Newzroom Afrika
Champions arrival
- Title
- Champions arrival
- Runtime
- 6:39
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
- Description
- Mamelodi Sundowns arrive home tonight as African champions after defeating AS FAR Rabat 2-1 on aggregate over two legs. The victory secures Sundowns’ second continental club title in the team’s history. Newzroom Afrika’s Yolulwe Qoshe reports.
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- Title
- Mamelodi Sundowns return home as African champions
- Runtime
- 7:45
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- Mamelodi Sundowns are set to arrive back in South Africa tonight as
African champions after defeating AS FAR Rabat 2-1 on aggregate in the
two-legged final. The victory secures Sundowns’ second continental
club title and cements their place among Africa’s football giants.
Newzroom Afrika’s Yolulwe Qoshe reports from OR Tambo International
Airport.
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- Title
- March and March warns government ahead of 30 June deadline
- Runtime
- 14:50
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- Newzroom Afrika’s Silethiwe Ndlovu speaks to Nhlanhla Mqadi of the March and March movement, who says the group will intensify pressure on the government if its demands are not met by 30 June. Mqadi says the government has the power to bring change and citizens vote expecting their lives will improve.
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- Title
- Africa Day discussions focus on migration
- Runtime
- 13:50
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
- Description
- The South African Council of Churches says growing anti-immigration
protests are driven more by socio-economic failures than by migration
itself.
Speaking during an Africa Day service focused on unity and reflection,
Rev. Mzwandile Molo said unemployment, inequality and weak service
delivery remain central concerns.
Akwasi Opong-Fosu from the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre argued
African leaders must address the root causes of migration, while
Godfrey Madanhire from the African Diaspora said the protests should
prompt reflection on South Africa’s own challenges.
Phillipus Wido Katamelo from the Pan-African Parliament and Everisto
Benyera from the University of South Africa unpack the broader
implications.
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- Title
- Sundowns fans welcome their African champions
- Runtime
- 9:23
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
- Description
- Excitement is building at OR Tambo International Airport as jubilant Mamelodi Sundowns FC supporters gather to welcome the newly-crowned African champions home following their historic continental triumph. Yolulwe Qoshe reports.
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- Title
- Headline: R102bn transport budget targets freight crisis
- Runtime
- 7:41
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
- Description
- Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has unveiled a R102 billion budget aimed at overhauling infrastructure and reviving South Africa’s struggling freight network. Creecy says the department plans to move up to 24 million tonnes of freight annually from next year in a major push to boost exports, ease logistics bottlenecks and drive economic growth.
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- Title
- Concerns over undocumented migrants without work permits
- Runtime
- 10:37
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
- Description
- South Africans for Constitutional Reform's Princy Mthombeni says many
undocumented migrants living in South Africa do not have valid work
permits, raising concerns about immigration enforcement and employment
regulation.
Her remarks come after Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster
ministers met with members of the March and March movement over
growing anti-illegal immigration protests.
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- Title
- Botes calls for proper documentation of migrants
- Runtime
- 14:05
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
- Description
- ANC NEC member and Deputy International Relations Minister Alvin Botes says South Africans are demanding that all migrants in the country be properly documented. He stresses that legal documentation is critical to proving lawful residence and strengthening accountability within the immigration system.
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- Title
- NPA raises concerns over magistrate’s conduct in Sibanyoni case
- Runtime
- 10:18
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- The National Prosecuting Authority has raised concerns over the
conduct of the magistrate in the extortion case involving taxi boss
Joe Sibanyoni, also known as “Ferrari”, and his co-accused.
The matter was struck off the roll after the prosecutor failed to
appear in court, prompting the NPA to say it's now considering its
legal options. Judicial Officers Association of South Africa president
Neelan Karikan weighs in.
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- Title
- Ramokgopa meets Morero over Joburg’s Eskom debt
- Runtime
- 18:06
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa met with Johannesburg Mayor
Dada Morero to discuss the metro’s multi-billion rand debt owed to
Eskom. The meeting follows Eskom’s warnings about possible power cuts.
Morero recently outlined plans to address the debt during his state of
the city address.
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- Title
- Concerns mount over delays in forming section 89 committee
- Runtime
- 6:26
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- Governance expert Alex van den Heever weighs in on growing concerns over delays in finalising Parliament’s Section 89 Impeachment Committee, amid uncertainty surrounding the submission of party nominees for the Phala Phala probe.
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- Title
- MK Party welcomes Section 89 Committee
- Runtime
- 7:10
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- MK Party spokesperson Sifiso Mahlangu has welcomed National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza’s release of MPs set to serve on the Section 89 Committee. But Mahlangu maintains that the MK Party believes President Cyril Ramaphosa should resign, warning that the impeachment process will be embarrassing for him.
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- Title
- Mogotsi’s bail hearing postponed, again
- Runtime
- 11:55
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- The bail hearing for self-proclaimed undercover agent Brown Mogotsihas been postponed again. Mogotsi was arrested two weeks ago forallegedly staging an assassination attempt on himself in Vosloorus inNovember last year. Newzroom Afrika’s Ziyanda Ngcobo has more.
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- Title
- Uncertainty as ANC hasn't submited names for Section 89 committee
- Runtime
- 6:41
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Anticipation is mounting ahead of National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza’s announcement on the MPs who will serve on the Section 89 impeachment committee. Concerns are growing that the committee’s work could face delays after the ANC allegedly failed to submit its nominees before the deadline. Newzroom Afrika’s Zoleka Qodashe unpacks the implications.
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- Title
- Corruption drives out senior doctor at Joburg hospital
- Runtime
- 12:23
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- The Head of Internal Medicine at Charlotte Maxeke hospital Prof. Adam
Mahomed says the blame game between the Gauteng Health and Infrastructure departments is crippling service and operations at the hospital. He says the deep corruption has prompted him to leave his
post.
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- Title
- Whistleblowers not deterred by threats : Corruption Watch
- Runtime
- 8:04
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- Corruption Watch's Lebo Ramafoko tells Stephen Grootes that whistleblowers continue to report corruption despite threats. This follows the Group's indication that a large portion of corruption reports originates from Gauteng.
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- Title
- Govt message not effective - Louw-Vaudran
- Runtime
- 11:24
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
- Description
- International Crisis Group's Liesl Louw-Vaudran says the South African government is not communicating its message effectively to African counterparts regarding the ongoing anti-migrant marches in the country. This fuels the perception that the government is not doing enough to protect foreign nationals.
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- Title
- Case against alleged kingpin behind fraud involving Human Settlements Relief Fund postponed
- Runtime
- 8:17
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
- Description
- The case against an alleged kingpin behind fraud involving the Human Settlements Flood Disaster Relief Fund has been postponed to 22 June.
The KwaZulu-Natal Human Settlements Department says this is one of several cases, where municipal workers falsified documents to secure RDP houses for people who didn’t qualify. Newzroom Afrika’s Silethiwe Ndlovu has more.
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- Title
- Attention on violence linked to witchcraft accusations in parts of the Eastern Cape
- Runtime
- 8:09
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
- Description
- The killing of a 75-year-old woman in Zadungeni village, eNgcobo has once again focused attention on violence linked to witchcraft accusations in parts of the Eastern Cape. Police say Nokhansela Sidiki was allegedly attacked and drowned after being accused of witchcraft. But it goes beyond just this case: residents in several rural communities say fear, stigma and silence continue to surround accusations and bullying of elderly women. Newzroom Afrika’s Sipha Kema reports.
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- Title
- JCPS Ministers discuss growing anti-illegal migrants protests
- Runtime
- 3:38
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
- Description
- Ministers in the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster are holding an urgent meeting at the Union Buildings in Pretoria to discuss the rising anti-illegal migration protests. They are also expected to finalise a framework for the National Action Plan to combat related intolerance. Newzroom Afrika's Veronica Makhoali reports.
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- Title
- Africa continues to face challenges despite progress - Dlamini-Zuma
- Runtime
- 10:13
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
- Description
- Former African Union chairperson Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma says that despite the continent making remarkable strides since the formation of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963, many more challenges still need to be overcome. Dlamini-Zuma says AU member states have a responsibility to implement decisions adopted by the organisation.
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- Title
- Johannesburg officials on an oversight tour
- Runtime
- 5:19
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
- Description
- Johannesburg officials are out on an oversight tour this morning to assess the city’s crumbling road infrastructure.
The focus is on potholes which have become a daily headache for motorists.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency says illegal mining in some areas has pushed repair costs even higher.
Newzroom Afrika's Ziniko Mhlaba has more.
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- Title
- Newzroom Afrika celebrates Africa Day
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
- Description
- This Africa Month, Newzroom Afrika honours the pioneers who didn’t wait for permission.
These are Africa’s firsts that changed the world. ♥️🖤🤍
#AfricaDay #AfricaMonth #Newzroom405 #AfricanFirsts #WeBuildFurther #BarrierBreakers
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- Title
- SANTACO speaks on Sibanyoni’s matter
- Runtime
- 8:36
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
- Description
- SANTACO spokesperson Rebecca Phala says they are monitoring developments in taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni’s matter and will take advice regarding any necessary leadership changes.
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- Title
- Johannesburg officials assess the city’s road infrastructure
- Runtime
- 5:26
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
- Description
- Johannesburg officials are on an oversight tour to assess the city’s crumbling road infrastructure. The focus is on potholes which have become a daily headache for motorists.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency says illegal mining in some areas has pushed repair costs even higher. Ziniko Mhlaba is following those developments.
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- Title
- Calls for SADC to play role amid immigration challenges
- Runtime
- 14:24
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
- Description
- South African Council of Churches General Secretary Reverend Mzwandile Molo says SADC must play its role and commit to creating a regional economy that ensures people of Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Lesotho have no incentive to leave their countries. Molo also blames the SA government for failing to lead.
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- Title
- 'Inmate conniving with others in RDP allocations'
- Runtime
- 8:59
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
- Description
- Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma says there is a person in prison who is conniving with others in the allocation of RDP houses in the province. Newzroom Afrika’s Silethiwe Ndlovu has more.
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- Title
- Mdlankomo residents living in fear after a lion attacked a cattle farmer
- Runtime
- 3:15
- Date posted
- 19 hours ago
- Description
- Mdlankomo residents in Mpumalanga say they are living in fear after a lion attacked a cattle farmer. 42-year-old Muzi Mthombothi was attacked when he went to check on his livestock.
Locals tracked the animal down and killed it.
They suspect that it had escaped from the Kruger National Park.
Newzroom Afrika's Mweli Masilela has the details...
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- Title
- Gauteng government looking to strengthen coordination
- Runtime
- 3:54
- Date posted
- 19 hours ago
- Description
- The Gauteng government is looking to strengthen coordination across all spheres of government to improve service delivery and restore confidence in municipalities ahead of the upcoming local government elections.
Cooperative Governance MEC Jacob Mamabolo has provided an update on the province’s Turnaround Strategy and Smart City programme, aimed at addressing challenges in Gauteng’s eleven municipalities.
Yamkeleka Manjeya reports.
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- Title
- #CitizenCam - South Africa heads toward 2026 local government elections
- Runtime
- 4:24
- Date posted
- 19 hours ago
- Description
- With South Africa heading toward the 2026 local government elections, immigration is back at the centre of public debate. Rising anti-illegal immigrant sentiment, economic strain, and frustrations over unemployment have fuelled tensions in many communities. Today, Citizen Cam asks if the blame is misplaced. take a look.
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- Title
- Celebrating Africa Day through food
- Runtime
- 12:41
- Date posted
- 20 hours ago
- Description
- As the world celebrates Africa day, food remains the central feature celebrating the continent's diversity. Newzroom Afrika's Arabile Gumede speaks to renowned chef Rethabile Maseola, who showcases African dishes that reflect the continent’s shared flavours and culinary traditions.
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- Title
- SA destination for forced migration of Africans - Opong-Fosu
- Runtime
- 15:38
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
- Description
- Dr. Akwasi Opong-Fosu of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre says the forced migration of foreign nationals into SA is perpetuated by leadership failures and governance dysfunction in other African countries. He adds that Africans in their countries must hold their governments accountable to deliver to avoid forced migration.
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- Title
- Lamola aware of attempts to have African Ambassadors boycott Africa Day Celebrations
- Runtime
- 2:54
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
- Description
- International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola says he's aware of attempts to have African Ambassadors boycott Africa Day Celebrations in the North West today. He says this plot was spearheaded by one aggrieved African ambassador, attempting to influence his counterparts.
Newzroom Afrika’s Juniour Khumalo has more…
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- Title
- Ghana starts process to return its citizens
- Runtime
- 2:48
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
- Description
- Ghana has started processing the voluntary return of its citizens, as anti-illegal migration protests intensify in parts of South Africa.
The West African country's High Commission in Pretoria says screening has started for the more than 800 people who opted to return home - with the first group expected to depart within days.
Newzroom Afrika’s Nqobile Madlala reports.
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- Title
- Eastern Cape remains SA’s murder capital
- Runtime
- 9:11
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The latest statistics show that violent crime remains heavily concentrated in the Eastern Cape, which recorded the highest murder rate nationally.
In Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, four police stations are now ranked among South Africa’s top murder hotspots - raising renewed concern about persistent gun violence in the region. The metro police's Trevor Smith weighs in.
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- Title
- Durban woman uses garden to feed community
- Runtime
- 2:45
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- A Durban woman is making a difference in her community by using her sprawling garden to provide free fresh produce to her community.
The initiative helps struggling neighbours access nutritious food, while promoting community support and self-sustainability.
Newzroom Afrika’s Zikhona Tshona has more.
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- Title
- Fear grips Mpumalanga community after lion attack
- Runtime
- 3:12
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Residents of Mdlankomo in Mpumalanga are living in fear, after a lion attacked a small-scale cattle farmer. 42-year-old Muzi Mthombothi went out to observe what was troubling his herd - when the lion pounced.
Locals who tracked the animal down and killed it, suspect that it escaped from the Kruger National Park. Newzroom Afrika's Mweli Masilela has the details
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- Title
- High-profile cases return to court this week
- Runtime
- 11:38
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The murder case involving Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, resumes after a previous postponement due to outstanding documentation.
North West businessman Brown Mogotsi is also expected to return to the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court for his bail application, on charges of defeating the ends of justice. Legal analyst Melusi Xulu unpacks these and other matters to watch this week.
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- Title
- Tensions rise over Phala Phala impeachment committee
- Runtime
- 12:06
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The EFF has accused the ANC of deliberately obstructing the Phala Phala impeachment process, by withholding its nominees to the impeachment committee. The EFF argues the move undermines the implementation of the independent panel report and frustrates Parliament’s constitutional duties, as ANC leaders meet to discuss a way forward. UNISA's Dirk Kotze unpacks this and other political developments in the coming week.
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- Title
- KZN Premier to lead Africa Day celebrations
- Runtime
- 9:24
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli is set to lead the province’s Africa Day celebrations in Durban tomorrow. It comes amid heightened tensions over undocumented migrants. Ntuli says the timing is unfortunate, especially after the successful Africa Travel Indaba hosted in eThekwini. He says the issue of undocumented migration needs to be addressed.
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- Title
- Mamabolo vows action on Gauteng service delivery problems
- Runtime
- 22:06
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Gauteng Cooperative Governance MEC Jacob Mamabolo says the government is working to address ongoing service delivery problems, ahead of the local government elections. He says all three spheres of government are coordinating efforts to improve basic services, adding that insourcing water tankers could reduce costs and improve service management.
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- Title
- EFF accuses ANC of blocking Phala Phala impeachment process
- Runtime
- 6:38
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The Economic Freedom Fighters has accused the African National Congress of deliberately obstructing the Phala Phala impeachment process by withholding its nominees to the committee. The EFF says this move undermines the implementation of the independent panel report and frustrates Parliament’s constitutional responsibilities. EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo says the ANC is attempting to shield President Cyril Ramaphosa from accountability.
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- Title
- Africa Day sparks reflection on continent's future and opportunities
- Runtime
- 25:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- As Africa Day approaches, many across the continent and the diaspora are preparing to reflect on Africa’s progress, challenges and future opportunities. The day also serves as a moment to celebrate the continent’s economic potential, cultural heritage and aspirations for unity and development. Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, chairperson of the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, shares her reflections on the significance of the day.
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- Title
- Joburg mayoral race| Political parties intensify campaigns
- Runtime
- 14:06
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The race to lead the City of Johannesburg is intensifying as political parties ramp up campaigning ahead of the upcoming local government elections. Johannesburg remains one of the country’s most fiercely contested metros, with parties positioning themselves around issues of governance, service delivery and financial stability. Simphiwe Madikizela, adjunct professor from the University of South Africa’s College of Economics and Management Sciences, unpacks these and other key political developments.
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- Title
- Lukhona Mnguni enters Johannesburg Mayoral race
- Runtime
- 15:20
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Former political commentator and activist Lukhona Mnguni has officially entered the Johannesburg mayoral race, as Rise Mzansi's candidate.
He says the city has 'lost its soul' and is pledging to restore governance, accountability and public trust, should he be elected.
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- Title
- Inside the Courtroom | more witnesses take stand
- Runtime
- 57:35
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- In Inside the Courtroom, Newzroom Afrika’s Linda Mnisi follows the latest developments in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.
The defence for accused Bongani Ntanzi is expected to call two more witnesses, an active police officer and a retired general, as proceedings continue.
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- Title
- Aucamp sends condolences to families of murdered tourists
- Runtime
- 9:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Environmental Affairs Minister Willie Aucamp sent condolences to the families of two tourists, who were stabbed to death in the Kruger National Park. Aucamp says it's the first time such an incident has occurred in a national park.
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- Title
- Call to overhaul traffic fine collection system
- Runtime
- 12:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Parliament's Standing Committee on Public Accounts chair Songezo Zibi is calling for new laws in the collection of traffic fines. The laws would permit the electronic issuing and collection of traffic fines. According to Zibi, the proposal will likely assist municipalities in avoiding writing off unpaid traffic fines. SALGA Spokesperson Motalatale Modiba weighs in on the proposal.
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- Title
- Crackdown on unlawful manufacturing of medicines
- Runtime
- 9:54
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority, together with the South African Pharmacy Council is intensifying the fight against the unlawful manufacturing of medicines. This includes manufacturing and distributing unregistered GLP-1 and GIP medicines.
SAHPRA CEO Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela says the problem is becoming widespread.
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- Title
- Dr Kgoete sells kotas to help patients with surgeries
- Runtime
- 13:21
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Dr Ephraim Kgoete says he was inspired to sell kotas to raise funds for patients who can't afford medical procedures. The Ga-Sekhukhune-based doctor says he is open to working with other doctors to assist those in need.
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