Best Mbali Podcasts (2026)

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KZN Speaker: Suspended NFP MPL Mbali Shinga remains in legislature unless she resigns. 8:49

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The National Freedom Party has reaffirmed its decision to withdraw from the KwaZulu-Natal's Government of Provincial Unity. Speaking at a media briefing in Durban, party leader Irvan Barnes said the decision was due to administrative challenges and political agreements that were not honoured by coalition partners. For a reaction to this and to put …

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Jioni - Januari 12, 2026 29:59

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 12.01.2026 27:59

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Vigilance continues as Kouga fires stay contained 4:42

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Residents of the Kouga Municipality in the Eastern Cape have been urged to remain vigilant and report any flare-ups to emergency services. This as mop-up operations continue in Zwartenbosch. In St Francis Bay the fire has been contained. Firefighting crews are monitoring the area for possible flare-ups. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Nandip…

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Top matriculant credits family, teachers for success 9:01

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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says the National Senior Certificate exams remain one of the biggest and most complex national operations in the country. Gwarube says the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams, written by over 900-thousand learners, were largely conducted smoothly across more than 7-thousand centres. Gwarube was addressing …

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Tshwane outages linked to infrastructure fires 8:01

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Electricity supply to the Koedoespoort areas of East Lynne and surrounding suburbs has now been fully restored. This after parts of the city of Tshwane were plagued by power outages since the 26 of December last year. The city says while bulk supply has been restored there may be isolated single households still experiencing power interruptions due…

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Orange Level 9 Rainfall Warning for Limpopo and Mpumalanga 4:07

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The South African Weather Service has escalated warnings for heavy rainfall, issuing an Orange Level 9 alert for disruptive rain leading to widespread flooding from yesterday, Sunday, into today, Monday. This affects eastern parts of Limpopo's Mopani District, Bushbuckridge in Mpumalanga, and Collins Chabane Local Municipality. The region has alrea…

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Jioni - Januari 11, 2026 29:59

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 11.01.2026 27:59

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Jioni - Januari 10, 2026 29:59

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 10.01.2026 13:59

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Jioni - Januari 09, 2026 59:58

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 09.01.2026 27:59

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Relief efforts continue in Kouga municipality in the Eastern Cape as firefighters battle multiple veld fires 5:58

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The Kouga Municipality in the Eastern Cape says there has been little damage to property, as a few houses were affected by the current fires. The municipality says they have also had no reports of fatalities. Parts of a plastic factory were also damaged, with no damage to the building. Firefighters are still busy with a concerning blaze in the Kabe…

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Listen to our weekly feature, Coalface, with Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News and Mining Weekly. 4:56

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SAFM's Update at Noon presents another update from the coalface. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Martin Creamer, publishing editor of Engineering News & Mining Weekly.By SAfm

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Strong winds fuel runaway Kouga veld fires. 7:46

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Relief efforts continue in Kouga municipality in the Eastern Cape as firefighters battle multiple veld fires. Firefighters worked throughout the night trying to contain the fires in the affected areas. The Humansdorp region is currently the most affected and resident residing near the R330 have been evacuated. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Linton Rensbu…

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Jioni - Januari 08, 2026 29:59

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 08.01.2026 27:59

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Africa's oldest liberation movement ANC turns 114 today. 4:43

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President Cyril Ramaphosa says all South Africans are inheritors and beneficiaries from the struggle that was waged by the African National Congress against the apartheid government. He was speaking in a wreath-laying ceremony at the grave of former ANC Treasurer-General and SA Communist Party General Secretary, Moses Kotane. Ramaphosa is in the No…

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half-naked teens rescued in Johannesburg trafficking bust. 18:29

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A 47-year-old man has appeared in the Booysens Magistrate's Court, Johannesburg, on kidnapping charges. The arrest follows the rescue of ten teenage boys in Mulbarton. To look at the phenomenon of human trafficking of young people. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to the president of the United Africa Movement and Ethiopian businessman, Hailey Shamebo, and an…

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NFP withdraws from the government of provincial unity in KZN. 8:56

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier and provincial IFP chairperson Thami Ntuli says he has not received any formal communication regarding the National Freedom Party's decision to withdraw from the Government of Provincial Unity. His comments comes after the National Freedom Party released a statement citing that it has resolved to pull out from the KwaZulu-Nata…

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Trump withdraws US from 66 international organizations. 5:59

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US President Donald Trump has withdrawn the US from dozens of international organisations, including many that work to combat climate change. Among the 66 groups, nearly half of them are bodies of the United Nations, including the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, a treaty that underpins all international efforts to combat global warming. …

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Jioni - Januari 07, 2026 29:56

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 07.01.2026 27:58

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Trump claims control of Venezuelan oil proceeds 8:55

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Venezuela's oil industry is one of the most striking illustrations of how politics can both create and destroy economic prosperity. According to Chief Economist, Don Consultancy Group Chifipa Mhango, Venezuela is endowed with the world's largest proven oil reserves and should, in theory, be among the most prosperous energy economies globally. Inste…

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Zuma and Mbeki's foundations seek Khampepe's recusal from the TRC Commission. 10:32

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Former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki have moved to have retired Justice Sisi Khampepe recused from chairing the TRC prosecutions inquiry, a move angering some victims' families. They cite alleged conflicts of interest linked to her past roles and question her impartiality. Khampepe rejects the claims. The commission has confirmed it receive…

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President Ramaphosa appoints Mothibi as new prosecutions boss. 10:30

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed current Head of Special Investigating Unit Andy Mothibi as the next National Director of Public Prosecutions with effect from the first of February. This comes as the tenure of the current head Shamila Batohi comes to an end. Ramaphosa's decision follows the conclusion of an advisory panel process in which si…

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Parliament's ad hoc committee on Mkhwanazi allegations meets to map way forward. 6:10

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Addressing members of Parliament's ad hoc committee, chairperson Soviet Lekganyane says the committee is working under tight deadlines. Lekganyane says the technical team wants all oral hearings wrapped up by 6 February, allowing time to draft a final report by mid-February. Lekganyane has urged members to carefully manage hearings scheduled betwee…

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Jioni - Januari 06, 2026 29:55

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 06.01.2026 27:59

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Johannesburg faces water disruptions during Rand Water upgrades. 5:05

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Johannesburg residents are bracing for another period of limited water supply and disruptions as Johannesburg Water begins Phase Three of its scheduled maintenance operation. Residents are urged to prepare for these water disruptions. The work forms part of Rand Water's scheduled infrastructure upgrade aimed at improving the reliability of bulk wat…

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NSFAS preparations for the 2026 academic year 26:58

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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that they have already processed all the 2026 funding applications prior to the beginning of the new academic year. The announcement was made by NSFAS Acting Board Chairperson, Dr. Mugwena Maluleke, in Pretoria on Tuesday. He was briefing the media on NSFAS's comprehensive preparations…

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Polokwane mayor denies municipal water link to Seshego diarrhoea cases. 4:52

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Mayor John Mphe has denied any connection between the municipal water supply and the recent outbreak of diarrhoea cases in Seshego. The mayor visited the Seshego water treatment plant today amid reports of scores of residents falling ill with symptoms including severe diarrhoea, after drinking tap water. Mayor Mphe told the media that tests conduct…

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Jioni - Januari 05, 2026 29:56

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 05.01.2026 27:59

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Wits lecturer condemns US Maduro capture as selective aggression. 12:52

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Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez has met with the country's cabinet of ministers following the abduction of Venezuela's deposed President Nicolas Maduro. Rodriguez has expressed willingness to work with the US. US president Donald Trump had earlier warned of serious consequences if Venezuela fails to cooperate. Trump threatened that th…

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Three bathers remain missing along the KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape coastlines. 4:27

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Authorities are pleading beachgoers and those relaxing at other bodies of water to be responsible and vigilant. Three people are still missing in at least drowning incidents along the KZN and EC coastline. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has urged beachgoers to only swim at beaches with lifeguards and to heed their warnings. NSRI says curr…

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Cape Town streets come alive with the vibrant Kaapse Klopse carnival. 7:26

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Cape Town's streets are buzzing with music, colour and festivity today as thousands of minstrel's parade through Green Point for the annual Kaapse Klopse carnival. This proud display of Cape Coloured cultural heritage features rhythmic beats and traditional songs. The event, organised by the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association, proceeds following a …

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ATNS implements measures to prevent OR Tambo delays. 10:46

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Air Traffic and Navigation Services says flight operations at OR Tambo International Airport have stabilised and are running normally. This follows delays and diversions experienced yesterday (on Sunday) as thousands of travellers returned from the festive break. ATNS has clarified that disruptions were caused by a combination of severe thunderstor…

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Jioni - Januari 04, 2026 29:56

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 04.01.2026 27:59

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Jioni - Januari 03, 2026 29:56

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 03.01.2026 13:59

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Jioni - Januari 02, 2026 59:52

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Matangazo ya saa nzima kuhusu habari za kutwa, ikiwa ni pamoja ripoti kutoka kwa waandishi wetu sehemu mbali mbali duniani na kote Afrika Mashariki na Kati, na vile vile vipindi na makala maalum kuhusu afya, wanawake, jamii na maendeleo.By VOA

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Idhaa ya Kiswahili 02.01.2026 27:59

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Pedestrians account for 45% of road deaths, RTMC reveals. 4:42

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High traffic volumes are expected on all major routes in the country this weekend as the festive season holidays come to an end. Law enforcement officers are maintaining a high levels of visibility and motorists are advised to plan their trips carefully. Drivers are urged to take sufficient breaks to avoid fatigue. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Road T…

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Limpopo police arrest a suspect for impregnating underage girls. 6:55

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A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with raping and impregnating two minors is this morning expected to make his first appearance in the Lephalale Magistrate's Court in Limpopo. Police say the minors, aged 14 and 15, from Marapong township, were found to be pregnant after undergoing medical examinations at a hospital. Police are i…

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Minister warns parents face arrest amid 41 initiation deaths. 11:33

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Initiation is a time honoured African custom where a boy enters initiation school to be taught endurance and the basic societal roles a man is to play, however, it is also a time of worry for many because of the health risks involved with this rite of passage to manhood. Already the death toll for the current initiation season stands at 41 accordin…

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Joburg residents demand transparency on foul-smelling tap water. 7:18

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WaterCAN, the civil society movement, says it notes Johannesburg Water's latest update following a warning to residents in parts of the CBD and Bezuidenhout Valley not to drink tap water amid possible contamination. The group says the problem appears localised, with no reason for citywide panic. However, it stresses the need for urgent transparency…

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Seshego reports numerous diarrhoea cases as municipal water tests continue. 4:13

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There seems to be an outbreak of diarrhea disease around Polokwane. Some residents in Polokwane, Limpopo, are reportedly suffering from gastro-intestinal infections. The residents say they are experiencing diarrhea, stomach pain and fever among other symptoms. They say they have been consulting clinics, hospitals and surgeries as well as buying med…