ActionSA says it will today reveal damning internal police records that point to an alleged deliberate cover-up by SAPS in the Phala Phala matter. The party claims the documents show efforts to shield members of the Presidential Protection Unit over unlawful conduct. National Chairperson Michael Beaumont and MP Lerato Ngobeni will lead the press conference at Radisson Red in Rosebank this morning. Elvis Presslin spoke to the parties National Chairperson Michael Beaumont

Veteran actor Seputla Sebogodi, has been described as one of the most prolific story tellers in the South African entertainment industry. Sebogodi passed away on Wednesday evening from complications related to diabetes. He was best known as Kenneth Mashaba on Generations and also starred in Rhythm City, The River and Scandal, among many others. Sebogodi also played in a theatre production 'Black Moon', which was staged at this year's National Arts Festival in Makhanda. Sashin Naidoo reports...

African Bank has started formal consultations with union Sasbo over a restructuring that could cut 1,200 jobs and close 90 branches. The bank says costs are outpacing risk-adjusted revenue, and it has already looked at savings in IT, procurement and property. Interim CEO Zweli Manyathi says no final decisions have been made and the bank will work with the union through the Section 189A process. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU National Spokesperson, Zanele Sabela...

The Pan South African Language Board, PanSALB has voiced strong concern over reports of people facing discrimination based on the languages they speak during ongoing anti-immigration protests. PanSALB stresses that while illegal immigration needs addressing, no one should be targeted or suspected simply because of their accent or mother tongue. CEO Dr. Keaobaka Seshoka pointed out that in Africa, language often crosses borders and cannot reliably indicate nationality. She joins us on the line to elaborate further on her sentiments Elvis Presslin Spoke to The Pan South African Language Board, PanSALB CEO Dr. Keaobaka Seshoka 

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to officiate a R10.4 billion investment by Toyota South Africa Motors in Durban, focused on cleaner energy and new automotive technologies. This comes as global automakers, including Volkswagen, face mounting pressure to cut costs, with potential job losses on the horizon. The developments raise important questions about economic transformation, labour impacts, and the role of media in shaping public understanding. Elvis Presslin spoke to Phakamile Hlubi Majola, Misa spokesperson....

The Supreme Court of Appeal has granted the National Prosecuting Authority leave to appeal the acquittal of Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused on charges including rape, sexual assault and human trafficking. The trio were cleared by the Gqeberha High Court in 2024 after the state failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt. This latest development reopens complex legal questions around prosecution standards, appeals, and justice for alleged victims. Elvis Presslin spoke to Constitutional Law and legal analyst, Lufuno Nevondwe...

After years of complaints over service delivery, the eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement will contest November's local elections. The civic group says it's time to move from protest to power in Durban. But can a civic movement successfully transition into political power? To answer this and Elvis Presslin spoke to the movement's Chairperson, Asad Gaffar, to discuss their plans...

The Madlanga Commission will subpoena doctors who issued medical certificates to North West businessman Sulieman Carrim. Evidence leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson told the commission Carrim was allegedly seen at a Western Cape shopping centre while seeking a postponement on medical grounds. Witnesses have come forward and video footage will be presented to the Commission today in this respect. For reaction on doctors being subpoenaed before the Commission, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Tshilidzi Sadiki, President of the South African Medical Association Trade Union (SAMATU)... 

 The National Union of Mineworkers has condemned De Beers' decision to suspend production at Venetia Mine for two years. The company has also started Section 189A retrenchment proceedings, placing 1,214 workers at risk of job losses. NUM says the move is a severe blow to employees, families and surrounding communities and that the company should have consulted workers earlier. We're now joined on the line by NUM National Health and Safety Secretary and Diamonds Sector Chief Negotiator, Masibulele Naki

Concerns are mounting at the Public Investment Corporation after the suspension of CEO Patrick Dlamini and Chief Investment Officer August van Heerden. The DA says the removals expose deep dysfunction at the state asset manager responsible for public pension funds. The party is now calling for urgent parliamentary intervention to restore accountability and stability at the PIC. We speak next to the DA's Finance Spokesperson, Dr Mark Burke, for more