Six South Africans detained by Israel after boarding the Global Sumud Flotilla are landing at OR Tambo International Airport today. The group includes Mandla Mandela - grandson of former President Nelson Mandela, writer Zukiswa Wanner, activist Reaaz Moolla, Zaheer Soomar, Dr. Fatima Hendricks and Carrie Shelver. Their mission was to challenge Israel's Gaza blockade with humanitarian aid. After interception and detention, they are now heading home. Elvis Presslin spoke to Nazim Adam from the South African delegates' support team

Lobby group AfriForum has temporarily halted a R54 billion settlement agreement between Eskom and energy regulator Nersa. The deal stemmed from an error at Nersa, affecting calculations for Eskom's revenue clawback amounts. Originally, Nersa approved tariff hikes of 5.36% for 2026 and 6.19% for 2027. However, admitting mistakes in depreciation and asset valuation, Nersa agreed Eskom could recover the additional R54 billion, pushing increases to 8.76% and 8.83% for those years. Elvis Presslin spoke to Morne Mostert, Head of Local Government Affairs at AfriForum

The National E-Hailing Federation of South Africa, NEFSA, has welcomed the recent rollout of the National Land Transport Act and its new regulations. The changes recognize e-hailing as part of the country's public transport system, a historic step after years of advocacy by e-hailing groups. However, the Federation expressed serious concerns, stating that many submissions from its affiliates were overlooked. The federation is now pushing for greater driver and operator involvement in shaping policies to ensure the industry prioritizes South African ownership over profit-driven interests. Elvis Presslin spoke to National E-Hailing Federation of South Africa (NEFSA) Spokesperson, Tella Masekale

Employees of Urban Watch Security, a company providing security services to schools in Gauteng, have accused the firm of failing to pay their salaries for seven months. The workers also claim their contracts were abruptly terminated. Urban Watch Security has denied the allegations, stating that delays in payments from the Department of Basic Education are to blame. Elvis Presslin spoke to Zakhele Nsele, Gauteng Provincial organiser South African Amalgamated and Integrated Workers Union

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, 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

Today marks two years since the Hamas attack on Israeli civilians in southern Israel's Kibbutzim and a music festival, claiming nearly 1,200 lives. Israel's ongoing response has resulted in over 66,000 Palestinian deaths. The South African Jewish Board of Deputies has expressed grief over the loss of innocent lives and the widespread suffering caused by the conflict. The Deputies' Gauteng Chairperson, Danny Mofsowitz told our senior producer Ronald Phiri that for Jewish communities globally, October 7 is a day of profound mourning and Elvis Presslin spoke to Africa4Palestine Communications and Campaigns Manager, Alie Komape

The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU and its affiliated unions will today picket across the country to mark the International Day for Decent Work. The events gain added importance as COSATU prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary In December this year following the World Federation of Trade Unions' 80th anniversary last week. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU National Spokesperson, Zanele Sabela

The Teddy Bear Foundation, represented by SECTION27, has approached the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, seeking action against key government departments for allegedly neglecting the National Child Protection Register. The case stems from a 2022 incident where a North-West school learner was raped by a caretaker and authorities reportedly failed to hold the perpetrator accountable. For more on the case, Elvis Presslin spoke to Tendai Mafuma, Senior Legal Researcher at SECTION27

Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee on national security kicks off hearings today, probing claims by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of criminal syndicates infiltrating the justice system. Mkhwanazi takes the stand as the first witness over two days, with tight security in place. Chairperson Molapi Soviet Lekganyane told SABC News the probe aims to wrap up by month end and that there will be no overlap with the ongoing Madlanga Commission.

Lobby group AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit is intensifying pressure on the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to prosecute ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula over his 2016 Dubai family holiday. The trip, costing R685,000, is under scrutiny for alleged irregular cash payments and loans. AfriForum argues the NPA's 2023 decision not to prosecute was flawed, citing "irrational" conclusions and possible selective prosecution. Elvis Presslin spoke to the Spokesperson for Afriforum's Private Prosecution Unit, Barry Bateman