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Government is moving to strengthen the law against illicit mining, with the new General Mining Laws Amendment Bill proposing tougher penalties and making illicit mining a specific criminal offence. While the changes have been welcomed, concerns remain about how they will affect vulnerable zama zamas and communities affected by illegal…

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has outlined four key legislative amendment bills approved by Cabinet, including measures targeting illicit mining, changes to legal practice and the regulation of trusts. Three bills are open for public comment until 11 September 2026, while the fourth will go directly to Parliament. Phemelo speaks to…

South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to 33,6%, with 345 000 more people now without work, according to the latest Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey. Job losses were recorded across sectors including community and social services, mining, agriculture and manufacturing. Phemelo speaks to SAFTU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi on…

Phemelo unpacks the latest international developments, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of a Gaza plan and growing tensions within his coalition. The discussion also looks at the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict and a new security pact between Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia. Phemelo speaks to Africa-Asia…

CoGTA Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa is urging residents to take extreme caution as heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures affect parts of the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Free State. Motorists have been warned of icy roads, poor visibility and hazardous driving conditions, while the public is urged to avoid unnecessary travel and…