First Take SA

Despite the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa having obtained an unqualified audit for the 2025/26 financial year, it has incurred an irregular expenditure amounting to billions of rand. Abongwe Kobokana reports.

Swimming South Africa has reacted with surprise following the news that the country's most decorated Olympian, Tatjana Smith has switched allegiance to the Netherlands. Two-time Olympic champion, Smith cited lack of administrative and financial support amongst the reasons for her decision. Our reporter, Vincent Sitsula has the details.

Some church leaders in Mpumalanga are continuing to oppose plans to introduce a self-regulatory framework for pastors and churches. This comes as the CRL Commission's Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector continues with the public hearings at the Ehlanzeni District Municipality. The committee is proposing a framework aimed at promoting ethical conduct in churches and ensuring that pastors are held accountable for activities within their congregations. Nonkululeko Shongwe filed this report...

Judgment has been reserved in the Helen Suzman Foundation's challenge to EFF leader Julius Malema's continued service on the Judicial Service Commission. The Western Cape High Court heard arguments on whether Speaker Thoko Didiza should have acted on Malema's alleged attacks on the judiciary. Foundation attorney Jason Whyte says the case is about protecting the integrity of the JSC and public confidence in judicial appointments.

New ER24 data shows a worrying increase in drowning incidents as South Africa enters the summer season. Gauteng and the Western Cape have recorded the highest numbers of water-related emergencies. ER24 is urging parents, caregivers and holidaymakers to remain vigilant around water. The emergency service warns that drowning can happen silently and within seconds, especially when children are unsupervised. Elvis Presslin spoke to Faheem Essop, ER24 Branch Manager for Johannesburg South, to discuss the risks and how to stay safe this summer...