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Fresh and Thato spoke to Journalist at The Citizen, Itumeleng Mafisa on what to make of the ANC and the IEC blaming each other for the  "technical glitch" where the ANC missed Friday's 5pm councillor candidate submission deadline.  Kaya 959

On this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana looks at the deadline for couples in unregistered customary marriages to regularise their unions, personal liability for directors, and answers some of your burning legal questions.

The deadline for SASSA beneficiaries to switch from the old gold cards to Postbank’s new black cards has passed. The changeover has raised concerns about whether vulnerable beneficiaries, particularly older people, people with disabilities and those in rural areas, can access replacement cards in time. Phemelo speaks to Postbank Chief Commercial Officer Thami Cele. Kayafm

The IEC has rejected calls to give the ANC more time to capture candidates for the November 4 local government elections, saying the deadline for nominations passed at 5pm on Friday. This follows the ANC’s claim that technical problems with the IEC’s online system affected a small number of its submissions. Phemelo speaks to IEC General Manager for Communications Fikile Moya. Kayafm

President Cyril Ramaphosa is challenging the findings of the Phala Phala panel, arguing it failed to properly consider whether he acted deliberately or in bad faith. The president’s review application is being heard in the Western Cape High Court, with his legal team questioning the panel’s conclusion that he had a case to answer over the theft of about $580,000 from his Limpopo farm. Phemelo speaks to legal expert Bophelo Seleke. Kayafm

The IEC has rejected calls to give the ANC more time to capture candidates for the November 4 local government elections, saying the deadline for nominations passed at 5pm on Friday. This follows the ANC’s claim that technical problems with the IEC’s online system affected a small number of its submissions. Phemelo speaks to IEC General Manager for Communications Fikile Moya.

Motus CFO Brenda Baijnath breaks down the group’s strong FY2026 performance: HEPS up 15%, operating profit up 4% to R7.9bn, and more than 220 000 vehicles sold across SA, the UK and Australia. She explains Motus’ big bet on Chinese brands, the strength of the SA market, and how the group is managing global cost pressures and FX volatility. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Africa Prize winner Neo Hutiri shares the story behind Pelebox — smart lockers that dispense chronic medication in just 36 seconds, cutting queues and saving patients hours. He explains how township realities shaped the innovation, how Technovera is scaling across Africa, and why engineering rooted in community needs can transform public healthcare. www.kaya959.co.za

Cashbuild COO Shane Thoresson unpacks the retailer’s latest results: revenue up 6% to R12.1bn, stronger gross margins, and continued store investment — but headline earnings down 8% as consumers trade down and the Malawi disposal weighs on profit. A clear snapshot of how South Africans are spending on home maintenance in a constrained economy. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Kaya 959 News reporter Katleho Sekhoto joins us from Homa Bay, Kenya, to unpack the growing relationship between South Africa and Kenya. She looks at trade and investment opportunities, people-to-people ties and the deeper strategic partnerships discussed during President William Ruto’s June visit to South Africa. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM