THE MORNING BRIEF

Yesterday, South Africa argued before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that the right to strike is an integral part of the right to freedom of association under international law. Guest: Stefan van Eck - Professor in labour law at the University of Pretoria

Gender-based violence (GBV) experts and education specialists are raising serious concerns over the lack of action from authorities, Unions and the education department following allegations that a teacher in Mpumalanga assaulted a female colleague. Guest: Advocate Brenda Madumise-Pajibo - Director Wise 4 Afrika & Gender-Based Violence Activist

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Chery explores car manufacturing efforts in SA 2. Oversupply of potatoes weighs on prices3. Markets

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Discovey Green closes a power supply deal with Glencore 2. Barrack gold dumps it’s assets in Côte d'Ivoire3. Markets

The discovery of four abandoned babies in Cape Town in just one month has shocked communities and reignited urgent conversations around motherhood, shame, systemic failure, and how to prevent infant abandonment. Guest: Tahiyya Hassim: Founding Member of Baby Savers SA & Founder & Director of New BeginningZ

The South African government, through the Information Regulator, has taken firm steps to clamp down on unwanted marketing calls, SMSes, and emails, with new rules that strengthen consumer privacy rights. Guest: Nomzamo Zondi: Spokesperson for the Information Regulator

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter OpenAI seals a deal with chipmaker, AMD 2. Mondi’s portfolio shuffle fails to impress investors 3. Markets

The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has upheld President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2022 decision to recognise Misuzulu kaZwelithini as the rightful King of the Zulu nation, effectively ending a nearly three-year legal battle over royal succession. The ruling overturned a previous Gauteng High Court decision that had questioned the legitimacy of Misuzulu’s appointment and ordered further investigation into the recognition process. Guest: Professor Sihawukele Ngubane: Academic & Cultural Expert

Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velekosini Hlabisa, visited the Ditsobotla Local Municipality in the North West Province on Monday, as part of efforts to restore governance and service delivery in one of South Africa's most troubled municipalities. Guest: Velekosini Hlabisa: Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs

The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) has strongly denied claims that it failed to process payments for Education Assistants (EAs) and General Education Assistants (GEAs) under Phase V of the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI). In a statement issued by Minister Nomakhosazana Meth, the department labelled the allegations circulating on social media as "spurious and misleading." Guest: Jomo Sibiya: Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 07 October 2025 Madagascar – Antananarivo Gen Z Mada protests: President names army general as PM to diffuse unrest Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has turned to the military in an effort to ease mounting unrest, naming Divisional General Ruphin Fortunat Dimbisoa Zafisambo as the country’s new prime minister late Monday, according to AFP. The appointment follows weeks of protests that have rocked the capital and other cities, driven by public frustration over worsening living conditions. Sudan- Hague– International Criminal Court (ICC) convicts Darfur Militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman for war crimes The International Criminal Court (ICC) has convicted a former Sudanese militia leader for atrocities committed in the Darfur conflict more than 20 years ago , marking the first-ever conviction related to the violence that devastated the region. Malawi- Lilongwe Malawi's President Mutharika moves swiftly to appoint partial cabinet Just a day after his inauguration, Malawi's newly elected President Arthur Peter Mutharika has begun assembling his administration, naming a partial cabinet that brings back experienced figures to tackle the nation's severe economic challenges. In our historical archives, it was on this day 7 October 1931 when the late Archbishop Emeritus Mpilo Desmond Tutu, Chairperson of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, was born in Klerksdorp, Transvaal- now North West Province.

In France, the newly appointed Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and his government resigned just hours after taking office, plunging the country deeper into crisis Guest: Musa Mdunge: Political Analyst

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Residents near Johannesburg’s Bert Close Park in Roodepoort are demanding stronger enforcement after repeated incidents of public nudity, animal slaughter, and fires linked to religious and cultural rituals in local nature reserves. City officials say they respect cultural practices but must balance them with public safety, environmental protection, and community wellbeing. Guest: Phillip Mkhombo, North Conservation Specialist, Conservation Management Department at Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo

In a landmark ruling, the Constitutional Court has declared South Africa’s parental leave laws unconstitutional for unfairly burdening mothers and excluding fathers. Justice Zukisa Tshiqi said both parents should be entitled to share parental leave, calling the current system outdated and inconsistent with gender equality and family dignity. Guest: Dr. Dennis Matotoka – CEO: Commission for Gender Equality

The Foundation for Human Rights (FHR), along with families and survivors of apartheid-era crimes, has welcomed the Pretoria High Court’s dismissal of the government’s application to delay their landmark constitutional damages case against the state. The judgment paves the way for the long-awaited case to proceed, marking a crucial step toward truth, justice, and closure for victims after decades of state inaction. Guest: Sesethu Holomisa – Programme Officer for TRC for the TRC Programme at Foundation For Human Rights

Three national political parties — Build One South Africa (BOSA), GOOD, and Rise Mzansi — have joined forces to form a new political movement called Unite for Change, aimed at offering South Africans a united, values-based alternative ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. The alliance pledges ethical leadership, competent governance, and citizen-driven renewal across the country. Guest: Songezo Zibi – Leader of Rise Mzansi

Veteran journalist and media executive John Bailey has taken ownership of the Sunday World and Sunday Sun, marking a new era for the popular weekly publications. Bailey says his vision is to strengthen their editorial quality, broaden their reach, and ensure sustainability in South Africa’s evolving media landscape. Guest: John Bailey - Veteran journalist and media executive

The South African Medical Association (Sama) has suspended all ties with the Israeli Medical Association (IMA), citing Israel’s actions in Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Sama says the IMA has failed to condemn attacks on healthcare infrastructure and has joined global calls for accountability in the medical community. Guest: Dr Zanele Bikitsha – Vice Chairperson: South African Medical Association