The Forum for South Africa has strongly criticised Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni after she said government is "not worried" about the recent nationwide protests over illegal immigration. FOSA says the Minister's comments are dismissive of the concerns of millions of South Africans and has questioned government's decision to deploy hundreds of millions of rands on security if there is supposedly no cause for concern. 

Guest: Tebogo Mashilompane - National Leader of Forum for South Africa  

1. US labour market loses momentum as jobs growth slows 
2. Tesla’s record deliveries fuel turnaround hopes
3. Market update

1. Algeria – Algiers 
Algerians vote for a new parliament with turnout in focus
Algerians headed to the polls yesterday to elect a new parliament in an election shadowed by expectations of low turnout among the 25-million-person electorate.
The vote is taking place amid controversy over the government's disqualification of roughly a third of would-be candidates -- with some saying they were blocked from competing for major constituencies, including the capital, Algiers.

2. Tanzania- Dar es Salaam
Tanzania has deployed military personnel and police in Dar es Salaam and other major cities ahead of planned protests over last year’s contested election.
The government last week announced a ban on all political rallies citing security threats, without saying how long it would be in place.
Youth-led protesters plan to gather on 7 July to call for democratic reforms and justice for those killed in last year’s election violence.
3. DR Kongo – UN Group of Experts Report 2026
New UN report links Joseph Kabila more closely to AFC/M23
A new United Nations Group of Experts report paints the clearest picture yet of the AFC/M23’s military strength and political ambitions in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, while highlighting the movement’s increasingly close ties with former President Joseph Kabila.
 The report suggests that this evolving relationship could culminate in a major restructuring of the rebel alliance, even as fighting continues across North and South Kivu.

4. Netherlands- SAHEL States- ICC
ICC 'concerned' over withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger
The International Criminal Court has voiced concern over the withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, saying it undermines the global pursuit of justice.
The Hague-based ICC prosecutes individuals for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The three military-led West African states pulled out of the court last year, calling it “an instrument of Neo-colonial repression in the hands of imperialism.”
The three former ECOWAS members formed the Alliance of Sahel States in 2024.

4. In our historical archives, it was on this day, 3 July 1990, when AZAPO lost one of its seasoned leaders in Cde Muntu ka Myeza. While his death was made to look like a car accident, AZAPO stubbornly believes that Cde Myeza was assassinated.
On this solemn day, we raise our fists, bow our hearts, and lower our voices in honour of Muntu ka Myeza – the courageous, articulate, and sagacious torchbearer of the Black Consciousness Movement (BCM), who, on 3 July 1990, transcended the limits of this world and ascended to the highest realm of existence.

The Global Briefing: America is preparing to celebrate its 250th Independence Day this weekend with parades, fireworks and nationwide commemorations.

Germany's coalition government has finally agreed on a sweeping package of tax, labour and pension reforms.

Australia is overhauling the way it manages defence projects after years of budget overruns and costly delays.

Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science at the University of Stellenbosch

Guest: Dr Elmar Muller - Executive Manager Hydrometallurgy at Mintek 

Guest: Cllr Arista Goosen – DA PR Councillor in the Mahikeng Local Municipality 

Guest: Tumo Mmolawa – Resident and North West Province Business Activist 

Guest: Tiro Seleka - Director: Community Services at the Mahikeng Municipality 

Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Clinical Psychologist and CEO of the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership 

Guest: Anele Gxoyiya - Commissioner at the Public Service Commission

Guest: Bond Nyoka - attorney and legal analyst