RC 260818SAfmJoanne Joseph
Tuesday, 18 August 2026
SAFM marked its 90th anniversary with a nostalgic reunion interview, while the sharpest substance came from updates on the Matlala Commission, Auditor-General oversight, and workplace burnout.
- 09:14
Kat Matlala kept invoking his right to remain silent at the Madlanga Commission, refused to discuss the multimillion-rand SAPS wellness tender, and denied ever knowing police minister Senzo Mchunu or receiving him money.
- 09:49
The Auditor-General of South Africa was explained as the constitutional body that audits public money annually, reports to Parliament, and refers fraud or corruption flagged in audits to the SIU, Public Protector or Hawks.
- 10:48
South Africans’ burnout was linked to financial strain, job insecurity and the always-on work culture; SADAG urged early help-seeking and gave its 24/7 toll-free lines: 0800 567 567 and 0800 456 789.
- 10:14
Tsepiso Makwetla returned for SAFM’s 90th anniversary, reflected on her radio career and the station’s post-apartheid role, and said radio remained her first love because it centres the conversation.