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First Take SA

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

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to table the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement for the 2025 financial season today. The statement will provide an update on the country's economic and fiscal performance and outline the government's economic... more

Political parties in Ekurhuleni are welcoming the suspension of Deputy Police Chief Julius Mkhwanazi, amid allegations of corruption and misconduct. The DA and ActionSA are among those hailing the move saying it's a step towards accountability and cl... more

South Africa's Beitbridge Port of Entry has been warned that corruption will not be tolerated, as part of a government crackdown. The Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum has launched an awareness campaign, featuring convicted offe... more

Seventeen South African men are reportedly trapped on the freezing frontlines in Ukraine after allegedly being sent to Russia by former President Jacob Zuma's MK Party for bodyguard training. The men, who were told they would receive training to beco... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Juma
Programme Officer at the African Medicines Regulatory Harmonisation Programme for the African Union Development Agency Auda-Nepad
African Union Development Agency Auda-Nepad
Episode: 7th Scientific Conference on Medical Products Regulation in Africa taking place in Kenya
Pakes Dikgetsi
Acting national chairperson of Cope
Congress of the People
Episode: COPE condemns President Donald Trump's baseless attacks on SA
Cedric Chauke
National Organiser of the Maanda Ashu Workers Union of South Africa
Maanda Ashu Workers Union of South Africa (Mawusa)
Episode: Workers to march to Department of Public Works in Pretoria
Oupa Segalwe
Senior Manager, Communication and Stakeholder Relations at the South African Weather Service
South African Weather Service
Episode: SAWS dismisses allegations of corruption and governance failure
Naeem Jeenah
Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection
Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection
Episode: Israeli military ordered to carry out strikes in Gaza
Brett Herron
Good Secretary General and member of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament
GOOD Party
Episode: Charges laid against Western Cape officials over false or fake budgets
Zithembe Ngobese
KwaZulu Natal Provincial Deputy Secretary of the National Freedom Party
National Freedom Party
Episode: NFP loses confidence in KZN Premier
Professor Waldo Krugell
A professor of economics at Northwest University
Northwest University
Episode: SA removed from the FATF greylisting
Okon Abdi Guhad
A Kenyan polio survivor and community champion
Episode: Global efforts to eradicate poliomyelitis highlighted on World Polio Day

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Elvis
Host of SAFM Podcast and SAFM Current Affairs, engaged in providing detailed discussions on current events and societal issues.

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Ekurhuleni's Deputy Police Chief centre of Madlanga Commission
Q: What is the DA's response to Mkhwanazi's denial of the allegations?
The DA stands firm on the need for Mkhwanazi to get his day in court, ensuring all allegations are tested legally.
Ekurhuleni's Deputy Police Chief centre of Madlanga Commission
Q: How does the DA evaluate the effectiveness and legitimacy of partnerships with security companies, including Cat Matlala's?
The DA calls for due process to be followed in establishing partnerships, highlighting that they should be transparent and not involve political interference.
Ekurhuleni's Deputy Police Chief centre of Madlanga Commission
Q: What does the DA believe should be the immediate consequences for Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi?
The DA believes he should be suspended out of his position and face a thorough investigation in court.
Police Minister to visit Reigerpark and Westbury to tackle gang-related crimes
Q: What specific issues do you hope the minister will address during his visit?
I hope he establishes a deep social and economic link within our communities and provides direct support to affected families, including psychological assistance.
Police Minister to visit Reigerpark and Westbury to tackle gang-related crimes
Q: Do you believe the police presence in Westbury since the shooting is adequate and what additional support is needed?
The police presence is insufficient; we need specialized units and job creation to address the root causes of gang violence.

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