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US and Iran nuke deal talks

Iran, the United States and the European Union ended two days of high-level talks on Tehran's nuclear programme yesterday with no immediate sign they had bridged gaps ahead of a November 24 deadline for an agreement. Last two days, US Secretary of State John Kerry and Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad…

11 Nov 2014 10AM 17 min

Swaziland's economic standing

Swaziland is economically well off compared to other countries in the African continent equaling Namibia and Morocco in terms of GDP per capita. However, distribution of wealth is very unequal as the significant amount of the budget is used to sustain the Royal family. Citizens in the country want a…

11 Nov 2014 9AM 13 min

Dewani Trial: “Crucial” evidence overlooked

In a startling admission, the investigating officer in Swedish bride Anni Hindocha Dewani's murder case has told the Western Cape High Court that police “overlooked” a possibly crucial piece of evidence. Captain Paul Hendrickse is the state's 15th witness in its case against Anni’s husband, Shrien Dewani. Hendrickse says investigators…

11 Nov 2014 9AM 8 min

MJC briefing

The Muslim Judicial Council had a briefing on important organisational and institutional decisions today. The briefing took place at the MJC headquarters where MJC President Ml Ihsaan Hendricks and 2nd Deputy President Sh Ihsaan Taliep addressed the media. VOC journo Ra'eesah Isaacs was in attendance.

11 Nov 2014 9AM 5 min

Whats Trending with Zahrah

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and…

10 Nov 2014 5PM 6 min

ANC briefing on Cosatu Numsa spilt

Today the ANC held a media briefing to address the latest developments within Cosatu. This follows the expulsion of Numsa over the weekend, which has led to seven Cosatu affiliates suspending their participation in the trade union federation's decision-making body. Online is Qaanitah Hunter who was present at the briefing…

10 Nov 2014 9AM 8 min

Gaza celebrates arrival of 1st Cii ambulance

The sight of an approaching ambulance is usually a portent of some imminent danger. In the Gazan context it would almost always herald death, debilitating injury or excruciating pain. For once, this is not the case, as the arrival of the first in a series of ambulances for Gaza donated…

10 Nov 2014 9AM 7 min

SAPS investigates Zuma

The SA Police Service is officially investigating President Jacob Zuma for corruption related to his Nkandla homestead. The police investigation comes as a result of charges laid by the DA’s parliamentary leader Mmusi Maimane, EFF leader Julius Malema and others.

10 Nov 2014 9AM 6 min

Irshaad Sayed Lion's Head Charity Run

Over the past weekend, EFC worldwide athlete, Irshaad Sayed embarked on the Lion's Head Charity Run. The initiative, in association with Africa Muslims Agency was started to raise funds for water wells in Africa. Drivetime producer, Zahrah Isaacs caught up with him earlier today…

10 Nov 2014 9AM 4 min

Whats Trending with Zahrah

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and…

9 Nov 2014 5PM 7 min

Syrian situation worsens as claims of ISIS leader injured/killed

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and…

9 Nov 2014 5PM 17 min

What is the Temple Mount Movement?

Since Israel launched its Operation Protective Edge in July, the lives of Palestinians have not only been taken but have been impacted significantly. With little resources, little to no housing or medical attention, the people living in the area are still trying to pick up the pieces and build life…

7 Nov 2014 10AM 13 min

Trevor Romain

It's Friday and that means we have a book up for grabs! Today we feature a special, non-conventional book. The hugely popular Trevor Romain is back with more random memories about growing up in South Africa in the 70s and 80s. In this book, he offers a humorous and unique…

7 Nov 2014 9AM 14 min

NUMSA & COSATU

The outcome of an urgent interdict launched by National Union of Metal Workers South Africa (Numsa) on Thursday was indicative of the outcomes of the divisions which have plagued trade union federation Cosatu – there are neither winners nor losers in this battle.Numsa is expected to be expelled from Cosatu…

7 Nov 2014 9AM 13 min

Fierce clashes between Israeli police and Palestinians at Al-Aqsa mosque

sraeli police clashes with Palestinian worshipers inside Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque compound continued today. Palestinian guards of the mosque said dozens of Israeli officers raided the compound, entering through the Moroccan and Chain Gates and firing stun grenades and rubber-coated bullets to disperse Muslim worshipers. The guards said several youths suffered…

6 Nov 2014 12PM 18 min

Racial stigma and Ebola

Thanks to Ebola, some xenophobic attitudes have been on full display recently. There are some very basic racial factors at play. The vast majority of the people who are suffering and dying from Ebola are black. The handful of people who are being flown to the U.S. And other parts…

6 Nov 2014 9AM 8 min

SANHA AGM

The South African National Halaal Authority will be having their annual general meeting this weekend. The AGM will be taking in place in Johannesburg on Saturday 8th November 2014 with guest speaker Dr Aubrey Parsons. He joins us now online…

6 Nov 2014 9AM 7 min

Marikana

The Marikana Commission of Inquiry continued today where it was said that the SA Police Service must be held accountable for the deaths and injuries of striking mineworkers at Marikana in North West in August 2012. During a violent and unprotected strike, officers opened fire on thousands of protesters.A total…

6 Nov 2014 9AM 6 min

Chester not missing a beat over Hofmeyr

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and…

5 Nov 2014 5PM 6 min

Whats Trending with Zahrah

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and…

5 Nov 2014 5PM 6 min