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The Lead

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Gender-Based Violence
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Cyril Ramaphosa
Marco Rubio

Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting. Join us every Monday to Thursday at 19:00 SAST for candid conversations with our top journalists, and discover what they saw, heard, and uncovered in their relentless pursuit of the big story. Episodes drop on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube like clockwork. WhatsApp: 072 ... more

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On one hand, the ANC’s championing of broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) has certainly succeeded in putting money into black people’s hands, a majority race excluded from enjoying the fruits of our country’s economy for centuries. But BBB... more

Hunted. What was slain auditor Mpho Mafole and his team probing from within the City of Ekurhuleni when he was gunned down in Kempton Park this year? Find out by listening to this edition of The Lead with our senior investigative journalist, Sikonath... more

He’s been itching to tell his side of the story. Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been emphatic to Parliamentarians this Thursday that there was no sinister ulterior motive in disbanding the Political Killings Task Team and that the unit wa... more

“The outdoors is screaming for you. Time to listen,” Who said that? Our very own Riaan Manser, of course, News24’s outdoors editor, a man of many firsts, including traversing the entirety of Africa on a bicycle. He joins us on The Lead alongside our ... more

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Jean Redpath
Senior researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute at the University of the Western Cape
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Episode: The real costs of the police’s PKTT. PLUS: Bafana’s last chance
Julian Rademeyer
East and Southern African Director for the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime
Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime
Episode: Is SA the next Mexico or Brazil when it comes to contract killings?
Jeff Wicks
Investigative journalist and author
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Episode: The Cat and the Hat - what did Cele do at Zimbali villa? PLUS: Charlie Kirk’s hit
John Matisonn
Veteran journalist and long-time Washington D.C. correspondent
Episode: The Cat and the Hat - what did Cele do at Zimbali villa? PLUS: Charlie Kirk’s hit
Siyamtanda Capa
News24 journalist reporting on the North West province
News24
Episode: Council chaos in the wild, wild North West, with Siyamtanda Capa
Tony Leon
Former leader of the Democratic Alliance and author
News24
Episode: Tony Leon on the state of the GNU, the DA, and brown envelopes
Jan Gerber
Senior parliamentary correspondent discussing the investigation into the oxygen tender
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Episode: Oxygen thieves to blame in dodgy R800m tender? With Jan Gerber
Amanda Khoza
Star journalist providing insights on South African politics and security
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Episode: Who’s coup is it anyway? With Amanda Khoza
Alex Patrick
News24 journalist who reports on the forensic lab.
News24
Episode: Why is Gauteng’s R700m forensic super-lab still closed?

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Graeme Raubenheimer
Host of a daily news podcast focusing on in-depth reporting and journalism in South Africa. A seasoned broadcast journalist providing insights and analysis on significant news events.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Meh

    I was very excited to find a home grown serious news podcast, but if you want to be take seriously you can't just use it to give Basson airtime to blather. You have great journos with interesting things to say, please use them.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
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    South Africa7 months ago
  • Misinformation

    Just another way to spread misinformation by a formerly independent media company that supports expropriation without compensation and state capture.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pjnel
    Australia7 months ago

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ANC considers changing tack against DA’s Zille in Jozi
Q: What are you hearing now from your ANC sources regarding the potential caliber of the ANC figure that the party is looking for?
There are discussions about the characteristics the party wants in candidates, indicating that they are looking for someone experienced and well-regarded.
Morgan Maumela’s North West hospital hustle, with Jeff Wicks
Q: What does that reveal to you over the span of your investigations regarding Allu's cash flow payments?
Alluse saw approximately 60 or 60 odd million pass through their account. The money was just quickly moved to other entities in the Maumela syndicate, with zero costs on rent and salaries for the staff supposed to be employed.
Morgan Maumela’s North West hospital hustle, with Jeff Wicks
Q: How difficult was it to link Maumela to this company that was bidding for this particular contract?
Actually, it was quite easy because Allu has become a name that really jumps out. We managed to link in total 21 firms to him, either controlled directly by him or through proxy directors.
Morgan Maumela’s North West hospital hustle, with Jeff Wicks
Q: What is this North West catering contract that Maumela's company, Allu, was bidding for?
It's essentially a four year deal for the provision of food services for every single patient that steps through the doors of 17 hospitals and clinics in that province.
Morgan Maumela’s North West hospital hustle, with Jeff Wicks
Q: Jeff, you must be chuffed that the SIUs now come out and essentially affirm the investigations that you had pursued with the News24 team in the wake of Diokaran's murder.
Yes, it's heartening. I think as an investigative journalist, particularly, you work towards set outcomes, and I don't think any journalist worth their salt wants to get into this industry to not affect change.

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Engaging with current events and societal issues, this series provides an in-depth exploration of significant news stories, particularly those affecting South Africa. Key episodes have analyzed topics ranging from high-profile criminal cases to political accountability, corruption, and human rights issues such as the struggles of transgender individuals in the correctional system. Another noteworthy aspect is the focus on investigative journalism, featuring candid conversations with reporters who bring critical insights into the narratives behind the headlines. This podcast is likely tailored for listeners seeking an understanding of the complexities within South African society, offering a blend of analysis, commentary, and first-hand repo... more

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2. Julian Rademeyer
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7. Jan Gerber
8. Amanda Khoza

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