First Take SA

Spokeperson for the Life Esidimeni Victims' Families, Christine Nxumalo says they welcome the decision by retired Deputy Chief Justice, Dikgang Moseneke, ordering the government to pay the victims of the Life Esidimeni one-point-two-million rand in total for a variety of violations, including constitutional damages. Christine Nxumalo says the families are happy with the outcome of the Inquiry into the scandal involving the deaths of 144 people at psychiatric facilities in the Gauteng province. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Christine Nxumalo and Health Ombudsman, Professor Malegapuru Makhoba.

Media24 has agreed to pay close to 14-million rands after admitting involvement in price fixing. It is among 28 companies referred to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution. The fine is for offering discounts and payment terms to advertising agencies. Recently Independent Newspapers, Caxton and Dstv paid millions in settlement for the same transgressions. Tsepiso makwetla spoke to Competition Commission's spokesperson Sipho Ngwema...

17:30 Econ Update with Nicole Woods of FNB securities

Former president, Jacob Zuma will face prosecution. The National Director of Public Prosecution (NDPP), Shaun Abrahams made the announcement earlier on at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), offices in Silverton, Pretoria. Abrahams says Zuma's representations were unsuccessful and will face charges. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Law professor, Richard Calland

SARS commissioner Tom Moyane is under fire again for allegedly allowing R70-million worth of controversial VAT refund made to the Guptas. Moyane allegedly put pressure on SARS officials to pay the money into the account of a third party for the benefit of Gupta company Oakbay and affiliated companies.The payment is allegedly illegal as it did not go to the registered VAT vendor. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to SARS Executive for Cooperate Legal Eric Smith...

Former president, Jacob Zuma will face prosecution. The National Director of Public Prosecution (NDPP), Shaun Abrahams made the announcement earlier on at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), offices in Silverton, Pretoria. Abrahams says Zuma's representations were unsuccessful and will face charges. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to former NPA head, Vusi Pikoli

16:30 Econ Update with Nicole Woods of FNB securities

A group of lawyers are planning to file a class action lawsuit against Tiger Brands which has been linked to the Listeriosis outbreak. This, after a family from Polokwane, in Limpopo, approached Richard Spoor Attorneys. The decision was taken to file the law suit on behalf of the victims and families of those who died. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Thamsanqa Malusi, an attorney at Richard Spoor attorneys.....

On our Open Mic feature today we profile Ruby Gold, a multi-talented vocalist and songwriter. Ronald Phiri spoke to Ruby Gold, who has crafted a sound unique to her multi-faceted repertoire, known as trance-jazz.

Former president, Jacob Zuma will face prosecution. The National Director of Public Prosecution (NDPP), Shaun Abrahams made the announcement earlier on at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), offices in Silverton, Pretoria. Abrahams says Zuma's representations were unsuccessful and will face charges. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to DA Leader Mmusi Maimane, IFP MP, Narend Singh and ANC national spokesperson, Pule Mabe...