South Africans are carrying a heavy burden right now. From rising unemployment — especially among young people — to deepening poverty and inequality, soaring fuel prices, and growing tensions around migration, many are asking: what kind of country are we becoming? Is this a difficult chapter that will eventually pass, or are we entering a longer period of social and economic instability? This morning, we unpack the mood of the nation and where South Africa may be headed next. 

Guest: Justice Malala: Political Analyst

Child stunting remains one of South Africa’s most devastating hidden crises. It’s a condition that doesn’t just affect a child’s physical growth — it can permanently impact brain development, learning ability and long-term wellbeing. The DG Murray Trust says it’s intensifying efforts to tackle the problem, which is often driven by poor nutrition, repeated infections and a lack of proper early childhood support and stimulation. 

Guest: Liezel Engelbrecht: Nutrition Lead of the Hold My Hand Accelerator, incubated by DG Murray Trust (DGMT)

African Transformation Movement spokesperson Zama Ntshona speaks to

Joanne Joseph ahead of the first PhalaPhala impeachment meeting.

City of Joburg's Deputy Mayor and MMC of Finance, Loyiso Masuku speaks Joanne Joseph about the R97.1 Billion budget passed by the city.

DA National spokesperson, Jan De Villiers speaks to Joanne Joseph about the first meeting of the PhalaPhala impeachment committee

Petroleum retailers are struggling to keep their doors open. Chairperson of the South African Petroleum Retailers Association, Henry van der Merwe speaks to

Joanne Joseph about petrol stations in rural areas opting to close at night because of reduced sales

Operation Smile SA's Executive Director, Sarah Scarth speaks to Joanne Joseph about the campaign that concluded on the 31st of May, where the organisation ensured that 40 children got corrective surgery for cleft lip and cleft palate at the Mandela Children's Hospital

Impeachment committee member, Magashule Gana speaks to Joanne Joseph ahead of the first PhalaPhala impeachment committee meeting where the chairperson will be elected. 

Looking at a new policy to ensure that prosecutors are protected when working on high profile cases. Joanne Joseph speaks to the Assistant General Manager of Public Servants Association of South African, Claude Naicker and National Prosecuting Authority's spokesperson, Kaizer Kganyago

BMA and Home Affairs Minister brief on a drug bust 

SABC News reporter, Ofentse Setemo gives Joanne Joseph an update on the findings of the Border Management Authority's briefing on the drug bust made at the Beitbridge border