# ramaphosa (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover ramaphosa. Page: Feed: --- ## [Border security top of SA-Zim BNC agenda as Ramaphosa hosts Mnangagwa](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-21 · Polity Audio Articles_ Border security top of SA-Zim BNC agenda as Ramaphosa hosts Mnangagwa President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for deeper bilateral cooperation between South Africa and Zimbabwe, urging both nations to modernise respective border systems, tackle trans-border crime, and correct a "massive" trade imbalance. Speaking at the fourth session of the South Africa–Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission (BNC) at the… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/ba862825-20f7-4abc-85cf-62c27e59d647/versions/1787321707/media/14059a7cd2304ce93f7537cbe95e82ed_compiled.mp3) ## [NPA drops corruption charges against top crime intelligence bosses amid Madlanga Commission revelations](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-21 · Polity Audio Articles_ NPA drops corruption charges against top crime intelligence bosses amid Madlanga Commission revelations The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has formally withdrawn all corruption charges against the Divisional Commissioner of Crime Intelligence Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo, and six other high-ranking police officials. The legal turnaround follows a direct intervention by… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/24aa0556-dcf1-4dbc-b096-ddc6187cf858/versions/1787321695/media/f7b42abf73163c240c18ca912668b23d_compiled.mp3) ## [ANC lays criminal charges against coalition partner's Mark Burke](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-21 · Polity Audio Articles_ ANC lays criminal charges against coalition partner's Mark Burke The ANC said on Friday it has pursued criminal charges against DA MP Dr Mark Burke, as well as the fintech company Kastelo, following a South African Reserve Bank (SARB) investigation into Kastelo, with which Burke is linked. On Wednesday, the DA removed Burke from Parliament's finance committee and stripped him of his title as the… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/70a39e95-99bc-49c5-84d4-be8c2a24987d/versions/1787321681/media/5d73fbaa3e5fa4f0c003d68f8168ca18_compiled.mp3) ## [Parly champions coordinated regional strategy for migration governance, expansion of legislative dialogue](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-20 · Polity Audio Articles_ Parly champions coordinated regional strategy for migration governance, expansion of legislative dialogue Parliament must move beyond reactive measures and lead the charge in building robust governance systems, driving evidence-based policies, and leveraging parliamentary diplomacy to address the complex realities of continental migration. This according to Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/25baf62e-584d-4316-88cd-cc8460662f9c/versions/1787235250/media/18614841da3f56ddc9d55c9ab22a3b35_compiled.mp3) ## [DA wants Parly hearing after scathing SCA ruling on Kusile pollution](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-20 · Polity Audio Articles_ DA wants Parly hearing after scathing SCA ruling on Kusile pollution The DA has requested an urgent joint oversight hearing in Parliament following a landmark Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgment regarding ongoing pollution at Eskom's Kusile power station. The party describes the ruling as a damning indictment of the power utility and the regulatory bodies tasked with monitoring it. The SCA… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/a9ae5ec2-cc89-4578-a37d-e3a8c256db51/versions/1787235239/media/5b2e8f387f25542441e8cfdba55d8114_compiled.mp3) ## [South Africa consumer inflation slows more than expected in July](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-19 · Polity Audio Articles_ South Africa consumer inflation slows more than expected in July South Africa's inflation rate slowed for the first time in five months in July, partly due to a steep drop in fuel costs, but analysts said it could soon climb again as renewed US-Iran hostilities had since driven global oil prices higher. Headline inflation in Africa's largest economy eased to 4.3% year-on-year, lower than the 4.5%… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/dd3a9f00-b5eb-4cde-8666-55611393340d/versions/1787148441/media/3d2137d18793126a7ffff6d45229de27_compiled.mp3) ## [Ramaphosa objects to Thandazani Madonsela as Impeachment Committee evidence leader](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-19 · Polity Audio Articles_ Ramaphosa objects to Thandazani Madonsela as Impeachment Committee evidence leader President Cyril Ramaphosa has formally objected to the appointment of advocate Thandazani Madonsela as the Chief Evidence Leader for the upcoming parliamentary impeachment inquiry, claiming conflicts of interest. The objection has forced the Section 89 Impeachment Committee to halt proceedings and seek urgent… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/95456ef5-696f-4709-9566-67e3c1ce6acb/versions/1787148429/media/d81502246b970d3a5b4b0c902146d157_compiled.mp3) ## [DA removes Mark Burke from finance committee amid SARB probe](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-19 · Polity Audio Articles_ DA removes Mark Burke from finance committee amid SARB probe The DA has removed Mark Burke from Parliament's finance committee and his role as the party's finance spokesperson following a South African Reserve Bank (SARB) investigation into a company, Kastelo Proprietary Limited, with which he is linked. While the party maintains a "strict stance on accountability" and awaits formal findings, it… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/3a2ee5f7-a95e-4c14-8fcb-342c3db01abe/versions/1787148418/media/0c8f3884317dacfc3e3e6e5335dd5bce_compiled.mp3) ## [DA stands by ‘due process’ as MP Mark Burke addresses SARB probe](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-18 · Polity Audio Articles_ DA stands by 'due process' as MP Mark Burke addresses SARB probe The DA has affirmed its commitment to due process and the independence of State institutions following reports of a South African Reserve Bank (SARB) investigation into financial services company Kastelo Proprietary Limited, and which involves DA MP and party federal finance chairperson Mark Burke. DA Federal Council Chairperson… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/611014eb-98d6-4d90-b2da-19c4e6c6b2e5/versions/1787063036/media/03996715ef9f6bd2409e5e3954f96615_compiled.mp3) ## [Nene appointed Financial and Fiscal Commission chair](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-18 · Polity Audio Articles_ Nene appointed Financial and Fiscal Commission chair President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Nhlanhla Nene as chairperson of the Financial and Fiscal Commission (FFC) and Malijeng Ngqaleni as its deputy chairperson. Additionally, Bulelwa Nqadolo, Neo Tsholanku, Andrew Donaldson and Astrid Ludin have been appointed as members of the commission. The appointments are for a period of five years. The… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/3d002746-7737-4053-8d3d-63f8cdb03c99/versions/1787062143/media/d5457860f2ba5be8b4cf9419edd364dd_compiled.mp3) ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vHsWVLz8IA4E) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Joburg collapse guarantees national failure, warns CDE report](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-18 · Polity Audio Articles_ Joburg collapse guarantees national failure, warns CDE report Preventing the total collapse of Johannesburg must become an urgent national priority. This is the warning issued by Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) director Ann Bernstein, following the release of the organisation's report, 'Johannesburg Matters: Fixing South Africa's Growth Engine'. Bernstein emphasised that Johannesburg… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/41a01b91-84b6-40c8-a2d2-b4a9582d3045/versions/1787062132/media/3d76143dfb64204718571a6c2e2956f1_compiled.mp3) ## [South Africa takes over regional economic bloc as trade falters](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-17 · Polity Audio Articles_ South Africa takes over regional economic bloc as trade falters South Africa is taking over leadership of the Southern African Development Community with a push to deepen regional commerce, as the bloc's own assessment shows it faces tepid economic growth, persistent trade barriers and declining industrialisation. Pretoria's ascendancy to the chairmanship of the 16-member bloc this month follows… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/a214f8eb-7d21-4f92-8635-246c7735a6c0/versions/1786976038/media/4da357aa43ba31c3ae3888fab80c7d51_compiled.mp3) ## [Ramaphosa calls for common market in SADC to develop industries](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-17 · Polity Audio Articles_ Ramaphosa calls for common market in SADC to develop industries The 16 Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries, with a combined population of nearly 400-million people, have abundant natural resources, a youthful population and the means to produce everything that its people need, says South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. SADC needs to create a dynamic common market in which… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/2dac6e87-fe8b-4c40-98b9-97d00d86382a/versions/1786976013/media/1a7e9bc55e14e55b526bfb0095d34e8b_compiled.mp3) ## [KZN Premier urges SADC to renew commitment to public diplomacy as leaders meet](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-14 · Polity Audio Articles_ KZN Premier urges SADC to renew commitment to public diplomacy as leaders meet Ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa's public lecture for the 46th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Premier Thami Ntuli urged proactiveness and adaptiveness to deal with changing economic and geopolitical dynamics. South Africa is hosting… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/077e555c-2b8e-4d70-a8d8-a0385c69d9b5/versions/1786716035/media/aad957da89870bd147e80533e2ab34e6_compiled.mp3) ## [Court reinstates NSFAS board, suspends administrator appointment](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-14 · Polity Audio Articles_ Court reinstates NSFAS board, suspends administrator appointment The Pretoria High Court has granted interim relief suspending the appointment of National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Administrator Professor Hlengani Mathebula and immediately reinstating the institution's board. The ruling temporarily reverses the May decision by Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela to… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/e91c4c67-c767-437c-9d9e-082250decd51/versions/1786716023/media/d9a7c71fd9d4cf496b30bd546fc95ed0_compiled.mp3) ## [SADC Summit: Ramaphosa calls for regional action on xenophobia, GBV](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-14 · Polity Audio Articles_ SADC Summit: Ramaphosa calls for regional action on xenophobia, GBV President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday delivered a powerful vision for the renewal of Southern Africa, calling for urgent regional action on gender-based violence, xenophobia, migration and climate change. Heads of State gathered at the University of KwaZulu-Natal for the 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit,… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/8ae60752-f334-45a5-a5d6-8befaebbd61d/versions/1786716013/media/97ac12148c416d0241eec5afad8b6d29_compiled.mp3) ## [MKP calls ConCourt dismissal of Phala Phala interdict appeal ‘lazy’](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-13 · Polity Audio Articles_ MKP calls ConCourt dismissal of Phala Phala interdict appeal 'lazy' The MKP on Thursday said the Constitution Court's decision to dismiss an application asking for direct access to appeal the halting of the Impeachment Inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa was "lazy". The apex court refused the application, brought by the African Transformation Movement, to overturn last month's High Court… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/719a7f88-11c7-435b-b3b7-c074775e266b/versions/1786630081/media/33a410a7377346127f1b8f310578c432_compiled.mp3) ## [DA lays criminal charges against 10 ‘worst’ municipal managers](https://www.polity.org.za) _2026-08-13 · Polity Audio Articles_ DA lays criminal charges against 10 'worst' municipal managers The DA announced on Thursday that it will lay criminal charges against 10 municipal managers across nine municipalities, labelling these officials the "worst" in the country due to systemic financial negligence. DA Parliamentary leader George Michalakis stated that the targeted officials have presided over a decade of "financial… [Listen](https://cdn.beyondwords.io/audio/projects/641/podcasts/c6a74d30-1171-404d-8bd7-7c8dd6304205/versions/1786629903/media/ca50f81932606c920586d766d847460f_compiled.mp3) ## [Can the DA fix Johannesburg? Helen Zille on crime, corruption and coalitions](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2026-03-14 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Helen Zille is back on the campaign trail — this time aiming to become mayor of Johannesburg. The former Western Cape premier and long-time Democratic Alliance (DA) leader says South Africa’s economic hub can be turned around after years of instability, corruption and failing infrastructure. In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, Zille speaks to Sunday Times deputy edior Mike Siluma… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/e24a18cf-c655-484e-87a5-e8992c299030/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=e24a18cf-c655-484e-87a5-e8992c299030&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [Herman Mashaba: How I’ll rescue Johannesburg from collapse](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2026-02-26 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Johannesburg is South Africa’s economic engine but it is also battling infrastructure decay, water shortages, collapsing inner-city buildings and fragile coalition politics. ActionSA leader and newly announced mayoral candidate for Johannesburg, Herman Mashaba, joins Sunday Times Politics Weekly to outline his plan to fix the city. Mashaba reflects on his previous tenure as mayor (2016–2019), what… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/a25e51e6-7885-4195-a15f-eaa2f1e66c25/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=a25e51e6-7885-4195-a15f-eaa2f1e66c25&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/X7hNgaYjw3i2) _2026-02-26 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Did John Steenhuisen jump or was he pushed?](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2026-02-11 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ The Democratic Alliance faces a pivotal moment following John Steenhuisen’s decision not to seek re-election. In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, host Mike Siluma speaks with political analyst Khanyi Magubane and veteran journalist Peter Bruce about the internal tensions that shaped Steenhuisen’s departure, the party’s challenges in balancing government roles and opposition and what… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/a0293d29-9280-4ab6-9716-200a4260a5c4/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=a0293d29-9280-4ab6-9716-200a4260a5c4&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [Ramaphosa safe… for now: Experts say he’s a skilful politician and contenders want him to stay](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-12-14 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Cyril Ramaphosa remains one of the most skilful politicians in the ANC, analysts say, despite party turmoil. His ability to manage the Government of National Unity (GNU) and counter critics has kept him firmly in power, at least for now. Leadership decisions are heavily influenced by party power brokers and the intellectual capital that once guided its strategy has largely dissipated. Susan… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/a0008d3b-6b89-48a3-bed2-bbb82f199a26/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=a0008d3b-6b89-48a3-bed2-bbb82f199a26&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [‘G20 is bigger than Trump’: Bonang Mohale on SA’s global moment, US snubs, and why redress still matters](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-11-21 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ As South Africa hosts the G20 Leaders’ Summit this weekend, business leader and G20 Sherpa Prof Bonang Mohale says the world’s focus should extend far beyond the drama surrounding US President Donald Trump’s expected absence. Mohale, who served as South Africa’s G20 negotiator (“Sherpa”), argues that the summit represents a pivotal opportunity for South Africa to reassert itself economically and… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/89dcca5b-ff2f-408b-a7ee-daba77eabc24/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=89dcca5b-ff2f-408b-a7ee-daba77eabc24&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [Floyd Shivambu on Malema split, MK ‘betrayal’, VBS money and future of SA politics](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-10-05 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Afrika Mayibuye Movement leader Floyd Shivambu sits down with Sunday Times deputy editor Mike Siluma to reflect on his political journey from the ANCYL to the EFF, why he broke with Julius Malema, and the fallout from his stint in the MK Party. He responds to lingering questions about the VBS scandal, his meeting with Bushiri, and his expulsion from MK, while unpacking what “total freedom and… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/e071eb8f-ac9b-437e-a926-99b934d50de7/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=e071eb8f-ac9b-437e-a926-99b934d50de7&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [Nomvula Mokonyane on political awakening, GNU, Zuma’s ‘betrayal’ and presidential ambitions](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-09-13 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ ANC first deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane sits down with Mike Siluma to discuss how the Catholic Church shaped her political awakening, why she believes the DA is destabilising the GNU and why Jacob Zuma’s breakaway to form MK was “an act of betrayal.” She also opens up about her personal journey and whether she’s ready to run for ANC president. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company.… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/3f73ea7c-cc1e-4bb4-8a84-8867bb8f01f3/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=3f73ea7c-cc1e-4bb4-8a84-8867bb8f01f3&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [National dialogue: How much time does SA have before frustration boils over?](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-08-20 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ The launch of the national dialogue has reignited debate about whether the process can genuinely help fix the country’s problems or it is just another stage to advance elite interests.Political analyst and Public Affairs Research Institute executive director Dr Sithembile Mbete says dialogue has been a recurring theme in South Africa’s democratic journey.“It comes from this idea that we are so… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/90090835-c590-42a8-b60e-5006a784e027/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=90090835-c590-42a8-b60e-5006a784e027&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [An eroded NEC – Malusi Gigaba speaks out](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-08-16 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Long standing NEC member Dr Malusi Gigaga has hit out at the party arguing that it is yet to start fulfilling its ambition to renew itself Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/ad25a955-1abd-4454-8a82-1666e08b8f5b/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=ad25a955-1abd-4454-8a82-1666e08b8f5b&feed=eTkSth_b) ## [‘All my office furniture was made by prisoners’: Groenewald pushes for hard labour, deportations](http://www.timeslive.co.za) _2025-08-07 · podcasts@arena.africa (TimesLIVE Podcasts) · Sunday Times Politics Weekly_ Correctional services minister Pieter Groenewald wants inmates to grow food, make clothing, bake bread and work in factories to save taxpayers hundreds of millions of rand and promote rehabilitation. “All \[prison\] uniforms are produced by inmates. All the furniture in my offices — Cape Town and Pretoria — has been manufactured by inmates, so it's much cheaper,” Groenewald said. Though the… [Listen](https://injector.simplecastaudio.com/6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40/episodes/90c040f1-c263-4682-9c24-7ccfbd852df4/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=6d0b1d25-797b-4156-953b-92accf2f9b40&awEpisodeId=90c040f1-c263-4682-9c24-7ccfbd852df4&feed=eTkSth_b)