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Media Hit Parade

We are back wit our Media Hit Parade where we analyse stories that are hitting the numbers both local and international. On line is Acumen Media Co- founder Tonya Khoury.

8 Mar 2019 10AM 12 min

Book Review: Swimming with the Sharks

Welcome to Free Book Friday and today we review “Swimming with the Sharks” simple business guidelines for a complex world by Entrepreneur, marketing and communication expert Gavin Moffat.

8 Mar 2019 10AM 17 min

ANC rejects motion to rename Cape Town International Airport

The debate on the renaming of Cape Town airport was shot down in parliament after the ANC's rejected the motion by opposition EFF. Several names have been suggested, including that of Krotoa. On line is Khoi Chief Khattaha Arendse

7 Mar 2019 9AM 14 min

SAPO to end cash payments of SASSA

The South African Post Office (SAPO) has told Portfolio Committee of Telecommunications and Post Services that it will eliminate cash payments to SASSA beneficiaries, especially in rural areas. SASSA and SAPO has a a disbursement agreement. On line is National Advocacy Manager at Black Sash Hoodah Abrahams – Fayker,

7 Mar 2019 9AM 9 min

US changes rules on gun export

The Trump administration is about to change the rules on small arms export regulations that opponents say could flood conflict zones like the Middle East . The rules, once finalised would allow sniper rifles and other automatic firearms to be sold commercially without requiring US companies to register with State…

6 Mar 2019 10AM 10 min

Weekly Africa Report

In today's Weekly Africa Report, we look at the protests in Algeria where president Abdelaziz Bouteflika has confirmed bid for a fifth term amid ongoing protests. Bouteflika, who suffered a stroke in 2013 has never been seen in public then. Meanwhile, the US government has extended sanctions against Zimbabwe for…

6 Mar 2019 9AM 17 min

Egypt takes role at UNHR

At least nine international human rights organisations have asked the United Nations Human Rights Council to ensure that Egypt is not allowed to seize a leading role in relation to the mandate of the United Nations. This after Egypt is set to take over the leadership role from Mexico. On…

5 Mar 2019 10AM 13 min

Weekly World Economic Report

In our weekly world report today, we look at US' president Trump's intention to scrap the trade status granted to India and Turkey. Trump says the two countries no longer comply with the eligibility criteria. In Brazil, the new president has directed the indigenous people to vacate the land to…

5 Mar 2019 9AM 19 min

ANC sends delegation to Venezuela

The African National Congress (ANC) has sent its Secretary General Ace Magashule to Venezuela on what the party says is a fact finding mission. Venezuela is going through a political crisis following the US's recognition of Juan Guido as the interim president. So what is the South Africa's position when…

4 Mar 2019 10AM 10 min

Africa Tech Week launched

The Department of Science and Technology is hosting an inaugural Africa Tech Week conference which opened this morning. The launch is looking at how technology can have significant impact on society and business. On line is Africa Tech Week CEO Ralf Fletcher.

4 Mar 2019 9AM 10 min

Kashmiris are living in fear

Kashmiris living near the disputed border are fearing for their safety. This after Pakistan and India engage in military confrontations. So far, neither show any sign of backing down. However, amid these tussles, it is the Kashmiris living on both sides of the disputed border who are suffering. On line…

1 Mar 2019 10AM 14 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our Media Hit Parade where we track stories making big hits. On line is Acumen Media Co- founder Tonya Khoury.

1 Mar 2019 9AM 11 min

Centre for Constitutional Values launches social contract

The Centre for Constitutional Values launched the Constitutional Educational Dialogue in Cape Town last night. The aim is to renew South Africa's Social contract. Among the panellists included former Justice Albie Sachs and Justice Deputy minister John Jeffery. DT producer Ibrahim Kangwa Chibwe was at the event and now joins…

1 Mar 2019 9AM 11 min

Kurdish Women Movement on SA tour

The Kurdish Human Rights Action in South Africa is hosting three Kurdish women activists. The three are representatives of the Kurdistan National Congress, (KNK), Peoples' Party and Kurdish Women Movement. On line is spokesperson of the group Dilar Dirik

28 Feb 2019 10AM 18 min

McBride loses his job as IPID boss

The Portfolio Committee on Police have recommended that Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) Head Robert McBride's contract not be renewed. McBride had argued that police minister Bheki Cele did not have power to fire him. On line is DA Shadow minister Dianne Kohler Barnard.

28 Feb 2019 9AM 10 min

Constitutional Dialogue launched

The Centre for Constitutional Values will tomorrow launch a project on Constitutional Education and Dialogue. And on line is Director Edward Shalala.

27 Feb 2019 9AM 11 min

Weekly Africa Report

In today's Weekly Africa Report, we look at Nigeria's presidential elections won by the incumbent Muhammadu Buhari, signalling another four year term for Africa's most populous nation. The result has been disputed by the opposition. Senegal held elections that saw the re-election of Macky Sall. But its in Algeria where…

27 Feb 2019 9AM 8 min

Kodwa, Mabe suspended from ANC duties

The National Working Committee (NWC0 of the ANC have withdrawn NEC members Pule Mabe and Zizi Khodwa from conducting party duties. The two face allegations of sexual harassment and rape respectively. The party does not have a sexual harassment policy. So what does this mean for the ruling party? On…

26 Feb 2019 9AM 12 min

Public Protector survives motion of removal from office

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has survived a vote to remove her from office following a majority vote by Parliaments Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services. The DA had tabled a motion to have the PP removed from her office. On line is Acting Director at the Centre for Constitutional…

26 Feb 2019 9AM 11 min

MBS defends China on Uyghurs

Saudi Arabia Crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, has defended China's use of re-education camps against the Uyghurs Muslims. China has recently doubled its crackdown on Uyghurs, arresting and detaining them in what China calls re-education camps. On line is Director at Campaign for Uyghurs Rushan Abbas.

25 Feb 2019 10AM 17 min