The Weekend View

South Africa has assumed the interim leadership of the Southern African Development Community -  SADC. This after President Cyril Ramaphosa was elected interim chairperson at the regional bloc's virtual extraordinary summit on Friday night. South Africa takes over the reigns as calls intensify for the regional body to do more in order to silence the guns on the continent and to clamp down on oppressive  governments. SADC has always been perceived to be slow, unable and sometimes unwilling to tackle and resolve regional political hotspots. To explore whether SADC can be more resolute and decisive under SA's leadership Bongiwe Zwane spoke to political analyst at the University of Toamasina in Madagascar, Prof. Solofo Randrianja and Risk Analyst and former South African diplomat, Dr Kingsley Makhubela

Former public enterprises minister, Dr Malusi Gigaba briefly handed himself over to the National Prosecuting Authority's Investigating Directorate Against Corruption - IDAC - in Pretoria on Friday to discuss the potential of fraud and corruption charges being filed against him. He was not arrested as earlier speculated and the possible charges were not related to the irregular procurement of locomotives at TRANSNET as earlier reported. Gigaba later clarified that IDAC's probe relates to allegations that he received an undeserved benefit during his time in cabinet. Meanwhile on Thursday former Bosasa chief operations officer Angelo Agrizzi entered into a plea agreement with the State, admitting to charges of corruption and money-laundering linked to the company's controversial contracts with the Department of Correctional Services. Agrizzi received a 10-year sentence for each count of corruption and an additional 10 years for money-laundering but the sentences were wholly suspended for five years, effectively sparing him from serving time behind bars. To look at how these developments tie into the up-hill battle against corruption, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Advocate Paul Hoffman, Director at Accountability Now

Siya Kolisi, the greatest Springbok captain of all time, will run out for his 100th test cap when he leads South Africa against France at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday night. Kolisi becomes the ninth Bok test centurion. The Boks will take on a French side, still stewing from their World Cup quarter-final loss to South Africa two years ago. And revenge has been all the talk in the French Capital leading up to the match. Meanwhile the Proteas will play their third and final One Day International against Pakistan at Iqbal Stadium, in Faisalabad on Saturday. The series is currently level at 1–1, making this decider a must-win for both sides. To look at the rugby in Paris and cricket in Pakistan, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SAfm sports anchor, Janet Whitton

As November marks Responsible Gambling Month, concerns have been raised about how some South Africans are using gambling as a means to supplement their income. With unemployment at record highs and an ever-escalating cost of living, financial services provider, JustMoney is taking the opportunity to shine a light on the risks of gambling as a means for cash-strapped South Africans to make extra money. This was evident in a recent survey by JustMoney, which found that 3% of survey respondents chose online gambling over a popular cost-cutting option. The survey also found that those taking home less than R5,000 a month, are four times more likely to choose online gambling, with men twice as likely as women to opt for this. For more on this, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Head of Customer Experience at JustMoney, Sarah Nicholson

In the build-up to this month's G20 Summit in Johannesburg, The Weekend View brings you a series of interviews on some of South Africa's key priorities as it prepares to host the global conference. Today, we zoom in on the just-concluded G20 health ministers meeting which was held in Polokwane, Limpopo. The meeting ended with no signed declaration as the United States disagreed with the majority of the key priorities tabled by the G20 group of nations. Some of the key discussions focused on ensuring meaningful progress towards ending HIV/AIDS the year 2030. For more on this, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to National Health Insurance Technical Specialist at the Department of Health, Dr Aquina Thulare

The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) has expressed concern at recent research revealing that South Africa is giving Russia a run for its money as the world's fastest-growing alcohol market. The country is out-performing a number of emerging markets including India and Brazil, with a reported 80% of our adult populations consuming alcohol.  SANCA says the figures are particularly concerning as they come on the back of another recent report by the National Gambling Board, which revealed that South Africans spent over R1.5 trillion on gambling in the past financial year alone, indicating a R400 billion increase from the previous year. For a look at what the driving factors in the country's excessive alcohol related addictions, Elvis Presslin spoke to South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence National Co-ordinator, Adrie Vermeulen and the South African Depression and Anxiety Group spokesperson, Cassey Chambers

Parliament's ad hoc committee will engage with the relevant authorities on the process to get the remanded detainee, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala to appear before it, in person. The committee was established by a motion of the National Assembly, following allegations of criminal infiltration, corruption and political interefence in the justice system. These alllegations were made by KZN Police Commissioner, Lt-General Nhanhla Mkhwanazi, in July this year. Among others, Mkhwanazi alleged that the now placed on special leave Police minister, Senzo Mchunu associated with individuals suspected to have links with drug cartels, such as Matlala. It would be a first in the history for Parliament, to have an awaiting trial prisoner, appear before it. Zalene Merrington reports

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Kurt-Lee Arendse were the shining stars as the Springboks thrashed Japan 61-7 in their clash at Wembley Stadium in London, on Saturday. The Boks now move on to to Paris for a showdown with France next week at the Stade de France. Meanwhile in cricket, after a month of action and 30 fierce contests, it all boils down to the biggest one of all: Sunday's Women's World Cup final. The Proteas Women take on tournament hosts India in their first World Cup final with a new world champion set to be crowned after the blockbuster clash. South Africa overpowered England while India beat defending champions Australia to reach the summit encounter. The final will be played THIS MORNING at the 45 300 seater Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium starting at 11:30. Elvis Presslin spoke to SABC sports reporter, Simon Burke.

The Justice and Constitutional Development Department is studying Friday's ruling by the High Court of Malawi which overturned an order directing that Shepherd and Mary Bushiri be extradited to South Africa to face trial. he Bushiris, who face multiple criminal charges including fraud and money laundering in South Africa, fled the country in 2020 while out on bail. The ruling sets aside the decision of the Chief Resident Magistrate's Court in Lilongwe, which in March had ordered the Bushiris' committal to await surrender to South Africa. So what happens next? Elvis Presslin spoke to Justice and Constitutional Development Department spokesperson, Terrence Manase and Advocate Malose Monene, a legal expert from the Limpopo Bar

The United Nations has called on Tanzanian security forces to refrain from using unnecessary or disproportionate force against those protesting the country's disputed election result. The UN says every effort must be taken to de-escalate tensions and has appealed to protesters to demonstrate peacefully as the main opposition party, CHADEMA continues to call for protesters to take to the streets of the commercial capital Dar es Salaam and other key regions. The government has also faced criticism from rights groups who have accused it of blocking connection networks, including internet access, amid fears that hundreds have died in days of clashes. This comes as President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of the country's disputed poll with nearly 98 percent of the vote, after leading rivals were excluded from the race. For a look at the situation on the ground, Elvis Presslin spoke to Hussein Khalid, the CEO of Non-Governmental Organisation Vocal Africa, based in Kenya.