The Weekend View

As debate rages on over the Democratic Alliance's proposal to amend South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) framework, some telecoms industry players are warning that the move will undo decades of progress and push black entrepreneurs out of critical industries. Moropa Site Solutions, one of the few black-owned companies in South Africa's tower and network infrastructure space, which has built towers in rural and underserviced communities, says their existence proves that transformation policies can work when applied correctly. Moropa's co-founder, Khanya Shipalana  laments that BEE is often confused with corruption and believes punishing black businesses for what corrupt individuals have done is both unfair and short-sighted. While the company supports efforts to improve transparency and efficiency within the BEE framework, it is cautioning against abandoning it entirely. The DA contends that the BEE policy has failed with only a handful of politically connected individuals becoming wealthy, while the rest of the country has been left behind. The party is pushing for its Public Procurement Amendment Bill to become law, a proposal that would effectively repeal BEE. Elvis Presslin spoke to Sean Shipalana, CEO of Moropa Site Solutions.

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 recently-concluded G20 Women Empowerment Working Group Ministerial Meeting, which saw member countries re-affirming their strong commitments to advancing women's health, equal pay, inclusive leadership and gender-responsive policies. The meeting, which also focused in the current geo-political and social climate, luminated the tripple-threat of unemployment, gender-based violence and lack of access to adequate resources faced by women in South Africa. For more on the meeting and what should be done to address the plight of women Elvis Presslin spoke to Minister in the Presidency Responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga

Fresh off their second straight Rugby Championship title win, the Springboks will TODAY face Japan at Wembley Stadium in London. Captain Siya Kolisi will play his 99th Test match, leaving him only one game short of becoming the ninth Springbok centurion in the history of the game. South Africa and Japan have only faced each other three times, with Japan winning the first encounter in 2015 and the Springboks claiming victory twice in 2019. Eddie Jones, who secured Japan's only win over South Africa, has returned as the Brave Blossoms' head coach and belives his side can humiliate the Boks again. Kick off is at 10 past 6 this evening. Meanwhile in local soccer, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are set to meet for the third time this season in an eagerly awaited Betway Premiership clash at a sold out Loftus Versfeld stadium in Pretoria THIS AFTERNOON. The two giants of South African football have already faced each other twice this season during the MTN8 semi-final, where the Buccaneers triumphed on penalties after both legs ended in a 1-1 draw.  Kick-off for the match is set for 3:30pm, and the game will be televised on SABC 1.  To look at these intriguing matches we are joined on the line by  Simon Burke, SABC sports reporter 

Motorists have raised concerns after Japanese car manufacturer, Nissan joined the long list of major companies to recall some of their vehicle models due to defects. This comes after the National Consumer Commission (NCC) recalled over 1,600 Nissan Qashqai SUVs for fear that they may be affected by a fuel leak risk. Earlier this month, BMW South Africa recalled over 12,000 of its vehicles, citing the possibility of  water entering the Starter Motor, which would cause corrosion. The Peugeot Landtrek has also been recalled, following a wear of the the vehicle's doorsill wiring harness, which is caused by interference with the doorsill cover. For a look at what recourse is available to you, as the consumer, Elvis Presslin spoke to Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa, Mike Mabasa

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ms Mmamoloko Kubayi, has apologised after an unauthorised letter issued by an official in her department led to a Sherriff approaching the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Francesca Albanese, to serve her with court papers yesterday. The Italian human rights lawyer and author delivered the 23rd Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture in Johannesburg. To get more clarity, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Terrence Manase, spokesperson of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development.

Two witnesses testified THIS WEEK at parliament's ad-hoc committee probing political interference and alleged criminal infiltration of the SAPS – on leave police minister Senzo Mchunu, and his predecessor Bheki Cele. To discuss the week's evidence from both parliament's ad hoc committee and the Madlanga Commission, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Retired Interpol Ambassador and Security Strategist, Andy Mashaile and Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu, Director of the Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy at Nelson Mandela University

South Africa's unbeaten run at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup has come to an end with a crushing seven-wicket defeat to Australia in a top-of-the-table match in Indore, India. The unbeaten Aussies who decided to bowl first, skittled the Proteas for a paltry 97 inside 25 overs The result means Australia will play fourth placed India in Thursday's second semifinal, while South Africa and England will clash in Guwahati in the first semifinal on Wednesday. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC senior sports reporter, Samantha Marie.

The Institute for Security Studies - ISS - has raised concerns with the African Union's decision to expel the island nation of Madagascar following a military coup that led to the flight of former President, Andry Rajoelina. The coup was a culmination of demostrations by mostly Gen Z protestors, which brought Rajoelina's six-year reign to an abrupt halt and culminated in the installation of military leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina as the country's new president. The ISS says the AU's zero tolerance of coups should be matched by a similar attitude towards the poor governance that provokes youth protests. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Martin Ewi, the ISS' Southern Africa Regional Organised Crime Observatory Coordinator

The Women Proteas will TODAY play their final pool match of the World Cup against Australia in Indore, India. Today's result will determine who finishes top of the log after the league phase. While both teams have already qualified for the last four, as have England and India, it is not yet known who will face who in the semi-finals. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC senior sports reporter, Samantha Marie

Last week's cancellation of the Cape Town Marathon, has brought into sharp focus, the need for event organisers to be up to date with their cancellation insurance policies. Thousands of runners were left stranded last weekend when heavy winds forced the marathon's cancellation, to the disappointment of many spectators and service providers. In light of these development, insurance provider, iToo has sounded a call for ticket holders and event organisers alike, to recognise the importance of understanding what their respective rights are and what responsibilities they carry when things unexpectedly go wrong. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Product Head for Events at iToo Insurance, Mamoeti Nosi