Masjied has caused outrage from the religious community. The […]

In a wide-reaching interview, International Relations Minister, Naledi Pandor has outlined ongoing efforts to integrate African cooperation and exert the continent’s stances on affairs affecting AU nations and global politics. Africa Day is marked on […]

A Zionist court has ruled to erase thousands of Palestinians from the land they’ve inhabited and cultivated for 13 generations. Masafer Yatta in Al Khalil is the latest Palestinian village to experience this modern day […]

Apartheid Israel has yet again intensified its acts of aggression against Palestinians. It has targeted Palestinian Christians, denying them access to their holy sites.  This year, the month of April sees the Abrahamic faiths’ religious […]

The Department of Human Settlements has begun providing temporary housing to KwaZulu-Natal’s flood victims. Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says that the government has already allocated funds to the construction of houses that had been damaged during […]

The DA-led local and provincial governments have been criticised for failing to redress the impact of Apartheid spatial planning. The Group Areas Act of that time had forced thousands of families away from central business […]

The rising fuel prices are having knock-on effects on the cost of food. While this may be a large contributor to the cost of food production and delivery, there are other issues that may affect […]

April marks freedom month, and during this time those that contributed to fighting for democracy and ending the oppressive regime gets highlighted. However, families of slain freedom fighters that weren’t as popular but on the […]

Police Minister Bheki Cele, and Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi are due in Diepsloot this afternoon. Community members are awaiting their arrival at the local Youth Centre. The ministers are meant to address the growing […]

Government has been urged to act swiftly in dealing with the growing attacks on foreign nationals. It comes as the controversial Dudula Operation gains momentum in parts of Gauteng and now KwaZulu-Natal. Its members are […]

The Spar Cape Town Ramadaan and Lifestyle Expo has come and gone, and we’re still overwhelmed by the support for this event. Radio 786 took a calculated risk to put on this expo, which was […]

Tensions continue at Heathfield High. This, as principal Wesley Neuman is set to appear in court this morning, after an event the school organised to raise funds was shut down during the lockdown last year. […]

The City of Cape has been working to bolster local businesses. While this has been directed at skills development, the small and informal business sector also have much to contribute. This weekend, the Spar Cape Town […]

It’s been nearly 30 days since Russia launched its military campaign in Ukraine. The Western response to this has seen sanctions being piled on Russia and individual business people. Mainstream rhetoric has been pushing to […]

The unfolding events between Russia and Ukraine have had far-reaching effects across the globe. Global sunflower oil prices have increased by 50% since the conflict began late February. This led to a sharp rise in […]

The occupation by Clover workers of the Industrial Development Corporation in Sandton has ended. They are calling for the nationalisation of the dairy manufacturer. The strikers are affiliated to the General Industrial Workers Union of […]

South Africa’s stance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has come into question. Following the Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s(Dirco) statement on the situation, it appeared that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s sentiments on the conflict contradicted that […]

The tensions in Gauteng are being fueled by anti-foreigner sentiments that have pervaded the province for years. Sociology lecturer at the University of Johannesburg Dr Trevor Ngwane, says that figures like former Mayor Herman Mashabe […]

In an ostensibly coordinated move, the banking industry has shut out Sekunjalo Investment Holdings, headed by Dr Iqbal Surve, from holding accounts or doing business. The move has almost entirely blocked the major black-owned corporate […]

The benefits of a mother’s milk are well-documented. And with the evidence growing, the manufacturers of formula substitutes are on the offensive to convince mothers that they don’t need to breastfeed. University of the Western […]

The ban on the hijab has extended to India. Outrage was sparked after a college in Karnataka province barred six Muslim students from attending classes while wearing a headscarf, saying it violated the dress code. […]

Bonteheuwel has begun seeing an uptick in gang-related activity. This time, it claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy in Bramble Way. According to Bonteheuwel Ward Councilor Angus McKenzie, the violence started when rival gangs […]

The committee set up to determine whether the health regulator, Sahpra had acted lawfully when it approved children being vaccinated against Covid-19, delayed proceedings once again. This as Sahpra had failed to present the applicants, […]

The case involving twins Brandon Lee and Tony Lee Thulsie on charges relating planning acts of terror has concluded in a plea bargain.  The Johannesburg High Court sentenced the two to 11 and 8 years […]

The ANC in the Western Cape has called out the City of Cape Town for not properly engaging with communities before disposing of land. In the latest bout of proposals to dispose of City-own land […]

The Judicial Service Commission(JSC) has recommended that Judge Mandisa Maya, currently president of the Supreme Court of Appeal, be appointed as South Africa’s next Chief Justice. Last week, the commission interviewed four-judge candidates, including Acting […]

Former Bosasa Chief Operating Officer Angelo Agrizzi featured as a key witness at the Commission of inquiry into State Capture, making key revelations about the extent to which business had corrupt dealings with the government. […]

The ANC in the Western Cape has requested an urgent sitting of the the provincial portfolio committee on community safety following the suspension of MEC Albert Fritz. The suspended MEC made headlines yesterday following claims […]

The DA in the Western Cape has urged the public and opposition parties not to make political connections over Community Safety MEC Albert Fritz’s suspension. According to online publication News24, Fritz is alleged to have […]

It’s expected that businesses could get a spring in their step this year as a number of Covid-19 restrictions have disappeared. However important to the success of any business is to know one’s customer which […]

Cybercrime thrived during the Covid-19 pandemic as companies and people were reliant on technology for remote working or to simply communicate with their families. The latest data reveals that the education and research sectors saw […]

The ANC parliamentary caucus is in disarray, and it’s playing out within the context of factionalism. Political analyst, Dr Ralph Mathekga says that this is evident in the disciplinary action being taken against ANC Member […]

Business Leadership SA (BLSA) may be crippled in addressing the allegations of corruption within its member organisations. Open Secrets researcher, Zen Mathe says that institutions like the American management consulting company, Bain, Standard Bank, Nedbank, […]

As Western Cape schools get back to teaching and learning for the new academic year, more than 3,000 pupils are still waiting to see if there’s any space for them. Education MEC Debbie Schäfer says […]

The last two years have been testing for both teachers and learners as they had to adapt to a new school year and way of learning. But for those just entering school life – such […]

In a turn of events. the Moti family have denied that they stopped the police from effectively investigating the kidnapping of their four kids. A statement released by the family says they didn’t obtain an […]

Police will still pursue the Moti kidnapping case despite not being allowed to talk to the victims. This as the father of the four obtained an interdict and have now relocated to Dubai. The boys […]

If the government is serious about tackling corruption, there should be clear consequences for those found guilty of it. This was the comment given by DA leader John Steenhuisen, following the official handover of the […]

Despite the fire at Parliament, President Cyril Ramaphosa affirmed that the work of the National Assembly will continue. The fire which started at the old Assembly spread, causing severe damage to various parts of Parliament. […]

With Parliament’s entire precinct severely damaged following Sunday’s fire, the National Education, Health and Allied Workers Union (Nehawu) expressed concern over the sensitive information that was destroyed in the blaze. According to Nehawu, Parliament’s night […]

This year ended with quite the upset for Formula 1 fans, as Lewis Hamilton missed out on the championship title. Meanwhile, for those of us who have to stick to speed limits; the upset hit […]

The Western Cape’s hospitals have already been inundated with road-related incidents this month. Chief of Operations at the province’s Department of Health, Dr Saadiq Kariem says that since the beginning of December, the region’s hospitals […]

Banks and other entities are keeping a watchful eye on their computer servers following the detection of a security gap in Java software. The Log4j or Log4Shell vulnerability can be exploited by hackers who want […]

Citizens concerned about the administering of the Covid-19 vaccines to children have now turned to the highest court in the land – the Constitutional Court. The Hola Bon Renaissance Foundation wants the court to halt […]

The lockdowns, retrenchments and decline in business due to Covid-19 has left thousands of families under financial strain, forcing many into debt. The 2021 South African Reconciliation Barometer shows that 47% of all respondents have […]

Access to preventative medication comes with several conditions, most often left in the hands of multinational pharmaceutical companies; all in the name of profit. With the global rush to vaccinate against Covid-19, amidst the presence […]

The validity of Covid-19 tests has been brought into question with allegations that the qualitative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) method only tests for coronavirus, and not specifically Covid-19. Other concerns include that PCRs only test […]

Waste management has been neglected in the City of Cape Town. Founder of Stop the CoCT, Sandra Dickson, says that this is evident in the state of informal settlements, where bins are not collected on […]

South Africa has experienced one of its most interesting and challenging political years since the advent of its democracy. The continued disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic resulted in the country’s first-ever elections held during […]

South African, Daniel Francois vd Westehuisein – who exposed the dirty tricks of global tobacco industry giants, has been awarded the UK’s prestigious Blueprint for Free Speech Whistleblowing Award. A former employee of  British American […]

South African sports federations are only concerned about quick fixes. Stellenbosch University sports professor Francois Cleophas says that this kind of mentality has lead to corruption, racism, and nepotism within several of South Africa’s sporting […]

South Africa is not making constructive use of the private sector, and the country’s laws must be adapted to ensure that this happens. Social activist, Lorenzo Davids contends that the country’s vast unemployment and high […]

Concern is being raised about the call for booster shots to be administered amidst the spread of the Omicron variant. United Democratic Movement member of parliament, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa had taken to Twitter decrying the commercialisation […]

For the past two years, a downscaled Hajj has meant that thousands of South African hujaaj could not participate in the pilgrimage. It also provided the Muslim community a chance to reflect on how the […]

Should a Muslim body or council be the one that oversees Hajj and Umrah decisions for South Africans? This, as Hajj agencies have been called to stop taking advantage of pilgrims. It comes as South […]

Calls for the South African Hajj and Umrah Council (Sahuc) to be disbanded has intensified following a discussion hosted by the Commission for Cultural, Religious and Linguistic (CRL) Communities. The meeting was held amid the […]

An increasing number of middle income families are finding themselves with debt. According to a survey by BrandMap, those earning R20 000 per month or more spend an average of about 60 percent of their […]

During the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists and researchers have bumped heads over their medical and scientific views on the developments of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, since the start of the pandemic until now, certain medical professionals […]

South Africa’s last few months saw Covid-19 cases move out of the danger zone, except for the Gauteng province which remains the epicentre of the virus in the country. But with the emergence of the […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa has slammed several countries’ rushed decision to impose travel bans on South Africa after scientists announced that a new Covid-19 variant has been detected. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation(Dirco) says […]

Strengthening intra-African trade and establishing peaceful relations among other African nations were merely some of the matters brought up in Kenyan leader Uhuru Kenyatta’s official state visit to South Africa. Kenya and South Africa have […]

Are kidnappings becoming criminals’ new go-to act? Over the past several weeks, South Africa has experienced various incidents where people were abducted in broad daylight. According to the 2019/2020 Crime Stats, it revealed that the […]

The Hawks are investigating the alleged sabotage that occurred on a distribution line outside the Lethabo Power Station in the Free State. At least eight supports, called stays, were found cut. They are galvanised steel […]

The 500 municipal workers who were dismissed in Mpumalanga have been reinstated following a settlement agreement. The Municipal Workers’ Union (Samwu) intervened and held a marathon meeting with the Cooperative Governance Department where an agreement […]

Massmart group workers have embarked on strike action over grievances related to wages and changes to their working conditions. The workers affiliated to the South African Commercial, Catering and Allied Workers Union (Saccawu) are unhappy […]

Political parties need to be consistent in their respective messages before considering coalitions. This is the assessment of political analyst, Professor Mcebesi Ndletyana. He was speaking as time is running out for parties to agree […]

Eskom’s poor financial management was once again highlighted in Parliament. An independent audit found that the utility is still R152-billion in debt. It also found that the Eskom board had failed in its fiduciary duty […]

Apologizing for something does not absolve the perpetrator of their crime. This assertion was made following the outcry that met a video apology from the late FW de Klerk. The Apartheid-era President died after a […]

The families of the victims of Apartheid have been left angered and disappointed amid the passing of apartheid-era President FW de Klerk. In his final message, de Klerk claimed that he has had a change […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has once again shown the monopoly that pharmaceutical companies have over the public’s right to safe and affordable health care. There’s been a global campaign, with South Africa among the many voices […]

South African municipalities should do away with mayorships to ensure that services are delivered to the communities they serve. This is the contention of attorney at Webber Wentzel, Michael Evans. He says that the Local […]

South Africans have expressed their frustration as Eskom announced  that load shedding will continue until Saturday. This as Eskom is battling with ailing infrastructure, generation unit breakdowns, and a major incident in Zambia that has impacted […]

Contesting an election for the first, the Cape Coloured Congress secured a resounding 2.87% of the vote, coming in fifth behins more established parties such as Good and the EFF.  It managed to surpass the […]

South Africa has entered a partnership with several European nations to support a transition to a low carbon economy. President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement as South Africa has been lambasted for its coal energy […]

Covid-19 regulations affected different parts of the food systems unevenly. This is the conclusion of new research that focused on the impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on South Africa’s food system. The Institute for Poverty, […]

Amid elections and promises made to make life more affordable for residents, motorists have been slapped with yet another hefty fuel price hike. But the knock-on effect of the fuel cost will impact households, in […]

The country’s dysfunctional municipalities are a drag on investment, a strain on the fiscus, and pose a critical sovereign risk. This, as well-performing municipalities encourage and drive employment. However, municipalities with a sound record of […]

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has dismissed Heathfield High School principal Wesley Neumann. On Wednesday, Neumann posted the Final Sanction letter emailed to him by the WCED’s Mrs. R Raubenheimer. The now-former principal faced […]

Among the many problems facing municipalities, their finances and financial management have drastically affected service delivery. Today’s edition of the Economic Report unpacks how municipal mismanagement is ravaging communities’ development. Guest: Dominic Brown, Economic Justice […]

Women have a stronger commitment and intention to vote than men. This is according to a University of Johannesburg study that explains how gender differences may play out at the polls on November 1st. The […]

In the last few weeks, contesting political parties have tirelessly campaigned, promising to provide improved basic services, affordable housing and jobs amongst others. Political parties have experienced their respective ups and downs influencing voter confidence […]

The Democratic Alliance’s rhetoric about votes for smaller parties has been criticised for flying in the face of the country’s democracy. Political analyst, Ebrahim Fakier was responding to the DA’s refrain that people will be […]

Eskom’s latest energy crisis is being engineered. That’s according to the general secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions Zwelinzima Vavi who suspects that corruption is again at the centre of this crisis. […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) must realise that South Africa is a multiparty democracy state. Angelo Fick, director of research at the Auwal Socio-Economic Research Institute (ASRI) says that the DA needs this reminder, as its […]

Feature election debate recorded live at the Cape Town City Council, includes the African Christian Democratic Party(ACDP), African National Congress(ANC), Cape Coloured Congress(CCC), Democratic Alliance(DA) and GOOD political parties face-off on key issues affecting the […]

How different would Cape Town’s political landscape be after the municipal elections? For the first time since the advent of democracy, the array of parties vying for support is at its highest. But with the […]

Are political parties missing the plot in their election campaigns? Due to the short notice of the election day announcement for November 1st, parties have had a rather rushed campaign. Since then, parties like the […]

White privilege and racism in politics have struck again. In the latest saga, radio personality Gareth Cliff came drew criticism for undermining the racism faced by people of colour daily. The comments were made during […]

The Democratic Alliance keeps getting involved and dirtying its hands on issues of racism. Anti-Apartheid activist, Seth Mazibuko made this comment as this was once again evident in DA leader, John Steenhuisen’s gleeful expressions as […]

Political parties our out in full force as this is the last campaigning weekend before the local government elections take place. The country’s electoral laws prevent campaigning 48 hours before the day of the polls. […]

Decent housing remains a serious concern for poor and working-class communities in Cape Town. The delivery of affordable housing has been a tedious process. Ordinary citizens are often left on the wayside as government spheres […]

The Democratic People’s Alternative party describes itself as a brand the people of South Africa can identify with. Their aim is to be the leading political force that will fight for the freedom and equality […]

Political killings might get worse as we get closer to local government elections, according to sentiments shared by experts and criminologists. Most recently, a potential EFF ward councillor was gunned down in Pietermaritzburg. Several others […]

Eradicating the racial classification system, establishing housing and a construction company to clear the housing backlog, and tentatively seeing to the needs of the poor in townships and the Cape Flats is at the top […]

Wits University has officially launched its Surgical Skills Lab which hopes to breach the gap of South Africa’s critical shortage of expert medical specialists, including surgeons. Costing R22-million, according to estimates, there is a need […]

Eskom has suspended load-shedding after nearly a week of blackouts. Several units at various power plants suffered breakdowns last week, and Eskom assures that these have now been brought back online. Guest: Sikhonati Mantshantsha – […]

The Democratic Alliance has had an eventful fortnight. Most recently long-standing member Mike Waters resigned as DA campaign manager over what he claimed was his dissatisfaction with the party’s handling of the Phoenix poster issue. […]

South African Rugby Union (SARU) has placed the Western Cape Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) under administration. Being backed into a corner, SARU was left with no alternative as the union President Zelt Marais faced hundreds […]

The cost of clean, renewable energy will be borne by the consumer. This is the assertion of Eskom’s spokesperson, Sikonathi Mantshantsha. He notes that this is based on agreements reached between the Independent Power Producers […]

Seals are a common feature at the Cape’s coastal spots. From the V&A Waterfront to the docks at Hout Bay, you’ll find them sunning themselves in the buffer tyres or on the jetty. But now […]

There are thousands of South Africa’s mines that are not in use, and researchers are determining if they can be repurposed. German, Swedish and local firms are looking into whether disused gold mines can be […]

It’s that time of the year again, where matric learners are feeling the pressure as their final exams are just around the corner – 27 October. Western Cape Education MEC Debbie Schafer has urged the […]

More Muslim political parties are contesting in the upcoming local government elections. One of the newest parties on the block is the Siswe Ummah Nation (SUN). The party believes it will be able to promote […]

Mining communities are often excluded from benefiting from economic opportunities. Benchmarks Foundation researcher, David van Wyk, was speaking as German and Swedish companies are looking into repurposing disused gold mines for hydroelectricity storage. He says […]

The United Progressive Party of South Africa (UPROSA) believes that it holds the public’s best interest and desires at heart, and would allow them to be governed by God Himself. It notes that it doesn’t […]

The NFP’s core focus for the upcoming municipal elections is to ensure that it gives power back to the people. Among the main issues on its agenda includes fighting corruption, and improving the access to- […]

Decades after the assassination of revolutionary leader Thomas Sankara – commonly known as the African Che Guevara – a trial has gotten underway to find his killers. Former Burkina Faso President Blaise Compoare is among […]

South Africa’s national soccer team has had a long history of inconsistency, poor management, and low morale. This has clearly affected Bafana Bafana’s world rankings. Now with the work being put in by new coach […]

A group of youth who peddled drugs in Bonteheuwel have transformed their lives to improve their community. Local businessman, Shuaib Sayhn saw the potential and stepped in to motivate the youths to add value to […]

As long as the political parties list, so too are promises being made. While major parties such as the ANC, DA, and EFF have lengthy manifestos detailing their pledge should they win, other parties have […]

Is the ANC confident that it will win over the public’s trust in the upcoming local government elections in the City of Cape Town? In comparison to previous elections, the main opposition in the Cape […]

The GOOD Party has unfinished business with the City of Cape Town. And through this municipal election, it aims to set that record straight. Former Cape Town Mayor and President of the GOOD Party Patricia […]

Instead of big promises, the Democratic Independent Party promises to tackle the more detailed issues causing major impacts within communities. With a keen focus on the poor and other vulnerable groups, party president Anwar Adams […]

The governing party in the Western Cape – the DA – has announced Geordin Hill-Lewis as the party’s mayoral candidate. Amid concerns about the party’s delivery record, will he be able to address the demands […]

Instead of selling the public big promises, the Cape Muslim Party (CMC) says it will keep to the fundamental needs of the community. In its manifesto, it highlighted affordable housing, water and electricity as well […]

The Cape Independence Party has called on South Africans to take a stand against the injustices they have been forced to endure over the last 27 years. Among the issues that the Cape Independence Party […]

The Democratic Alliance(DA) in KwaZulu-Natal has been ordered to remove posters deemed race-baiting. The posters cheered on so-called Indians in the KwaZulu-Natal area of Phoenix for allegedly  having taken on so-called Blacks during the July […]

There is no planet B, so the time to tackle climate change is now. These are the latest sentiments shared by The Greens party. Their foundation is ecological wisdom, social justice, and peace. They believe […]

Are Ward Councillors properly equipped with the necessary skill-set and leadership to be in their respective positions? In comparison to previous municipal elections, this year’s poll is allowing for independent candidates to also join the […]

Polarization and nationalism tropes in parts of South Africa are becoming more apparent through political party posters and campaigns. Political commentator, Andrew Ihsaan Gasnolar says that these are failing to appeal to the diversity in […]

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is confident that in municipalities run by them they will rout out corruption, redistribute land and tax the rich to provide for the poor. Guest: Melikhaya Xego – Leader, Economic […]

Providing affordable housing, safe and reliable transport and reacting to climate emergencies are some of the key issues the Congress of the People (COPE) leaders intend on addressing if they are elected. Despite the obstacles […]

The Al Jama-ah party says it is here to serve and accomplish the goals promised in its manifesto. At the top of the party’s agenda is fighting poverty and creating jobs. Following the last election, […]

The first US warship that is permanently assigned to the US Africa Command(Africom) Area has arrived in Cape Town. The scheduled port visit is to promote the strengthening of security ties. The USS Hershel “Woody” […]

A brainchild of this community, Radio 786 at 26 has evolved into a multifaceted media entity. Taking to the airwaves in 1995, its journey is intrinsically linked to South Africa’s development as a democracy. We […]

Do municipalities indeed have a relationship with their communities; or do they still have a long way to go before being more actively involved in remedying the issues communities face? Among the main complaints from […]

People promoting coloured nationalism are in danger of ignoring the many shared struggles across race and economic groups in South Africa. Head of the History Workshop at Wits University, Professor Noor Nieftagodien says that examples […]

The legitimacy of election outcomes loses quality when fewer people participate. Department of Political Science at Stellenbosch University, Dr Collette Schulz-Herzenberg had conducted research into voter registration trends and activity on election day. She says […]

The Association of Muslim Professionals of South Africa (AMPSA) has criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa and his administration for what it calls indirectly forcing people to get vaccinated against Covid-19, despite prior statements that getting vaccinated […]

What is the medical impact of people that have been vaccinated against Covid-19 being exposed to those that haven’t – does it place them at greater risk? ALSO SEE: Should Mosques be Closed to the […]

Mosques and religious institutions have an important role to play in educating the public about key issues. Author and scholar, Professor Aslam Fataar contends that these institutions should therefore devise protocols for accommodating people who […]

What makes up a municipality and what is its function? This is the question we explore in this edition of Democracy in Action as Radio 786 dissects the issues a local government has, and its […]

The bone marrow registry celebrates its 30-year anniversary in September. It aims to use this as an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of bone marrow donation and how it has changed the lives […]

The South African Hajj and Umrah Council says its following up with operators who have still not repaid pilgrims who were affected by last year’s travel bans. However, its president Shaheen Essop has also encouraged […]

It’s 39 years since the Sabra and Shatila massacre in which over a period of three days in 1982, under the orders of the Israeli military. some 3 500 Palestinians were butchered. The attack on […]

In Africa, it’s been a difficult task to hold European countries accountable for their violent stripping of the cultures and resources of this continent. Most recently, Germany agreed to pay Є1.1 billion in compensation for […]

The police have been urged to play a more active and supportive role in assisting victims of gender-based violence. Women in Khayelitsha are living in fear following a spate of brutal attacks in the area. […]

The dire impact of climate change is taking its toll on Africa at large. According to a recent report coordinated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), it found that climate change is contributing to a […]

South Africa would long be feeling the impact of the July unrest, which erupted as former President Jacob Zuma was imprisoned. Newly-appointed Finance Minister Enoc Godonwana made his first appearance since taking the position in […]

A total of 502 political parties haven’t disclosed their funders to the Independent Electoral Commission(IEC), with the EFF amongst the parties who flouted a requirement of the Political Party Funding Act. Only three parties namely […]

Cultural expectations of what a man is supposed to do, are adding pressure on people who are already feeling strain. Clinical psychologist, Daniel Letsoalo was speaking as September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. He […]

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), every 40 seconds a person commits suicide. 10 September marks World Suicide Prevention Day. Considering the increased societal pressures from social media and the likes, young boys and […]

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Development Institute (Fadi) has launched its net-making project in St Helena Bay with the aim of up-skilling members from fishing communities in net-making. The project is part of their alternative livelihoods […]

The Taliban has claimed complete control of Afghanistan after its incursion into the last bastion of resistance, Panjshir province. But the leader in that region, Ahmed Massoud, has not conceded defeat. He says that the […]

Attention all nasal allergy sufferers! Rooibos could be your saviour. Researchers at the Univesity of Cape Town’s (UCT) Lung Institute are looking for evidence that Rooibos can provide relief for stuffy noses and itchy eyes. […]

Neither the Social Security Agency(SASSA), nor the City of Cape Town are willing to take responsibility for forcing Kraaifontein recipients to travel as far as Eerste River for their grants. The City has accused Sassa […]

Submissions are due this week in the battle between World Rugby and South Africa’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus. It comes after Erasmus released a critical video in relation to the referee’s decisions made in […]

A Kraaifontein based NPO has voiced concern over the lack of SASSA support for the community. Co-founder for the Community Advisory Services Lelo Klaas says SASSA services have been non-existent for the longest time in […]

Scientists have found that people who have not been vaccinated against Covid-19, but who have survived the infection, have a stronger shield against the Delta variant. This despite the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine having been touted […]

Whistleblowers in South Africa aren’t receiving the necessary protection from the state they deserve. Whistleblowers House made the call after the execution-style killing of government whistle-blower Babita Deokaran who was the Chief Director of Financial […]

As South Africa continues to battle and debate the issue of land reform, author of the book ‘Land Matters: South Africa’s Failed Land Reforms and the Road Ahead’, Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi poses thought-provoking questions on […]

More than 2.8 million South Africans lost their jobs during the Covid-19 pandemic – many of which were highly skilled workers. With South Africa’s youth constituting two-thirds of the population, the country’s workforce has lost […]

Did the Tokyo Olympic Games reveal the gaps in South Africa’s national teams? The 2020 Olympic Games saw South Africa’s most diverse athletes take a shot at bringing home gold and making themselves and their […]

The Taliban has retaken Afghanistan; marking a turnaround of two decades of American occupation. The militant group seized the presidential palace hours after President Ashraf Ghani fled the country. He reportedly went to Tajikistan saying […]

Snow is expected to fall over parts of the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Free State, which may lead to electricity disruptions. The first cold front made landfall in the Western Cape yesterday, with another expected […]

A report by a United Nations(UN) scientific panel, says that the world’s climate is changing at unprecedented levels adding that humans are to blame. Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC), Youba Sokona […]

Also see Investigations Continue at Medupi’s Unit 4 Eskom has suffered another blow to its power grid after an explosion occurred at the Medupi Power Station in Limpopo  Sunday. Eskom says the explosion took place […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa has done away with the Intelligence Ministry and placed its responsibilities under the portfolio of the Presidency. When announcing the changes to his executive, Ramaphosa said this was done to ensure that […]

Applications for the Social Relief of Distress(SRD) grant aimed at offering relief to the most vulnerable during the Covid-19 pandemic  have been open since Friday. And while there were some glitches with the process, Sassa […]

South Africa finds itself at a critical political, social and economic state. Despite efforts to bring about progress as a nation, has SA’s leadership over the years failed to bring about a positive improvement? In […]

The Zionist occupying regime’s so-called “Supreme Court” has adjourned an appeal from four Palestinian families against their forced expulsion from the Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood in occupied Al Quds. The court wants the Palestinians, to relinquish […]

Food prices continue to increase, in some instances up to 11% for outlying areas. In other main hubs, pricing is set according to market trends. This is according to the latest data from the Pietermaritzburg […]

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has garnered quite the attention, following a ‘leaked’ video of him exposing the alleged bias in the first Test between the Boks and the British & Irish Lions. In the hour-long […]

The Constitutional Court has found the late Jon Qwelane’s opinion piece on same-sex marriages titled ‘Call me names, but gay is not okay’ amounted to hate speech. The unanimous judgement was penned by Justice Steven […]

To what extent can an IT breach or cyber attack such as the likes of the one at Transnet damage a business? After the initial attack, Transnet continues to feel the knock-on effects with severe […]

If your employer has threatened you with retrenchment for refusing to get vaccinated against Covid-19, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has urged you to come forward. SAHRC Gauteng Head Commissioner Buang Jones says […]

Can being infected with the coronavirus affect your period? This was the question raised by women who noticed that while being infected with the virus, their menstrual cycle would start much sooner than scheduled. Guest: […]

With the country in the grip of a bitter winter, the homeless have been particularly affected. They have to face the elements with barely any shelter and are exposed to many illnesses. But just how […]

Now that schools have reopened at full capacity, fewer learners have returned to the classroom. According to data published by researchers involved in the NIDS-CRAM survey, an extra half a million learners have dropped out […]

Two policing unions and Nehawu have refused the government’s public sector wage deal. It offered workers a salary increase of 1.5% and a monthly allowance of over R1 000 for a year. The Public Service […]

Just last year South Africans were praising President Cyril Ramaphosa for his measured leadership as the country began its battle against the Covid-19 pandemic. But the cracks soon started to show. Allegations of corruption in […]

The unrest in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal is believed to be fueled by racial tensions between the Indian and Black communities. As it stands, the situation in the area remains tense following the riotous looting the province […]

If you’re looking at purchasing a car in 2021, be prepared to pay more. In 2020, the motor industry saw new-car price hikes of more than 10 percent, due to the rand being weakened from […]

After nearly two decades of campaigning, Apartheid-Israel has been granted observer status at the Africa Union (AU). To officiate the move, the occupation entity’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Burundi, and Chad Aleli Admasu presented his credential […]

International pilgrims would soon be allowed to perform the Umrah. This, as the Saudi Kingdom, is allowing direct flights into the country as of 1 Muharram, for the majority of countries except nine. They include […]

Despite bearing the second-most cases of Covid-19 in the country, the Western Cape Health Department appears to have the third wave under a level of control. Recent modelling indicated that the province could reach the […]

As of 26 July, the Paarl-Bellville taxi route will be closed for the next two months. Western Cape Transport MEC Daylin Mitchell says due to warring taxi associations Cata and Codeta failing yet again to […]

While the state is trying to alleviate poverty by proposing the multi-billion-rand basic income grant scheme, the investment community believes it’s an unwise financial decision. On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa hinted at the government looking […]

This month marks 26 years since the brutal massacre of over 8 000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys in Srebrenica. The investigations to find more mass graves and seek justice for the victims and their […]

What is the real motive behind the last two weeks of looting in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng? According to research conducted by Stellenbosch University criminologist Dr Guy Lamb, a variety of narratives have emerged trying to […]

– Mali’s interim president survives a knife attack – Chinese, Mauritanian workers kidnapped in Mali – Further US airstrikes on Somalia – the first under the Biden administration – Egypt’s Sara Gamal makes history as […]

Hajj, one of Islam’s five pillars and a sacred pilgrimage all Muslims are encouraged to partake in at least once in their lifetime if they are by the financial means. When a worshipper performs this […]

Journalists have voiced their frustration at the government’s handling of press briefings this week. The sessions were meant to provide details of measures to curb the economic sabotage that has ripped through KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. […]

Retired Deputy Chief Justice Dikgang Moseneke continues his assessments of the viability of holding elections this year. Research by the University of Johannesburg and Human Sciences Research Council found that two-thirds of citizens are not […]

The Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre has reacted with shock to a circular issued by the Health Department, that stipulates only ECD practitioners and staff registered with the Department of Social Development would be eligible […]

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy is taking steps to merge various state-owned entities in the oil and gas sector.  These will be brought under the umbrella of the South African National Petroleum Company. […]

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra) has approved the Sinovac-CoronaVac vaccine for use in South Africa. The Chinese-produced vaccine is a two-dose innoculation  recommended for patients 18-years and older, with  51% efficacy against […]

Aid organisation Gift of the Givers has once again stepped in to assist flood affected areas. For more than a week parts of the Western Cape have endured chilling temperatures, heavy downpours and gale force […]

The ANC Veterans League has been left puzzled by former President Jacob Zuma’s utterances which include that the country is slipping into Apartheid-style rule. Speaking to Radio 786 the league’s President Snuki Zikalala says it […]

Tigrayan forces, in Ethiopia’s northern province, have claimed the regional capital of Mekelle as the government declared a unilateral ceasefire. The army and Tigrayan rebels have engaged in eight months of conflict. Scenes of jubilation […]

Some analysts have expressed shock at the Constitutional Court’s minority ruling that former President Jacob Zuma should not be imprisoned for being in contempt of court. Justices Chris Jafta and Leona Theron differed with the […]

Should South Africans be concerned about Covid-19 variant mutations? Some health experts are of the view that the recently detected Delta variant does not seem to be too much of a concern. However, others believe […]

Could South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout programme have prevented the third wave of Covid-19 infections from reaching such a dire point? Experts believe the Delta variant of the virus is driving the third wave of […]

 A section of the ANC has slammed the 15-month imprisonment of former president Jacob Zuma describing the Constitutional Court sentence as vindictive. Umkhonto weSizwe Military Veterans Association (MKMVA) spokesperson Carl Niehaus says Zuma should not […]

A bleak picture has been painted of transformation in the workplace with the Commission for Employment Equity concluding that at the current pace, it will take at least 50 years to see real change. The […]

The number of Covid-19 cases in Gauteng – and in particular – its mostly Muslim suburbs, has caused much concern. But while the infection numbers spike, it’s the mortality rate that is most alarming. The […]

Can you get fired for refusing to take a jab of the Covid-19 vaccine? The Labour Department had recently updated its guidelines for dealing with the virus in the workplace that now requires companies to […]

A great friend of the South African liberation struggle has passed on. The former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda, was close with other greats, including Oliver Tambo, Walter Sisulu and Chris Hani. In 1991, he founded […]

The late Zambian leader, Kenneth Kaunda, had a great understanding of the importance of education in ensuring his country’s liberation. He ensured that Zambia cultivated grounded intellectuals, which ultimately helped overthrow European dominance in the […]

Considered to be the last of the great African liberation activists, Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda recognised that colonialism is at the root of oppression. This is the sentiment shared by Africa4Palestine member Braam Hanekom. Having […]

Religious gatherings may have played a key role in the rate of Covid-19 infections amongst Muslims. Research by the National Institute for Communicable Diseases has found that during the last third of the month of […]

South Africa’s armed struggle relied heavily on the help of Zambia. The late Zambian leader Kenneth Kaunda played a pivotal role in South Africa’s liberation, allowing the South African resistance to using Zambia to carry […]

In an attempt to bring about calm among South Africans over continued load shedding, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the amendment of Schedule 2 of the Electricity Regulation Act. This would allow the National Energy […]

The activities we do outside of our home environment play a really massive role in our daily lives. The change of scenery, socialising, and just being outside. But what happens when all that is taken […]

The recent amendments to the Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act (Pepuda), have garnered widespread criticism, especially from religious groups. The PEPUDA Bill aims to bring stricter rules against unfair discrimination in […]

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have together become the single largest market for South African arms exports. Over the past three years, more than a third of the value from our exports […]

Born and raised in Woodstock, with a strong passion for teaching and upliftment. Siddeeq Railoun prides himself in making sure that he can do whatever is possible to ensure the life of the next person […]

With load shedding back on the table, Eskom has once again fallen under the spotlight, and not for good reasons. The cash-strapped power utility is in the process of unbundling, however, the process doesn’t come […]

Jeremy Vearey who was sacked as the police’s head of detectives in the Western Cape sees his dismissal as the culmination of a protracted campaign of harassment. He indicates that processes were abused to get […]

While mainstream media once again showed themselves up during the Zionist regime’s multi-pronged attacks on Palestinians last month, a study has evidence of the British media’s skewed coverage. The Muslim Council of Britain’s Centre for […]

The Al Jama-ah party has expressed their disappointment in the Western Cape Legislature, for refusing to discuss the situation in Palestine. During the sitting, the only other political party who opposed Speaker Masizole Mnqasela’s ruling […]

An independent inquiry into the conduct of national Police Commissioner Khehla Sitole, is needed. This is the call from the South African Communist Party (SACP). It follows the dismissal of Western Cape top cop, Major-General […]

Public Service and Administration Minister Senzo Mchunu has appointed a high-level task team, to help the government through the National School of Government (NSG) to finalise the National Implementation Framework Towards Professionalisation of the Public […]

The Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) has not had a change in its leadership. At the weekend, the MJC held its leadership election to choose its President for the next term in office. Sheikh Irfaan Abrahams […]

Concerns around bullying have risen in South Africa, as many children contemplate suicide as a way to get out of the overwhelming aggression. However, today’s discussion will look at what creates a bully, and what […]

As of this July, the City of Cape Town will discontinue existing Water Management Devices (WMD), and replace them with conventional meters equipped with the latest metering technology to influence the water management in so-called […]

People in leadership positions take on the responsibility for the well-being of their charges. But if they’re self-appointed, what happens when they do not fulfill their duties? And what does Islam say about people’s responsibility […]

We’re continuing the discussion on the role of leadership in Islam. It is a highly emphasized tenet of Islamic life; every Muslim has the responsibility to impart knowledge and be a good example of morality […]

Cape Town students are protesting Apartheid Israel’s attacks on Palestinian rights. They gathered at Rondebosch Common with slogans of Free Palestine and From the River to Sea Palestine will be Free. It’s the latest demonstration […]

The proposed changes in the Firearms Control Amendment Bill are aimed at protecting the public from gun violence. However, there are concerns that victims of gender-based violence will not be able to defend themselves if […]

Gauteng, the Free State and Northern Cape are experiencing the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the chair of the Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) on vaccines Professor Barry Schoub the rest of the […]

It’s Africa Day. Under South Africa’s presidency, the African Union has been focused on economic growth and the “silencing the guns” programme. These two concerns point to the key challenges facing Africans; struggling economies, and […]

Government has been called on to protect the rights of small scale farmers. The South African Rural Women’s Assembly has resolved that the state must effectively implement the UN Declaration on the Rights of Peasants […]

Pretoria has admitted that it has to rethink its relations with Apartheid Israel following its latest crimes against Palestinians. It comes as there has been a renewed drive for South Africa to sever all ties […]

Bees are not all what they seem. A book titled Dark Side of the Hive will force you to re-examine everything you thought you knew about these buzzing insects. The perception is often that these […]

Efforts are being made to lower the price of important tourist attractions in the country for local sightseers. The Tourism Department is hoping this will boost domestic tourism and help revive the sector. According to […]

Muslim filmmakers have taken a firm stance against the continued western stereotypes of Muslims in cinema. TV series like Bodyguard and the CIA drama Homeland are some examples of how inaccurately Muslims are portrayed and […]

Egypt, France and Jordan have called on the Zionist entity and Palestinians to immediately agree on a ceasefire to end the violence. The countries released a joint statement yesterday. It follows a meeting between President […]

A new research study revealed that the poor working conditions of taxi drivers contribute to the number of taxi-related accidents on roads. The study was conducted by bioethicist and occupational therapist Dr Lee Randall after […]

New recommendations have been released for fire alarms in non-domestic premises. This comes after the devastating fires on Table Mountain and UCT, as well as the Charlotte Maxeke Hospital. The South African Bureau of Standards […]

The Zionist regime has targeted hospitals, schools, and key infrastructure in nine days of aggression in Gaza. The enclave’s resources have already been struggling during years of an Israeli imposed siege. The latest Israeli airstrikes […]

What is the cost of being a whistle-blower in South Africa? After testifying at the State Capture Commission of Inquiry, a former partner at Bain South Africa, and whistle-blower Athol Williams, testified regarding evidence related […]

In the lead-up to international Quds Day, we turn our focus to a film that has garnered quite a bit of media attention over the last few months – Roadmap to Apartheid. The film which […]

Over the last decade, Eskom has awarded ‘dodgy red-flagged tenders to the tune of R178.16 billion. The dodgy contracts include ones issued to multinational conglomerates tainted by corruption or misconduct. Many of these contracts are […]

In the latest Covid-19 news, India has garnered global attraction after reaching record high daily recorded cases of the virus. For the last week, India has recorded more than 300 000 infections every day. Hospitals […]

ANC veteran Tokyo Sexwale has ruffled feathers, after claiming that billions of rands have been stolen from the Heritage Fund. During an interview with eNCA, the ANC veteran said that money from the Heritage Fund […]

Last Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced he would withdraw all US ground troops from Afghanistan by September 11. Criticizing the ill-defined objectives pursued by his successors, President Biden refused to order US soldiers to engage […]

The holy Quran, a 1442-year-old book that has not just served as Islam’s holy scripture, but also as an instruction manual on how to live. But what is society’s relationship with the Quran? Guest: Professor […]

The Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine will take a pause from South Africa’s inoculation rollout plans. Health Minister Zweli Mkhize made the announcement of the temporary suspension of the vaccine after US health authorities called […]

The Government has released its new master plan to commercialise the country’s cannabis industry. This includes both hemp and dagga. The draft national plan aims to establish a globally competitive cannabis industry in South Africa. […]

Facebook has done it once again, as a user in a low-level hacking forum has published the phone numbers and personal data of hundreds of millions of users for free online. It includes the personal […]

What determines heritage worthy of preservation? That’s been a question pervading the globe. In the United States, statues of Confederate figures were targeted as being symbols of oppression. In South Africa, statues of Cecil John […]

South Africa’s housing shortages are influenced by various factors, which include lack of funding. But for housing developers, the red tape is compounded by the heritage status of various areas. While some plots’ heritage status […]

Aid agencies have rushed emergency assistance to tens of thousands of victims of a deadly blaze that broke out in Cox’s Bazar, in Bangladesh on Monday. It destroyed thousands of houses sheltering Rohingya refugees. UN […]

An Elsies River mother says her newborn baby would have been alive and well today if she wasn’t turned away from the Elsies River Day Hospital. Nerina Swartz gave birth to a baby girl at […]

Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini will be “planted” this evening in a private, all-male funeral ceremony. The debate about how and when the funeral will take place provides a hint into the adherence to traditional practices […]

A story of piracy, slavery and previously unknown details of the Cape’s links to the Ottoman Empire in the 18th century has been revealed. The recent revelations reveal the chronicles of the life of a […]

The South African Constitution states that every one South African has the right to have access to sufficient food and water. However, this is not the reality South Africa faces. Due to the lack of […]

For most of the world, March 2020 marks the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. But for China, this happened several months sooner. So more than a year on, how has China overcome the impact of […]

The Covid-19 pandemic put the Department of Basic Education to the ultimate test, not just in terms of governance, but also the cracks that need filling. According to Deputy Dean for Research and Postgraduate Studies […]

Residents of various informal settlements across Cape Town are adamant that Human Rights Day could not have been celebrated because so many of their basic human rights are violated on a daily basis. On Monday, […]

Standard Bank is looking into financing the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). But environmental activists are against the pipeline. It’s 1 445km long and will transport crude oil from Kabale, Uganda, to the Chongoleani […]

The South African Jewish Report has lost its bid to appeal a sanction to apologise to the South African BDS Coalition. It relates to a Press Ombudsman ruling that the newspaper was false in its […]

Facebook and WhatsApp are forging ahead with the changes to their privacy policy. If users do not agree to their Ts and Cs by May 15, they will not be able to use these platforms. […]

The United States has 2,500 troops in Afghanistan, and President Joe Biden needs to decide whether to withdraw them. The US has been occupying Afghanistan for 20 years, and an agreement that President Trump signed […]

A new investigative report into South Africa’s Complicity in War Crimes in Yemen revealed that South Africa’s arms companies have financially benefited from the sale of weapons to Saudi Arabia, and the United Arabs Emirates […]

Former Eskom CEO Matshela Koko returned to the State Capture Commission of Inquiry. During his testimony, Koko explained how and when he found out that the infoportal email address was linked to Gupta associate, Salim […]

The behaviour of an eNCA journalist towards black politicians, which was caught on camera, is raising questions about racist perceptions in South Africa. While the news channel has stood behind senior journalist, Lindsay Dentlinger, condemnation […]

Rehabilitation. A difficult task for former hard criminals to experience in order to prepare themselves for the life outside prison after serving their time. The documentary Finding Freedom follows two parolees Franklin Esau and Malcolm […]

What lessons can South Africa learn from the Covid-19 pandemic that will help them draw lessons from for future social protection? Before the Covid-19 pandemic, one-third of South Africa’s 20 million children were already living […]

The SAA flight dispatched to collect the latest batch of Covid-19 vaccines will cost R 200 000 per hour – that’s about R 5 million. It’s no doubt that the South African Airways Pilots’ Association […]

Without farmers, we cannot survive. Not only do they provide food for their country and other countries for exports, but they also create jobs. But little is spoken about the Muslim farmers in South Africa. […]

South Africans find themselves back in Lockdown Level 3. And although 2021 approaches, we find ourselves in a situation of ‘new year, same old virus’. Lockdown has been effective in keeping us safe from spreading […]

After two legal battles and a dream that dates back as far as 2007, the Souther Cape Town community of Knysna finally has its own masjied. The NRA team speaks to Omar Essa, the Chairperson […]

Billy Claasen – a farmworker activist has finally achieved his degree in Public Administration. The father of three who had failed Grade 10 some thirty years ago returned to the classroom and completed his matric […]

Growing up in Salt River at the foot of Devil’s Peak during the apartheid-era and witnessing first-hand the forced removals from District Six, prepared Judge Siraj Desai for a life of advocacy. Judge Desai matriculated […]

The “C-word” corruption has pervaded this country for decades, yet it has become synonymous with the governing party. The ANC is dealing with internal problems as it’s members are being charged with fraud and corruption, […]

Teaching unions are unimpressed that matric learners will have to rewrite their Maths Paper 2 and Physical Science Paper 2 that were leaked during the final exam. The South African Democratic Teachers Union (Sadtu) will […]

Western Cape police are promising that it will be stepping up patrols on a section of Jakes Gerwel Drive between Langa and Bonteheuwel which is a known smash and grab hotspot. Speaking to Radio 786 […]

Born and raised in Stellenbosch – Wendy Pekeur knew from a young age that she was passionate about helping people, especially women in the farming sector. Pekeur started volunteering at a NGO called Women on […]

Activists from the Goldfields Community Forum have brought forward an application in the Bloemfontein High Court, seeking to overturn an interdict against Harmony Gold Mining Company prohibiting them from protesting. Goldfields Community Forum is a […]

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is developing a new technology that will see rapid diagnostics and identification of brucella outbreaks in cattle. Brucella is a disease carried by cattle and is commonly […]

South Africa’s great denialism of racism is its biggest failure. This is the assessment of clinical psychologist, and anti-Apartheid activist, Dr Saths Cooper who was dissecting the unrest that emanated from Brackenfell. He says that […]

The global race to be the first to deliver a viable Covid-19 vaccine has also highlighted the importance of a country being able to produce life-saving medication. Considering South Africa’s battle with HIV/Aids, and TB, […]

France reportedly has western Europe’s largest Muslim population. However, President Emmanuel Macron is working to place more restrictions on how they practice their faith. He has given a 15-day ultimatum for the French Council of […]

It has been suggested that those who attempted to take a stand against racism at Brackenfell High School were suppressed. Speaking to Radio 786 a former learner Ofentse Maybe explains that the school as a […]

There’s a new Asian trading block – the largest in the world – Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. This includes 10 South East Asian countries, including South Korea, China, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. It has […]

Living in a supposed democratic South Africa, it is baffling that racial exclusion still exists. Following the events that played out at Brackenfell High School, the sore topic of racism resurfaced this time among high […]

A group of Manenberg residents have taken to the streets calling for an end to the ongoing shootings and senseless killings in their area at the weekend. The Manenberg Safety Forum’s Claudia Jones says they […]

Human trafficking also is known as modern-day slavery continues to this day. Traffickers don’t look any different from an ordinary person, making them all the more dangerous. In most cases, they target children and young […]

Pollen can help solve crimes. This is not a hypothesis manipulated to form part of a television series plot; its being done internationally. In Austria, pollen found on a suspect’s boot helped locate his victim’s […]

The prices of potatoes – a staple food for many South African homes has skyrocketed over the last four months. The average market price for a 10 kilogram bag of potatoes has increased by a […]

BlindSA has broken the silence on the inequality visually impaired people have had to face during the coronavirus lockdown. The blind and visually impaired go about their daily lives relying solely on touch and have […]

The Western Cape Community Safety Department is concerned about the Police Amendment Bill – particularly changes related to the neighbourhood watches. MEC Albert Fritz says they cannot expect these entities to be registered with Community […]

The holy city of Makkah is now welcoming international pilgrims for umrah after a seven-month closure due to Covid-19. About 10 000 foreign pilgrims arrived to perform the minor pilgrimage. Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Hajj Minister […]

In a bid to strengthen inclusion in society and sports, the ParaSportsClub at UCT has their eye set on having blind football as an official sporting code. Blind football is a parasport designed for visually […]

Cape Town has welcomed the Excellency Sinan Yesildag to its shores, as he takes up the position of Turkish consul general. South Africa and Turkey have enjoyed good relations over the years, with Ankara delivering […]

On the rare occasion, a victim of gender-based violence and /or rape finds it easy to speak out against their abuser or rapist. Some are too scared to speak up out of fear that their […]

It has been over more than a year since the brutal and heartbreaking murders of Uyinene Mrwetyana and Jesse Hess, which sparked nation-wide outrage and started the necessary discussions around Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Femicide. […]

Cases of sexual abuse are prevalent in the Muslim community. This is according to Rape Crisis counselor, Mualima Mansura Afrika. She was speaking amid the allegations of sexual abuse against well-known and respected Goosain Emeran […]

An alleged perpetrator of sexual abuse, named by a woman in a YouTube video, has since denied the allegations. In a lawyer’s letter – which is in Radio 786’s possession – a Mr Goosain Emeran […]

The World Health Organisation (WHO’s) regional expert committee on traditional medicine along with other stakeholders including the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has endorsed the use of herbal/traditional medicine in the treatment of […]

Mixed mitigation measures need to be put in place to avoid a second wave of covid-19 infections in Africa. This is the sentiment shared by the Technical Officer at the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional […]

Now Western Cape police officers, particularly those attached to the Anti-Gang Unit are set to come under the scrutiny of the provincial police ombudsman. Several complaints have been lodged over the police raiding wrong houses, […]

No arrest warrant has been issued to the ANC Secretary-General Ace Magashule. His attorney Victor Nkwashu says his client has not received any warrant of arrest and will write to all the relevant authorities to […]

An investigation into covid-19 expenditure revealed that all nine provincial health departments collectively sourced personal protective equipment (PPEs) and related products from 550 companies. Of these companies, only 28 percent were licensed by the South […]

France is being slammed for seeking to create what President Emmanuel Macron calls, a French Islam. A draft bill announced by Macron for the creation of “Islam of the Enlightenment” is being dismissed as xenophobic […]