RC 260924SAfmCathy Mohlahlana
Thursday, 24 September 2026
Heritage Day reflections dominated an episode focused on inequality, economic pressure, political accountability and whether South Africa’s cultural symbols create value for its people.
- 07:02
The Reserve Bank raised interest rates by 25 basis points, taking the prime lending rate to 10.75%, to prevent higher oil prices causing broader inflation.
- 07:12
The ANC is asking the Constitutional Court to restore 181 councillor candidates excluded after party officials failed to press the final submission button on the IEC system.
- 06:51
Electricity competition is due to begin alongside Eskom from April 2027, but an energy expert warned prices may take another four to five years to fall.
- 08:11
A researcher says artist Tembani Hastings Mkai’s flag designs deserve parliamentary scrutiny, challenging the accepted attribution of the national flag to Frederick Brownell.
- 07:46
Brand Africa chairman Thebe Ikalafeng said South Africa’s creative industries contributed nearly R300 billion and about 1.4 million jobs in 2023, but ownership remains crucial.