Today with Kieno Kammies

Africa Melane speaks to Henry De Grass Acting regional executive manager SASSA W Cape and Pieter Swart Regional Manager SA Post Office

Many SASSA grant recipients have managed to get their new cards, ahead of the September transition when the old cards will be phased out. While we're sure that the problem was not universal, as we would have been flooded with even more calls than the many which we did receive, if you're someone who is desperately reliant on the monthly grant - it is a very serious issue

We are currently paying the highest price for petrol ever, but producer Bruce Hong has calculated that it is making less of a dent to your pocket compared to 2014 prices at least.

Africa melane speaks to Vuyani Joni editor of Soccer Laduma

The Western Cape High Court has ruled in favour of Ajax Cape Town regarding the Zimbabwean striker Tendai Ndoro eligibility matter. Ajax were relegated to the National First Division because they fielded Ndoro in three league matches. The club then asked the High Court to set aside that decision.

Africa Melane speaks to Obenewa Amponsah Executive director at Harvard Centre for African Studies

The Dakar Fashion week wrapped up last week. How is the African fashion industry fairing? What are it's prospects for growth and it's potential impact?

Africa Melane speaks to Adam Gilchrist, UK correspondent

1). A New Crisis In Syria UN concerns about a humanitarian disaster

2). Plastic Bag Arguments it’s all getting very heated in Australia

3). A Weather Record in Scotland in the UK’s current heatwave

Africa Melane speaks to Donald Grant Provincial MEC for Transport and public works at Western Cape Government

The Western Cape's Transport MEC said if needs be, he will shut down problematic taxi ranks in Cape Town. “I’m giving notice of my intention based on evidence to close certain ranks and routes to shut them down.”

Africa Melane speaks to Leon Gilbert PSA Assistant General Manager

If you are one of the millions of South Africans who depend on their monthly grant to make ends meet, then hearing talk of Sassa staff going on strike is sure to make you nervous.

Africa Melane speaks to JP Smith mayoral committee member for safety and security

While we have certainly welcomed the winter rains, spare a thought for the many who don't have a roof over their heads each evening. There are many homeless individuals who have tried settling up shelter using makeshift materials such as cardboard boxes and plastic bin liners.

Africa Melane speaks to Sheilan Clarke, communications officer My Vote Counts

The IEC is gearing up for a crucial national election and transparency and fairness will be tantamount to its success. But alarm bells have been raised around the process which will see top IEC members elected to key positions.

Africa Melane speaks to Nicole Fritz, CEO , Freedom Under Law

They have instructed their legal team to pursue a contempt of court order against Abrahams and his suspended deputy‚ Nomgcobo Jiba. You will remember that Jiba was unceremoniously struck from the roll of advocates by the North Gauteng High Court in December last year and ordered not to enter NPA offices until her appeal was finalised. But she has been spotted at the offices on at least two occasions.