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The Forum@8
by SAfm
The Forum@8 is a feature of AMLive with in-depth and interactive discussion on the main story of the day. The Forum@8 is on every week day from 8 to 9am on SAfm radio 104-107 FM nationwide.
Episodes
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The world mourns the loss Mama Winnie Madikizela-Mandela
On the Forum@8 this morning, we pay tribute to a stalwart in the fight against apartheid‚ the late Winnie Madikizela Mandela. Affectionately referred to as the Mother of the Nation, Mrs Winnie Madikizela Mandela passed on Monday at the Milpark hospital here in Johannesburg. She was 81. Tributes...
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Who have been the real beneficiaries of post apartheid South Africa?
Since the end of apartheid in 1994, South Africa has been regarded globally as a proponent of human rights and a leader on the African continent. The country has also seen its economy, along with the infrastructure grow dramatically. On the Forum@8 spoke to political analyst, Professor Somadoda...
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New initiative aims to empower one million youth South Africa
his is a business-led partnership with government, labour and civil society which aims to empower one million young South Africans by offering paid quality work experiences over the next three years. President Cyril Ramaphosa together with Business leaders and Labour formally launched the service...
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Will Africa Trade Agreement improve ease of trade and investment in the continent?
South Africa and 43 other African countries signed a protocol at the African Union summit in Kigali, Rwanda last week, that will enable free movement of people and encourage trade and investment. The declaration is aimed at establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area which will create…
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Book claims ❝ Zuma was directly involved in creation editorial policy at ANN7 ❞
On the Forum@8 this morning we are in conversation with Rajesh Sundaram, a former editor at ANN7, whose new book claims former president Jacob Zuma was directly involved in the creation and editorial policy of the controversial Gupta-linked news channel. Rajesh worked as a consulting editor at...
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❝ This is NOT time to celebrate, we are NOT even half way home ❞ : Veteran journalist Joe Thloloe
South Africa commemorates Human Rights Day. This public holiday is a reminder of the tragic Sharpeville massacre and a celebration of South Africa's constitution, which gives equal rights to all. Experts say the country still faces modern day human rights abuses such as Marikana tragedy, racism ,...
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What can be done to turn SOEs around?
On the Forum@8 this morning we discuss the state of our the country's public entities.The problems facing state owned enterprises have been on the spotlight, particularly the absence of permanent CEOs and the looting that has driven many public enterprises closer to financial collapse. Many are…
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Are teachers under siege?
On the Forum@8 we shine a spotlight on violence against teachers. A week ago, a video showing a pupil throwing what appears to be an exercise book at a teacher in the classroom went viral. In the video the teacher walks out of the classroom. Teachers unions say incidents similar to this one are...
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NUMSA,Transform SA win interdict to prevent Energy Minister from signing deals with 27 renewable energy producers
Metalworkers union, NUMSA and Transform SA have won an urgent court interdict to prevent Energy Minister Jeff Radebe from signing deals with 27 renewable energy producers. NUMSA believes the signing of these contracts would be detrimental for the working class of Mpumalanga and the country as a...
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We continue to put the spotlight on the burning labour issues in South Africa.
Last week we put the spotlight on the burning labour issues in South Africa and this morning we continue the discussion. Government is currently considering changes to South Africa's labour laws. Labour analysts and trade unions say they are concerned about the government's intention to amend the...
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We seek to know if the equality court has been site of notable human rights victories since it's establishment in 2003.
, we focus our attention on the scope and functions of Equality Courts. This, as the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has embarked on a campaign to raise awareness on the existence of Equality courts. It is part of the national commemoration of the Human Rights Month which…
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Forum@8 puts spotlight on Tobacco and Health
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi did not mince his words at the opening of the 17th World Conference on Tobacco and Health last week. He has vowed to implement stricter tobacco controls. He's also acknowledged that South Africa has slacked in taking action and has promised much stricter…
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In conversation with activist, veteran journalist and editor, Mr Joe Thloloe.
His career spans over six decades. He's worked as a journalist for publications such as The World, Rand Daily Mail, Golden City Post and Drum magazine, and is a former Press Ombudsman. He has played an important role and has had a valuable contribution in the journalism profession. He has been...
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we speak to Minister Aaron Motsoaledi, for the latest on the extent of the Listeriosis outbreak problem
The listeriosis outbreak is beginning to have a negative impact on South Africa's exports to parts of the continent. This week saw several SADC countries such as Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Botswana ban the import and sale of certain South African processed meat products. At the weekend,...
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We discuss the burning labour issues in South Africa.
Government is currently considering changes to South Africa's labour laws. Labour analysts and trade unions say they are concerned about the government's intention to amend the Labour Relations Act, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Bill.…
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We speak to political analyst Aubrey Matshiqi, about political party re-alignments that are beginning to show.
The Electoral Commission has called on all South Africa's eligible voters to visit their voting stations this coming weekend, to update the voters' roll in preparation for the 2019 elections. The IEC says the registration weekend (this Saturday & Sunday) is a milestone towards the culmination of…
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We take a look once again at SASSA as April 1st deadline looms closer.
The Social Security Agency SASSA only has about a month until a new grant payment system is in place. The agency says it is making progress to ensure the payment of grants is in-sourced. One of SASSA's key goals is to manage and pay social grants without the use of a third party contractor as is...
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"The battle for land is a battle for equality, NOT votes": Former PAC leader, Dr Motsoko Pheko
On the Forum@8 we host former President of the Pan Africanist Congress, lawyer, author, historian, theologian and academic Dr. Motsoko Pheko. Dr Pheko is a writer of books like 'Apartheid: The Story Of A Dispossessed People and 'South Africa: Betrayal Of A Colonised People.' He is a former...
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Ingonyama Trust under the spotlight
The Ingonyama Trust has been making headlines as calls to dissolve it intensify. And, those against the move are equally determined to stop the process. The trust was created in 1994 by the KwaZulu-Natal government, in terms of the KwaZulu Ingonyama Trust Act. According to the Ingonyama Trust...
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❝ Land expropriation without compensation will be bad for the economy ❞ : FF-Plus leader, Dr Pieter Groenewald
The National Assembly passed the ANC's amendment to the EFF's motion for land expropriation without compensation. The amendment, which was accepted by the house, inserts a clause about improving food security. The resolution will now be referred to the Constitutional Review Committee which must...
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❝ Who owns land in SA and how much of it do they own? ❞
South Africa's land reform programme has been described by many as generally moving at a snail's pace, thereby creating uncertainty in the agricultural sector. Some of the most contentious issues in South Africa, include Land ownership, and agricultural land ownership, which require accurate data...
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❝ Be excellent at whatever you do ❞ : Designer, David Tlale
Today we are in conversation with one of South Africa's leading designers, Mr David Tlale. With a career spanning 15 years, he has showcased his unique designs at all premium fashion week platforms. In 2014, he was awarded Designer of the Year at the African Diaspora Awards held in New York City...
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Tough times ahead for consumers following VAT increase
Finance minister Malusi Gigaba tabled his 2018 Budget speech on Wednesday. He described the budget as tough, but hopeful and said it required the ministry to make difficult, but necessary trade-offs, to ensure that it becomes a platform for renewal, inclusive growth and job creation. He announced...
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Mixed reaction to proposed Mining Charter
The Chamber of Mines says it is encouraged by President Cyril Ramaphosa's commitment, during his State of the Nation Address last week, to resolve the impasse over the Mining Charter, and to facilitate a process of developing a New Charter through negotiation. This comes as both government and…
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DA squabble with De Lille a sign of deeper issues in the party: Political Analysts
On the Forum@8 this morning we shine a light on South Africa's main opposition party, the Democratic Alliance after it recently made headlines regarding its internal squabbles. The current debacle around mayor of Cape Town, Patricia de Lille and the party officials as well as breakdown in...
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Civil society organisations react to Ramaphosa's maiden SONA
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his maiden State of the Nation Address on Friday. The State of the Nation Address allows the country to reflect on the achievements and challenges experienced over the past year, and it offers the President a chance to set out government's key policy objectives...
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SAFM listeners express mixed reactions to Zuma resignation & Ramaphosa swearing in as state president
On the Forum@8 this morning we wrap up the week long developments that have culminated in the resignation of Jacob Zuma as the President of South Africa. Opposition parties and civil society groups welcomed the resignation. There were also reactions trending on social media from Kenyan President...
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Opposition chief whips react to Zuma resignation
On the Forum@8 we focus on the decision by President Jacob Zuma to resign as president of the country. His resignation comes after the ANC's National Executive Committee affirmed it's decision to recall him. Yesterday, ANC treasurer-general Paul Mashatile told a media in Parliament that the party...
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"ANC must not be treated like a WhatsApp group": ANC spokesperson, Pule Mabe
The African National Congress has officially recalled President Jacob Zuma and the preside is to respond this morning at ten. According to the ruling party the decision by the NEC to recall president Zuma was taken after exhaustive discussion on the impact such a recall would have on the country,...
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Zuma tenure synonymous with meetings that go into the night and decisions made in the night: Lukhona Mnguni
The African National Congress will hold a media briefing at noon Tuesday, at which it's expected to formally announce the decisions taken by its NEC on President Jacob Zuma's future. The briefing follows the marathon meeting held by the party's National Executive committee in Irene outside…
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ANC NEC to meet on Monday amid calls for Zuma to step down
Pressure has been mounting for the ANC to remove President Jacob Zuma as head of state. A planned march to the Union buildings will take place of Monday as some members of the ANC and SACP in Gauteng on Sunday called for the party's top six to recall President Jacob Zuma or face a country wide...
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I tried rugby but quit because I was getting more injuries in rugby than I would as a boxer : Brian Mitchell
On the Forum@8 this morning we are in conversation this morning with a former professional boxer who is quite possibly the best South African boxer of all time, Brian Mitchell. Mitchell is the former WBA and IBF junior lightweight undefeated champion, who in 1991 also captured the IBF Junior...
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Grade 12 learners "forced" to take contraception will receive counselling: North West department of education
On the ForumAt8 we focus on the Grade 12 learners in the North West who say they were tested for pregnancy and forced to take birth control injections at school. Some of the female learners at the Pitso-Letlhogile Secondary School in Phaposane village, outside Vryburg say inquired why they were...
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President, Jacob Zuma is on his way out: Analysts
National Assembly Speaker Baleka Mbete has announced that the State of the Nation Address, which was due to be delivered on Thursday, has been postponed. She says parliament concluded that it was unlikely that the speech would take place without any disruptions. Mbete indicated that as Parliament...
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Some of the challenges faced by SAPS are inherited: SAPS
On the Forum@8 this morning, we focus on what has emerged as a serious problem within the Police Services. The South African Police Service, Saps, briefed Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Police last week, on its turnaround strategy. A number of serious issues emerged during the briefing,...
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Zuma's self preservation instincts have been his hallmark : Political analyst, Aubrey Matshiqi
A meeting of the ANC's top five officials with President Jacob ended in the late hours of Sunday night. The meeting was expected to discuss Mr Zuma's exit plan. National Chairperson of the African National Congress Gwede Mantashe had earlier indicated that the ANC leadership is meeting the...
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For me, the theatre has never been black or white, it was always good or bad: James Ngcobo
On the Forum@8 this morning we host award-winning actor, director and television producer, James Ngcobo. Born in Kwa - Mashu, Kwa Zulu Natal, Ngcobo is the 10th of 12 children and has built a career in the arts that spans over 30 years. Viewers may recognise him from hit sitcoms such as Stokvel…
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Department of Home Affairs under the spotlight following a number of complaints from listeners
Forum@8 this morning we host the department of Home Affairs following a number of complaints from our listeners issues of bad service, lack of professionalism and poor treatment received by department staff allegedly on a daily basis. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Home Affairs Director-General…
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There are almost no repeat beneficiaries with Black Industrialist Programme - DTI
In 2016 the Department of Trade and Industry launched the Black Industrialist Programme to increase black participation in the industrial space. According to the department the initiative aims to get more black people involved in the key productive sectors of the economy like transport, green...
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Children with special needs being marginalised?
Two weeks ago, when we held a discussion focusing on Children with special needs, many of our listeners called in and wrote, requesting that we invite again, the department of Basic Education to continue this discussion on special needs. Special needs is an umbrella term used for an array of...
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An investigative team has now been set up, to investigate how South Africa's Strategic Fuel Fund.
The long-awaited investigative team has now been set up, to investigate how South Africa's Strategic Fuel Fund sold 10-million barrels of the state's oil reserves in 2015. This, without the go-ahead from Treasury, but with apparent approval of former Minister of energy, Tina Joemat-Pettersson.…
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Violence has become a currency for SA communities: Centre for the Study of Violence
Residents of Kagiso township in Mogale city took to the streets on Monday in protest against crime, human trafficking and drugs. Members of the community marched to the Mogale City municipal offices, demanding that the police and municipality raid and close down all suspected drug dens. During…
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Mixed reactions to new Eskom board, are they the long-awaited light at the end of the tunnel?
Business has welcomed the appointment of ta new board of directors for Eskom. Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa took the lead last week, in addressing the challenges at Eskom with the appointment of a new board, and the removal of all executives facing allegations of corruption. Many believe this…
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Learners with special needs continue to face challenges in accessing quality education
On the Forum@8 we look into the challenges faced by parents of children with special needs ahead of the commencement of the academic year. Thousands of learners across the country are returning to school after the festive season but for their differently-abled counterparts, the challenges…
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Municipalities to also contribute to risk cover for councillors in event of damage to their personal possessions: Cogta
On the #ForumAt8 this morning we revisit the discussion on the extension of coucillor perks following an announcement by SALGA that new perks for Councillors, Speakers and Mayors will include provision of bodyguards and R 3400 monthly cell-phone allowance for the councillors. Sakina Kamwenod…
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South African train commuters deserve a lot more than they are currently getting: PRASA
On the Forum@8 we host the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) in an effort to look into the state of the agency and its plans for the future. Prasa has been having problems with cable theft, vandalism and security systems. In 2016, it revealed that it had been given 172-billion rand…
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SAFM pays tribute to the late poet laureate, Professor Keorapetse Kgositsile
Poet laureate and internationally acclaimed writer, Professor Keorapetse Kgositsile has died at the age of 79. Born in 1938 in Johannesburg, Professor Kgositsile was exiled to the USA for his political views in 1962. As a central figure among poets across the world, Bra Willie as he was...
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Can vocational guidance help young people choose relevant career paths?
South Africa is facing a growing problem of unemployed graduates. The country's unemployment rate has been rising over the last nine years. According to Stats SA, in 2017 youth unemployment rates rose by 1.6 percentage points to 38.6%‚ with 58% of unemployed people aged between 15 and 34. Experts...
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New perks for councilors, speakers, mayors include R3400 monthly cell-phone allowance
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has recently announced the new perks which Councillors, Speakers and Mayors would be getting. Some of the perks include provision of bodyguards without threat analyses to all mayors and speakers in the country's 257 councils, a R3400 monthly...
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"The EFF did not invent free education nor do they own copyrights to that resolution" : Morris Masutha
President Jacob Zuma has recently announced that government will subsidise free higher education for poor and working class students. The move has been recieved with mixed reaction from analysts saying South Africa can easily afford this if we cut out the amount of government money currently…
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