Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Mamelodi flood victims housed at community centers
Residents of Eerstefabriek in Mamelodi, Pretoria were left homeless after heavy rains which resulted in over flooding of Moretele River swept away their homes last Friday. Kaya 959 news reporter Katleho Sekhoto was at the Nellmapius community centre where some residents have been accommodated and joins us to talk about…
The City of Tshwane’s plans for the flood victims
Residents in Eerste Fabrieke informal settlement in Mamelodi shook their heads in disbelief on Saturday morning after raging floods swept away many of their houses built near the riverbank. The affected community was left displaced and frustrated after almost all their belongings were destroyed during the disaster. Cllr. Peggy de…
Kaya Reporters: Tshegofatso Pule murder trial resumes with testimonies
Tshegofatso Pule’s murder trial resumes today at the Johannesburg High Court, where the then-boyfriend of Pule, Ntuthuko Shoba has been accused as the mastermind behind Pule’s murder. Yesterday the high court heard how the murder accused gave police a cell-phone number that had no messages or Pule’s contacts. Katleho Sekhoto,…
The South African Human Rights Commission to Conduct a Site Inspection of Tholimfundo Primary School
The South African Human Rights Commission has initiated an investigation following a complaint that 508 learners at the school are being taught in unsafe prefab mobile classrooms as the Gauteng Department of Education works to finish construction that began 20 years ago.
Kaya Reporters: Justice Dunstan Mlambo's JSC Interview Hotting Up
Tough and sensitive questions kept on being thrown at Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo on Thursday amid his interview for the position of Chief Justice. It was revealed, during the first part of the question-and-answer session, that Public Protector Busiswe Mkhwabane had objected to Mlambo’s candidacy in her personal and…
Chief Justice nominee Dunstan Mlambo Denies Allegations of Sexual Harassment
Chief Justice nominee Dunstan Mlambo has denied allegations of sexual harassment. He describes it as poisonous rumour. Mlambo faced the questions during his interview by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) for the position of Chief Justice. Dianne Hawker, News Editor at TimesLIVE Video talks to us about the day’s proceedings.
Charlotte Maxeke in need of serious intervention
Management at Joburg’s Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital have asked humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers for help with repairs to speed up resumption of health services. Jack Bloom, DA Gauteng Health Spokesperson responds to questions about how they are able to assist the situation, as the governing party, and Simphiwe…
Minister Mbalula promises that the license backlog will be cleared by April this year
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula claims that it will take an estimated four months to address the country's more than 500,000 driver’s licence backlog. Mbalula was speaking in Midrand on Thursday where he also confirmed that the printing of licence cards resumed on 20 January. Wayne Duvenage, OUTA CEO
The beauty of South Africa and the importance of traveling locally
The past years or so have really had a negative effect on the tourism sector in SA. Domestic travel has therefore become more important than ever in revitalising the tourism economy. This evening we lay the foundation to this series of conversations by having an important discussion about why it’s…
Profile: Gloria Bosman
Soweto-born star Gloria Bosman is nothing short of sensational. With a long list of accolades, including two SA Music Awards (SAMA's), two KORA nominations and eleven SAMA nominations, Bosman has earned her status as one of South Africa’s most celebrated singers. Although originally trained in opera, Bosman’s singing style is…
Gauteng doctors working excessive overtime not paid their full salaries for January
Scores of doctors working in the public healthcare sector in Gauteng have not been paid their full salaries for January. Many have worked over the 80-hour overtime limit for the month, but their efforts to keep ailing public health facilities afloat mean little to those who pay their salaries. It…
What does the law say about access to a minor after the parents break up?
The North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has sentenced a mother and a grandmother to 30 days’ imprisonment suspended on the condition that they allow a father contact with his daughter. Tshepo Mojapelo, Family Law Expert and Rushka Lee Pedro, Family Law Mediator guide us through the dos and donts…
Stats SA to begin with ‘Census Night’ on Wednesday
The fourth population tally will run throughout February. Over 160 000 field workers will be deployed across the country for the 2022 Census. Pitso Molemane, deputy Kaya 959 news reporter speaks to us about the preparations.
Day 2 of the JSC interviews, President Mandisa Maya in the hot seat
Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) president, Judge Mandisa Maya, is the only woman among the candidates competing for the position of Chief Justice. She will be the second of four candidates to come before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) for a day-long interview on Wednesday. Nosipho Radebe, a Kaya 959…
Kaya Reporters: Tshegofatso Pule Case
The trial of the alleged mastermind in the murder of Tshegofatso Pule continues today in Johannesburg High Court, after it was adjourned to allow the defence team with an opportunity to consult experts. Katleho Sekhoto, Kaya 959 news reporter gives us more details.
On The End Of Rotational Timetables And Operation Dudula
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has called for a catch-up plan for pupils who have lost out on time in the classroom because of rotational learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Foundation for Human Rights (FHR) has slammed the #OperationDudula group which has recently been conducting “clean-up”…
Kaya Reporters: Pule Murder Trial - State Links Cell phone Number To Alleged Mastermind
The State has shown the High Court in Johannesburg that a cellphone number that the alleged mastermind in Tshegofatso Pule's murder, Ntuthuko Shoba denied was his, has been traced to the same location as his registered number. To further report on this, Kaya 959 news reporter, Katleho Sekhotho joins us…
Covid Regulations Adjusted
From Tuesday, for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic started, South African schools will be fully reopened. On Monday night, Cabinet announced that the rotational system will be ended with immediate effect. Dr Aslam Dasoo, The Progressive Health Forum convenor talks to us about whether this is the right…
Interviews for the new Chief Justice begin
Appeals court deputy president Xola Petse will lead the constitutional body as it interviews candidates vying to be appointed SA’s new top judge Xola Petse will take the helm at the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) this week when four top jurists undergo public interviews for the role of chief justice.
University students owe R4 billion in historic debt
Historic debt at universities around the country has climbed to an estimated R4 billion, says the SA Union of Students (SAUS). The union said they are working with various stakeholders to try and resolve this as it has been a huge challenge over the years. Buti Mananmela, Deputy Minister of…