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Suspended Tshwane Metro Police Department Deputy Chief Umashi Dhlamini has told the Madlanga Commission he was asked by the City of Tshwane's CFO to help resolve months of unpaid invoices to security companies, including Gubis 85. Dhlamini maintains he did not influence procurement and only forwarded publicly accessible records. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Professor of Criminology and a member of the Council of the Criminological and Victimological Society of Southern Africa, Professor Jacob Mofokeng  

The Nkabinde Enquiry into the fitness to hold office of South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke has been adjourned to tomorrow. This is after two key witnesses were unable to testify due to outstanding evidence statements. Former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Major General Johan Booysen and Advocate Shareen Riley were expected to take the stand. 

As Easter holiday travel concludes, the Border Management Authority says operations at key ports remain under control despite expected heavy volumes. The BMA has warned transport operators against carrying undocumented passengers, stressing strict enforcement as travelers return home during this peak period. Meanwhile, the border authority has revealed that it is investigating a case involving people found travelling on a bus without proper documentation. This was after a bus was intercepted last week in the Free State carrying 35 undocumented foreign nationals and children. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to BMA Commissioner Dr. Mike Masiapato

KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements department spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya says road fatalities in the province during the Easter holidays period of 2024/2025 have declined from 43 percent to 38 percent. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Ndabezinhle Sibiya, spokesperson for the MEC of Transport and Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal. 

The Pan Africanist Congress is today marking its 67th anniversary, commemorating more than six decades since its formation in 1959.The party, which played a significant role in South Africa's liberation struggle, is holding its main celebrations in Bhisho. President of the PAC, Mzwanele Nyhontso, is expected to deliver a keynote address at the event. Reflecting on the party's historical legacy, its role in shaping the country's political landscape, and outline its vision going forward. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Apa Pooe  Secretary General 

The Road Traffic Management Corporation says drunken driving has been a source of major headache on the roads over the Easter long weekend. Arrests related to driving under the influence of alcohol increase by a staggering 39 percent as law enforcement officers intensified their efforts to save lives on the roads. A total of 934 motorists were arrested from Thursday to Saturday countywide. This represents an increase of 263 compared to the same period last year. For more on this Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the Road Traffic Management Corporation, Spokesperson Simon Zwane

A special Good Friday service is underway at Grace Bible Church in Soweto, where congregants are gathering in large numbers. The church has placed strong emphasis on prayers for national unity, healing, and spiritual renewal. During election periods, these gatherings also focus on peace and divine guidance for leaders. Today's service further addresses pressing challenges including crime, poverty, and unemployment affecting many South Africans. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Grace bibles' church minister Dudu Mthimunye

News and Current Affairs Show host/presenter Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News and Mining Weekly, live on weekdays from 12 noon to 1 pm on SAfm 104-107fm.

Three people have died in a head-on collision on the R67 between Seymour and Whittlesea in the Eastern Cape early Friday morning. Meanwhile, Limpopo has seen several road crashes as motorists travel for the holiday. Traffic is also heavy on the N3, with many heading towards KwaZulu-Natal for Easter. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Eastern Cape Provincial Transport Spokesperson Unathi Binqose, Head of Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety Allen Matsila, and SABC reporter Nonhlanhla Ntshingila 

South African National Defence Force troops and police are continuing with crime fighting operation in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. Close to 300 soldiers have been deployed to assist police in the fight against organised crime in Gqeberha and surrounding towns such as Humansdorp and Jeffery's Bay.  The operation officially commenced Today. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Northern areas of Gqeberha community activist Christian Martin