Teaching and learning in Eldorado Park schools are once again under threat due to electricity disconnections, as concerns grow over funding shortfalls and rising municipal costs. The Democratic Alliance says the Gauteng Department of Education is shifting responsibility onto schools without providing adequate financial support to cover essential services.The DA is now calling on Gauteng Education MEC Lebohang Maile to urgently intervene to prevent further disruptions. We spoke to DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Education, Sergio Dos Santos 

The South African Federation of Trade Unions, SAFTU has strongly condemned US President Donald Trump's threats against Iran, calling them "reckless and dangerous". Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, warning that a "whole civilization will die" if Tehran fails to meet his demands, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The federation warns that Trump's rhetoric represents a real and present danger to global peace. We spoke to SAFTU General Secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi...

ActionSA Member of Parliament, Dereleen James is expected to lay criminal charges against Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe at the Cape Town Central Police Station. The move follows allegations that the minister failed to declare luxury vehicles allegedly received from Chinese officials, raising serious questions about transparency and compliance with parliamentary disclosure rules. James says the charges stem from what she describes as a "deceitful attempt" to conceal benefits that may amount to a breach of ethics and possibly the law. We spoke to  ActionSA Member of Parliament, Dereleen James.

 Plettenberg Bay residents are calling for tough disciplinary steps against Bitou Deputy Mayor Nokuzola Kolwapi after a video surfaced in December 2025 showing her allegedly firing a gun in public at a welcome home ceremony for initiates. The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed she is facing charges, though no court date has been set. The ANC in the Western Cape has stepped up pressure for her immediate removal from office. For more on this we spoke ANC Regional Spokesperson, Moyisi Magalela.

Police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi will remain in jail until April 13th after his bail hearing was postponed. Nkosi faces charges including theft and possession of illegal ammunition, following a raid at his Pretoria home. The Forum for South Africa, FOSA says Nkosi's arrest must be the start of a wider probe. FOSA warns against targeting only middlemen while the real culprits go free. We spoke to FOSA's National Leader, Tebogo Mashilompane.

The Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA is calling for government action to reduce paraffin prices, which have risen by R11.67 per litre. MISA says the price hike will worsen energy poverty and food insecurity for millions of South Africans who rely on paraffin for cooking, heating, and lighting. The association is urging the government to implement targeted subsidies for paraffin and invest in alternative energy solutions for vulnerable communities. This comes after the government announced a temporary R3 reduction in the fuel levy for April. We spoke to Motor Industry Staff Association, MISA spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola.

A police Captain is appearing in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court today, facing allegations of defrauding the South African Police Service (SAPS) of millions of rand. The 53-year-old is accused of manipulating the finance system to withdraw cash meant for presidential protectors' expenses. In a separate case, a police Sergeant who recently testified before the Madlanga Commission is also due in court. We spoke to Lisa Schickerling, MP and DA Deputy Spokesperson on Police, for reaction to the surge in allegations of corruption against police officers and subsequent court appearances. We also spoke to Lesiba Thobakgale, Spokesperson of the South African Policing Union, SAPU...

The South African National Civic Organisation, SANCO in Gauteng has rejected Premier Panyaza Lesufi's recent cabinet reshuffle and called for his immediate resignation. The civic organisation says the changes sideline the Alliance and insult residents. SANCO is criticising the appointment of former Ekurhuleni Finance MMC Nkululeko Dunga to the Finance portfolio in Gauteng. SANCO has also condemned handing the Economic Development portfolio to Rise Mzansi, which holds one seat, calling it political horse trading. The group further demands the disbandment of the ANC Provincial Task Team, saying it has destabilised governance. We spoke to  Matlakala Abram Mashishi, SANCO Gauteng Provincial Chairman…

A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana, author of  "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo... 

Thembisa Fakude, Senior Research Fellow & Director At Africa Asia Dialogues says US President Donald Trump’s threats to Iran are not good for the world.  This follows US President Donald Trump’s comments that Iran faces destruction if it refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The comments come as efforts intensify to revive a ceasefire between Iran and the US. Trump was briefing a news conference at the White House following the successful rescue of a U.S. airman inside Iran. He says Iran could be taken out in one night if a deal is not reached.