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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced another major vehicle recall in South Africa, this time affecting nearly 19,000 Jeep and Kia models due to potentially serious safety defects involving airbags and anti-lock braking systems. 

Guest: Prudence Moilwa: Head of Complaints and Investigations, The National Consumer Commission (NCC)  

 

 

 

As South Africa prepares for the crucial interviews to select a new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) is urging the presidential selection panel to take a tougher, more forensic approach to assessing the six shortlisted candidates. 

Guest: Ann Bernstein: Executive Director, The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE)  

 

South Africa’s CRL Rights Commission is urging government to strengthen legal protections for the traditional healing sector, warning that weak regulation leaves initiates and spiritual seekers vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and unqualified practitioners. 

Guest: Prince George Mahlangu: Deputy Chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission 

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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa

10 December 2025

 

1.    Sudan – International Criminal Court 

Sudanese militia leader sentenced to 20 years for Darfur atrocities

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has sentenced Sudanese militia commander Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman , better known as Ali Kushayb, to 20 years in prison for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Darfur more than 20 years ago.

Kushayb, 76, was convicted in October on 27 charges linked to attacks carried out in 2003 and 2004. He is the first person to be tried by the ICC for crimes committed during the Darfur conflict.

 

2.    Nigeria- Benin 

Tinubu Writes Senate, Seeks Permission to Deploy Nigerian Troops to Benin

President Tinubu's request was contained in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during the plenary on Tuesday.

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to authorise the deployment of Nigerian troops to Benin Republic to help restore peace and protect democratic institutions threatened by an attempted military takeover in the neighbouring West African country.

 

3.    Haiti- Kenya

New Kenyan police contingent arrives in Haiti to combat gang violence.

It is the fifth contingent of Kenyan police to arrive on the violence-battered island since the start of the UN-backed police mission. The 230 police officers join an existing force of more than 700 Kenyan policemen already in Haiti.

 

4.    In our historical archives, it was on this day, 10 December 1948 and 1996, when the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted at the United Nations General Assembly, and the South African Constitution was signed into law by the late President Nelson Mandela in Sharpeville.

 

06:45 South Africa’s CRL Rights Commission is urging government to strengthen legal protections for the traditional healing sector, warning that weak regulation leaves initiates and spiritual seekers vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and unqualified practitioners. 

Ukraine is preparing to deliver a revised peace proposal to the White House as President Volodymyr Zelensky intensifies diplomatic efforts to prevent any settlement that would require surrendering territory to Russia. The push comes amid U.S. pressure for rapid progress toward a deal and growing fears in Europe that Washington may accept terms seen as too favourable to Moscow.  

Guest: Roland Henwood: Political Scientist And Commentator University of Pretoria 

South Africa’s rental market is showing renewed signs of strain as more tenants fall behind on their monthly payments. The latest TPN Residential Rental Monitor reveals a steady rise in non-payment, reflecting the growing pressure on household budgets already stretched by rising living costs, higher debt burdens and stagnant incomes. Financial experts warn that unless tenants adjust their spending and scale down, defaults are likely to worsen.  

Guest: Carlo Mariani: Property Entrepreneur & Founder of The Property Coach 

 

While police crack down on drunk driving, unroadworthy vehicles and other offences during the festive season, drivers cannot be forced to pay outstanding fines at roadblocks — and may only be arrested if a valid warrant is presented.  

Guest: Fortune Chego: Candidate Attorney, specialising in Consumer Law at Trudie Broekmann Attorneys

President Cyril Ramaphosa used the opening of the ANC’s National General Council (NGC) in Boksburg to reaffirm the party’s role as the primary driver of South Africa’s economic transformation. While receiving strong support from the 1,800 delegates present, he confronted both the country’s economic challenges and persistent rumours of an internal push to unseat him.  

Guest: Samkele Maseko: Senior Political Reporter, SABC 

Guest: Sandile Swana: Political Analyst