The Weekend View

Widely regarded as one of the most progressive in the world, the Constitution of South Africa stands as the cornerstone of the country's democracy. Forged in the spirit of 1994, it drew on the collective wisdom of elected representatives determined to break decisively from apartheid—a system that oppressed the black majority. Its mission was clear: to enshrine and protect the rights of all who live in the country. This year marks 30 years since its adoption. However, questions continue to be raised of the effectiveness of the constitution for the many lived realities of the country's communities.  Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Professor Reggie Nel, Dean of the Faculty of Theology at Stellenbosch University

Ramaphosa launched the rollout of Lenacapavir in Mpumalanga yesterday. Lenacapavir is a new injectable prevention drug for HIV. Speaking at the launch Ramaphosa said the launch of Lenacapavir marks a turning point in South Africa's fight against HIV. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa says he will study the second interim report he has received from the Madlanga Commission. This as the commission commences with its third and final leg of its proceedings tomorrow. For our Sunday discussion, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABc reporter Sibahle Motha , the spokesperson of the Madlanga Commission, Jeremy Michaels and Andy Mashaile, security expert and former SA Interpol crime ambassador

Did you know that the 29th of April is Global Noise Awareness Day? In a world where we are surrounded by noise daily, we may even forget or omit to pause and realise this. Think traffic, shopping centres, restaurants, sports matches and music concerts, but is all this noise normal? It doesn't seem so. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Erica du Toit who manages the Hearing Loss Matters programme within the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities 

: President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Madlanga Commission serves as a necessary cleansing process for the country and the criminal justice system in particular. He was speaking to the SABC News on the side-lines of the launch of the Gauteng ANC voter registration campaign at Riversideview in Diepsloot, North of Johannesburg on Saturday. Ramaphosa received the commission's second interim report on Friday. The Madlanga Commission is investigating criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system. It is expected to finish its work at the end of August and submit its final report to the president. The president says he is still studying the interim report as our Politics Reporter Ntebo Mokobo reports followed by our Sunday discussion on the commencement of the Madlanga Commission tomorrow. Our guests are our reporter, Sibahle Motha together with the spokesperson of the Madlanga Commission, Jeremy Michaels and Andy Mashaile, security expert and former SA Interpol crime ambassador

South Africa cannot carry Africa's migration burden alone.  This is according to Tshepo Matseba , Managing Director of Reputation 1st Group, a South African advisory firm specialising in reputation management, strategic communication and public policy engagement.  He says South Africans are living with real and visible pressures, many of which are intensified by porous borders and weak immigration enforcement. He further adds that the deeper problem is that South Africa is attempting to manage a continental migration challenge as if it were a purely domestic issue. To unpack this Bongiwe Zwane spoke to  Tshepo Matseba , Managing Director of Reputation 1st Group

As the unemployment crisis in the country appears to be deepening, with young people bearing the brunt of this graduates are not spared. Youth unemployment in country is at a staggering 45.8 percent meaning 4.7 million young people across the country are not participating meaningfully in the economy. The Letsoalo Global is launching a digital activation campaign aimed at putting the spotlight on the severe socio-economic challenges currently faced by South African university graduates. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Doulos Letsoalo, Chief Executive officer at Letsoalo Global 

Arsenal's pursuit of Champions League glory in TODAY's final is likely to depend heavily on how well the core of their team deals with a rampaging Paris St Germain side. With the pressure of trying to deliver the Premier League title now released, Arsenal are seeking a glittering double and proof they are firmly part of Europe's elite. They face a formidable challenge in Budapest against Luis Enrique's outstanding PSG team, with their rare blend of eye-catching flair, intelligence and hard graft. For some insights into this game Bongiwe Zwane spoke to our reporter, Vincent Sitsula.

The South African National Parks says the Kruger National Park remains one of the country's critical destinations. Spanning nearly two million hectares across Limpopo and Mpumalanga, with its eastern boundary running along the Lebombo Mountains bordering Mozambique, Kruger remains one of the world's largest protected areas.  Today (30 May ) marks 100 years since the Park was proclaimed as the country's first national park. In 1926 the Kruger National Park was transformed from a game reserve to a tourist attraction that prioritises nature conservation. To date the Kruger attracts nearly two million visitors annually and has retained its standing as a top African safari destination. It has become a must visit destination for locals and visitors alike. Bongiwe Zwane caught up with Willie Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment 

The Correctional Services Department has refuted claims that it has abandoned the tracing of absconders following reports that about 28-thousand parolees are untraceable. This follows findings by the AmaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism which found that the Correctional Services Department cannot account for the parolees which include high-risk parolees convicted of murder, rape and armed robbery. Bongiwe Zwane engages Correctional Services Department spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo over challenges with parolees...