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Update@Noon

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South Africa
Madlanga Commission
Economic Freedom Fighters
Parliament
SAFM
Nelson Mandela Bay
Meetings Africa
South African Police Service
Johannesburg
Gang Violence
Crime Intelligence
National Prosecuting Authority
Advocate Batohi
Julius Malema
Cyril Ramaphosa
Local Government Elections
African National Congress
Kwazulu-Natal
SAPS
State Of the Nation Address

News and Current Affairs Show hosted by award winning presenter Sakina Kamwendo, live on weekdays from 12 noon to 1 pm on SAfm 104-107fm

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Undocumented nationals are today being transported by buses to a refugee processing centre under tight police supervision, following rising community tensions. Officials say the relocation is aimed at verifying documentation and assessing legal statu... more

KZN Red Cross provincial manager Siyabonga Hlatshwayo says they have this week been providing undocumented nationals sheltering at the Darkodnia centre with basic necessities. Hundreds of undocumented nationals, including young children, have fled th... more

South Africa's National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) has classified an additional National Disaster in response to a more severe, intense weather system hitting the country. The Head of the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC), Dr Elias Si... more

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reportedly approached Chief Justice Mandisa Maya seeking permission to legally review the controversial Phala Phala independent panel report. The Phala Phala independent panel report has recommended a possible impeachme... more

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs says it is closely monitoring the developments in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, involving undocumented nationals. The committee says engagements are underway between the Department of Home Affairs, SAPS, refu... more

At least 10 people have died and several others injured following a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bus on the R39 between Standerton and Morgenzon in Mpumalanga. Authorities say all the deceased were occupants of the taxi, including t... more

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has requested a formal investigation into the alleged unauthorised use of the Coat of Arms by the Somali Association of South Africa (Sasa). The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture said it had not... more

Eskom has served the City of Johannesburg with a notice of intention to reduce or entirely terminate its electricity supply. The move comes as the city battles to meet its payment obligations, racking up a massive debt of over five-billion rand over ... more

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Episode: EFF welcomes Phala phala ruling, urges stronger parliamentary oversight.
Zaman Chona
Spokesperson for the ATM
ATM
Episode: The Constitutional Court invalidates the Phala Phala vote ruling.
Matengi Bengu
National Spokesperson for the ANC
ANC
Episode: The Constitutional Court invalidates the Phala Phala vote ruling.
Geordin Hill-Lewis
DA leader
Democratic Alliance
Episode: Political parties react to the Phala Phala ruling.
Dr. Ongama Mtimka
Political analyst
(not explicitly stated; identified as political analyst on SAfm)
Episode: Dr. Mtimka: GNU partners are likely to prioritize GNU stability over accountability.
Mpho Tladinyane
Provincial secretary of the South African Municipal Workers' Union (Samwu) in Gauteng
South African Municipal Workers' Union (Samwu)
Episode: SAMWU says payments are long-standing obligations owed to workers.
Unathi Binqose
Eastern Cape Department of Transport Spokesperson
Eastern Cape Department of Transport
Episode: Eastern Cape Department of Transport says crash probe underway in Kariega.
Zingiswa Losi
Cosatu president
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Episode: COSATU’s Zingiswa Losi highlights democratic gains for workers
Dr. Neva Makgetla
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Episode: Dr. Neva Makgetla says unions should shape policy debates.

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Sakina Kamwendo
Host of Update@Noon and SAfm Current Affairs; prominent South African radio journalist

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SAPS urges MPs to respect active investigation protocols
Q: Could you clarify the process Adams will undergo, including booking, transfer, and which jurisdiction handles the case?
Adams must be booked at a local police station in the Western Cape, then booked out and transported to KwaZulu-Natal where he will answer to the charges, following established legal procedures.
SAPS urges MPs to respect active investigation protocols
Q: Brigadier, what exactly is Mr. Fadiel Adams being charged with as he has been arrested?
Mr. Adams faces charges including fraud, defeating the ends of justice, and obstructing the course of justice, related to taking statements from the hitman and disseminating them publicly while the case was sensitive.
Eastern Cape Department of Transport says crash probe underway in Kariega.
Q: With regard to the cause of the collision, you may have heard what we have been told. Is that accurate in terms of how the collision was actually triggered?
The spokesperson attributes initial accounts to survivors and witnesses, including the bus driver, and stresses that the scene has been cleared while investigators focus on wreckage and whether any factors contributed to the crash, such as driver actions.
Eastern Cape Department of Transport says crash probe underway in Kariega.
Q: So if you could just bring us up to speed with the latest update, what was the cause of the crash?
The spokesperson confirms seven fatalities, notes that the driver is among the seriously injured, and mentions possible charges of carpool homicide as investigations proceed, with initial emphasis on driver behavior and vehicle factors as contributing elements.
Health minister urges calm after hantavirus cases.
Q: What steps are being taken in terms of contact tracing and lab results?
Authorities are conducting contact tracing with NICD and WHO involvement, lab results are being followed up with rapid testing, and officials aim to communicate findings clearly to prevent panic.

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This show focuses on breaking news and in-depth current affairs in South Africa, with discussions spanning politics, crime, governance, and policy. Episodes frequently center on government actions, interagency coordination, courtroom and legal matters, and public accountability, often featuring first-hand accounts or expert guests. The tone blends reporting with analysis, aiming to clarify complex issues for listeners who want to understand how decisions affect daily life, governance, and safety. A notable strength is its ability to cover fast-breaking events while linking them to broader political and societal dynamics, making it a strong option for professionals seeking reliable, on-the-ground insights and authoritative commentary in a So... more

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