RC 260917SAfmKoketso Sachane
Thursday, 17 September 2026
The episode centred on escalating violence against women in Ekurhuleni, while examining the Constitutional Court’s procurement ruling and the importance of African storytelling.
- 20:14
Police confirmed nine women have been found murdered in Ekurhuleni since July; investigators said the cases are not yet being treated as linked, while communities demanded answers and protection.
- 20:31
The Constitutional Court invalidated the Public Procurement Act because Parliament failed to provide meaningful public participation; the decision concerned procedure, not the Act’s substance or transformation goals.
- 20:43
Men’s accountability was urged as a practical response to gender-based violence: challenge abusive behaviour, stop protecting perpetrators, offer support and create safe spaces for men to seek help.
- 20:58
Caller Joe admitted abusing his former partner, said he had stopped drinking and sought help; the programme stressed that change must include accountability and ending the relationship safely.
- 21:32
Director Ntabi Tau said African storytellers must push beyond familiar stereotypes, represent ordinary black lives honestly and help preserve culture, while warning that the SABC remains essential to that ecosystem.