Thursday, 24 September 2026

Heritage Day celebrations were balanced by urgent debate over violence, respect, Ubuntu and South Africa’s political and economic pressures.

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05:01
The IEC warned political parties contesting the 4 November local government elections that code breaches could bring fines of up to R200,000 and imprisonment of up to 10 years.
03:59
A caller challenged Heritage Day celebrations amid killings, including 11 deaths reported in KwaZulu-Natal, while urging men to confront violence and protect women and children.
05:04
The South African Reserve Bank raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%, warning rising fuel prices could push inflation above 5% later this year and early 2027.
05:52
Independent artist Lelo B described 12 years of building her career, learning professionalism and music-business skills, and preparing an album featuring diverse sounds and collaborations.
05:17
Naledi Pozara said musical theatre taught her discipline through demanding rehearsals, while she develops original music and plans to release an album this year.