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Daily briefing

Saturday, 19 September 2026

The day across South African talk radio, cited to the broadcast minute.

locl.co.za / briefing / 2026-09-19

Daily briefing

Saturday, 19 September 2026

The day across South African talk radio, cited to the broadcast minute.

Morning edition

Morning editionCovers Fri, 18 Sept 05:00 → Sat, 19 Sept 05:00 SAST

Morning edition · 5-minute listen

Gender-based violence dominated Friday's talk radio agenda, with nine women's murders on the East Rand triggering marches, prayer vigils and a UN intervention across virtually every station. The dismissal of EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkwanazi and a fresh mpox outbreak in the Western Cape ran as strong secondary threads, while diplomacy with Washington and a nostalgic turn on the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz rounded out the day.

  1. Ekurhuleni femicide crisis triggers national outcry

    The murders of nine women in Ekurhuleni since July dominated every talk station on Friday, with 702, SAfm, Cape Talk and Power FM all carrying live coverage of marches, pickets and prayer vigils. Religious leaders handed a memorandum to Mayor Doctor Pilate Kakaza in Kempton Park, while civil society picketed the local police station demanding accountability. The UN in South Africa called for tangible action, President Ramaphosa declared a national crisis, and a 400,000 rand reward was offered. Solidarity walks also took place in Hout Bay, Maitland and Sea Point, with families of victims like Elizabeth pleading for justice.

    Heard on 702 · 00:16 SASTAsk locl about this: Ekurhuleni femicide crisis triggers national outcry, heard on 702

  2. EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkwanazi fired

    The city of Ekurhuleni finally concluded its three-year internal disciplinary process against suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkwanazi, dismissing him on Friday. He was found guilty of irregularly issuing blue lights to alleged underworld figure Katiso Matlala and granting him access to EMPD facilities. Mkwanazi is already behind bars after being denied bail in the murder of businessman Emmanuel Mbente, and faces further charges relating to the theft of nearly 15 million rand in precious stones later sold for just 110,000 rand. The city said the dismissal was needed to protect the institution's image and rebuild public confidence.

    Heard on 702 · 15:24 SASTAsk locl about this: EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkwanazi fired, heard on 702

  3. Mpox cases climb sharply, mostly in Western Cape

    Health authorities are ramping up surveillance and vaccination efforts after South Africa recorded 18 confirmed mpox infections and one probable case, with 15 of them in the Western Cape and the remainder in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. Thirteen cases were detected between mid-August and Thursday, suggesting rapid local transmission. Patients are aged between 23 and 50, with 18 men and one woman infected. The Western Cape Health Department's Dr Sadiq Karim said vaccines are being made available based on risk and exposure, and urged the public to watch for fever, rash and lesions on the face, hands, feet or genitals.

    Heard on Cape Talk · 20:00 SASTAsk locl about this: Mpox cases climb sharply, mostly in Western Cape, heard on Cape Talk

  4. Lamola heads to Washington as US visa restrictions bite

    International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola travelled to Washington as tensions with the Trump administration escalated over new US visa restrictions targeting South African government officials. Secretary of State Marco Rubio linked the restrictions to South Africa's transformation policies, including land expropriation without compensation, and to what he called unfounded claims of persecution. National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza and her deputy Annelie Lotriet admitted they do not yet know how the measures will affect MPs who also serve in government. Lamola will also lead South Africa's delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly in New York.

    Heard on Cape Talk · 17:10 SASTAsk locl about this: Lamola heads to Washington as US visa restrictions bite, heard on Cape Talk

  5. Standard Bank Joy of Jazz builds momentum

    SAfm and 702 spent airtime previewing the 27th Standard Bank Joy of Jazz at the Sandton Convention Centre next weekend, with festival producer and curator Mantwa Chinaimwadi walking listeners through the four-stage line-up. Benin-born icon Angelique Kidjo headlines an international bill, and the conversation broadened into a wider celebration of South African music, including a studio visit from Justine Carolis of The Handler Music, whose management platform champions local singer-songwriters. Presenters framed the weekend as a rare cultural high point in a heavy news week, urging listeners to get 'job ready' for the luxurious main service.

    Heard on 702 · 06:09 SASTAsk locl about this: Standard Bank Joy of Jazz builds momentum, heard on 702

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