Reactions to President Ramaphosa's media briefing on the government's management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals. This raises critical questions about enforcement, labour market regulation, human rights, economic pressures and South Africa's obligations under the rule of law.

Guest: Allan Hirsch - senior research fellow at the New South Institute and Emeritus Professor at the University of Cape Town. 

 

The South African Police acted swiftly in dealing with one of their own, who was seen in a social media video returning a 2,000-rand bribe to an angry motorist who was heard demanding it back on behalf of his employee. In the video, the man is heard confronting the officer and also asking her colleagues to arrest her for bribery.

Guest: Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi - Gauteng police spokesperson 

 

1.Tunisia- Tunis 

Tunisians protest against undocumented sub-Saharan African migrants

Protesters gathered this past weekend at midday outside the headquarters of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the Lac district of Tunis, demanding the deportation of undocumented sub-Saharan African migrants and calling on the organisation to leave Tunisia.

Migration is a sensitive issue in Tunisia, a key transit point for tens of thousands of people seeking to reach Europe each year.

2.    South Afrika – Nigeria 

Nigeria says it will repatriate more than 1,000 of its nationals from South Africa amid rising anti-immigrant tensions in the country.

Screening for Nigeria's voluntary repatriation scheme started last week, a spokesperson for the foreign ministry told reporters.

In a communique, Nigeria's High Commission in Pretoria said it had "negotiated waivers with host authorities" so that those with "immigration-related offences" would be allowed to leave on the eventual repatriation flights rather than be detained.

3. Botswana – Gaborone 

Botswana, De Beers Appoint Adesina Chair Of Diamonds Development Fund

Former President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has been appointed Chairman of Botswana’s Diamonds for Development Fund, a landmark initiative established by the Government of Botswana and De Beers Group to drive economic diversification and sustainable development in the Southern African nation.

Dr. Adesina, who completed his second term as President of the African Development Bank in September 2025, is expected to formally assume office on June 15, 2026

4. In our historical archives, it was on this day, 8 June 1976, when unrest broke out at Naledi High School as the security police confronted learners. Security police arrived at Naledi High School and attempted to arrest the leader of the local branch of the South African Students' Movement (SASM). In retaliation, students stoned the police and burned their car.

 

 

Concerns are growing after reports that elderly social grant beneficiaries were allegedly misled into signing up for funeral policies after being promised free food parcels by people claiming to be linked to SASSA. Some pensioners say deductions of up to R240 have been taken from their grants without their knowledge

Guest: Dr. Paseka Letsatsi - SASSA spokesperson

The Global Briefing: Chinese President Xi Jinping is in North Korea for a rare summit with Kim Jong Un

In Russia, Vladimir Putin is hosting a major economic forum despite ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks

Pakistan is stepping up diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran as their conflict passes the 100-day mark

Guest: Salman Khan - Independent Geopolitical Analyst for Southeast Asia 

 

Built in Mzansi: How TCS South Africa & Rest of Africa has built a programme designed to equip young people from disadvantaged communities with accredited Internet of Things qualifications and entrepreneurial skills

Guest: Langa Dube - Country Head and Regional Director, TCS South Africa & Rest of Africa 

Studying Under the Barrel of a Gun film: a powerful cinematic tribute to the courageous student resistance movement that emerged during the June 12th 1986 apartheid military occupation of the University of the North (Turfloop).

Guest: Tebogo Malope - Award-winning filmmaker 

As South Africa marks Youth Month, the Gauteng Tourism Authority is highlighting the role of the Gauteng Traffic Wardens programme in enhancing safety, boosting visitor confidence and supporting tourism growth across the province. The initiative has also created opportunities for young people through skills development and community-based safety efforts.

Guest: Barba Gaoganediwe, Chief Marketing Officer for Gauteng Tourism  

 

The Eastern Cape Education Department has confirmed the suspension of schooling in three districts following a level eight severe weather warning issued by the South African Weather Service.

Guest: Kim Daniels - SABC News Reporter in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape 

 

The Reality Check with Dr Lebohang Pheko: linking June 16 to contemporary struggles over AI, platform capitalism, youth unemployment and technological sovereignty, examining whether African youth are inheriting meaningful ownership over the future economy — or merely more precarious forms of participation within it.

Guest: Dr Lebohang Liepollo Pheko, Political Economist and Senior Researcher Fellow at Trade Collective.