• Glencore remains open to M&A activity 

• 2. Sibanye Stillwater warns of impairments in its lithium and gold operations 
• 3. Market update

Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, highlighting the deep divisions that persist four years after Moscow’s full-scale invasion.

Guest: Dr Kingsley Makhubela - Director at RiskRecon

A new study by the University of the Free State (UFS) has found that dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) — even when marketed as “free from harmful chemicals.” The findings raise serious questions about product labelling, consumer safety and regulatory oversight, particularly given the long-term health risks associated with repeated exposure to these substances. 

Guest: Prof Deon Visser: Department of Chemistry, University of the Free State (UFS)  

Uber and Bolt, could soon be operating illegally if they fail to comply with new government regulations under the National Land Transport Amendment Act. With the 180-day compliance deadline fast approaching, reports suggest that major platforms have yet to complete mandatory registration processes — raising uncertainty for drivers and passengers alike.  

Guest: Collen Msibi: National Transport Department Spokesperson 

Jesse Jackson, the veteran US civil rights leader, Baptist minister and two-time presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84, his family has announced. In a statement by the family, he was described him as a “servant leader – not only to their family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked.” 

Guest: Brooks Spector: Associate Editor: Daily Maverick

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

• MTN makes official bid to acquire full stake in IHS towers

• 2. Industry players eye stake in AMSA
• 3. Market update

Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

• Unemployment rates dips to 31.4% in Q4

• 2. Afrimat says local macro conditions are weighing on growth
• 3. Market update

Unpacking the latest developments and key revelations emerging from the Nkabinde Enquiry, as proceedings continue to shed light on critical issues under investigation.  

Guest: Ofentse Setimo: SABC Reporter 

The fourth-quarter 2025 Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS), released by Statistics South Africa and presented by Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke at Isibalo House in Pretoria, shows a second consecutive quarterly decline in unemployment. The official unemployment rate fell to 31.4%, with 44,000 net jobs created and employment rising to 17.1 million.

Guest: Matshidiso Lencoasa, member of the Budget Justice Coalition 

A search and rescue operation is underway at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley after five mine workers became trapped underground following a mudslide in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Management has confirmed that communication with the miners has been cut off, as emergency teams race against time to locate and reach them.  

Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa: President, The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU)