THE MORNING BRIEF

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 1. Exxaro scales back copper ambitions 2. Sappi keeps dividend on ice as It works to rein In debt 3. Markets

Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has condemned the recent violent unrest at the University of Fort Hare as "criminal" and not legitimate protest action. Guest: Buti Manamela: Minister of Higher Education and Training

Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba will visit the accident scene of the fatal N1 bus accident that claimed 42 lives. The tragic bus accident happened on the N1north near Louis Trichardt, in a mountainous section of the road. Guest: Ndavhe Ramakuela - Limpopo Provincial Government Spokesperson

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) is facing a deepening financial crisis, with months of unpaid invoices to security and school nutrition service providers threatening the safety and well-being of thousands of learners across the province. Guest: Lisa Sukdev: spokesperson for affected bidders

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has disclosed that former PRASA CEO and current Member of Parliament, Lucky Montana, offered R5.4 million as a settlement against a tax debt of over R55 million. Guest: Professor Keith Engel : Ceo of SA Institute Of Tax

An application by the South African Human Rights Commission for an interdict against Operation Dudula and the March and March, has been struck off the roll with costs in the Durban High Court due to a lack of urgency. Guest: Zandile Dabula: President of Operation Dudula

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 1. Woolworths bets on beauty in Kenya 2. Adcock Ingram investors vote in favour of the Natco pharma deal 3. Markets

Author, Social Entrepreneur, Youth Activist, Michael Andisile Mayalo, argues that South Africa is home to over 400 registered political parties – a staggering number for a country of just over 60 million people, with few entrepreneurs, too many political parties Guest: Michael Andisile Mayalo - Author, Social Entrepreneur, Youth Activist

The Sea Point City Improvement District (CID) has formally appealed to Cape Town authorities and Western Cape government departments for urgent assistance in addressing the rise of “aggressive” and “untouchable” street children in the Atlantic Seaboard. Guest: Jacques Weber: Chairman of the Sea Point City Improvement District

In a bold effort to rejuvenate Johannesburg’s inner city and combat urban decay, a major clean-up and safety initiative was activated in the historic Ellis Park precinct. Guest: Mgcini Tshwaku: MMC for Public Safety, City of Johannesburg

1. Madagascar - Antananarivo Madagascar army unit claims control as president alleges power grab A renegade army unit siding with anti-government protesters in Madagascar has installed a new military chief as President Andry Rajoelina denounced an “attempt to seize power illegally”. 2. Cameroon - Yaounde Cameroon votes as President Biya seeks to extend long rule Cameroon voted in an election Sunday that could see Africa’s oldest leader extend his rule by another seven years. 3. Seychelles -Victoria Opposition leader Patrick Herminie won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, according to official results released early Sunday. 4. In our historical archives, it was on this day 13 October 1884 when the Deutsch-Südwestafrika (German South-West Africa), established its capitol at Otjimbingwe in 1885, then at Windhoek in 1891. Germany declares South-West Africa a German protectorate.

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter 1. US-China tensions heat up as Trump threatens to slap 100% tariffs on China 2. Financial institutions warn of AI-fuelled market bubble 3. Markets

Madagascar is facing a rapidly escalating political crisis as elite military units openly oppose President Andry Rajoelina's authority, accusing government of corruption, mismanagement and repression. Guest: Lenin Ndebele, African Journalist

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Sarb admits to drift between Kganyago and Godongwana 2. Manufacturing production slips in August3. Markets

Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) to host the 2025 Media Freedom Festival (MFF) from 14–16 October at the People’s Theatre, Joburg Theatre. Now in its eighth year, the MFF returns with a powerful theme: “A Resilient Media for a Resilient Democracy – Navigating the Future of Information.” Guest: Noor Ahmad: Communications Manager, Media Monitoring Africa cretary

Concerns are mounting among child protection experts that many cases of abuse by teachers are going unreported, following revelations that the South African Council for Educators (SACE) has struck 36 teachers off the register for illegal and unethical behaviour involving children. Guest: Daniel Peter Al-Naddaf: Equal Education Law Centre Researcher

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter The JSE names a new CEO, as Leila Fourie plans to step down 2. Retailer owned brands (private labels) gain more market share in pharma and beauty segments3. Markets

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has revived plans to revolutionise the province’s minibus taxi industry by transitioning to a fully cashless payment system. The initiative, first introduced in 2023, is aimed at modernising public transport, reducing crime, and increasing safety. Guest: Rebecca Phala: Santaco National Spokesperson

Today, Bafana Bafana will look to reclaim top spot in Group C of FIFA World Cup qualifying when they face Zimbabwe in a crucial clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Now level on 14 points with Benin but behind on goal difference, Bafana must win to keep their World Cup destiny in their own hands ahead of their final qualifier against Rwanda on October 14. Guest: Nkululeko Nkewu: Co-founder of iDiski Media

As KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi declares the Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens (AmaPanyaza) an illegal structure during a fiery testimony in Parliament, the ANC Youth League (ANCYL) has come out strongly in defence of the controversial unit. Guest: Ntsako Mogobe: Provincial Chairperson: ANCYL in Gauteng